Baltimore County Government

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Local Management Board, Department of Health and Human Services.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

Schedule: 34 hours per week

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach a copy of your degree(s)/transcript(s), professional license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, performs professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties in the development and management of an inter-agency system of care that promotes the well-being of children, youth and families in Baltimore County.

Essential Job Duties

• Participates in the community needs assessment process to include the collection, organization, analysis, and display of indicator data associated with specific community result areas
• Participates in the community planning process to include:
  1. The identification and prioritization of community needs.
  2. The identification and analysis of the issues contributing to those needs.
  3. The identification of strategies to address priority needs.
  4. The creation of action plans to implement chosen strategies.
• Participates in the development and monitoring/oversight of a variety of public health programs/services that are delivered by agencies/vendors for the purpose of addressing prioritized community needs
• Works to develop, nurture, and sustain collaboration with local and State agencies in the pursuit of positive outcomes for County citizens
• Participates in the preparation of grant proposals and other reports essential to developing and sustaining funding streams for programs/services
• Provides information, education, and assistance to agencies/vendors in the implementation of Results Based Accountability (RBA)

Examples of Other Duties

• Prepares reports, documents and correspondence
• Reviews, monitors and manages program/service budgets
• Represents the County/LMB at meetings and through participation on workgroups
• Performs other related duties as required

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for this position. They may not include all of the essential job functions of this position. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public health or a social or behavioral science.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Ability to express ideas clearly to individuals and groups in oral discussion
• Ability to read and understand professional journals, research and other publications
• Ability to write in a manner that is clear, concise and grammatically correct
• Ability to make independent decisions using good judgement
• Ability to employ problem solving techniques when appropriate
• Skill in the use of automated office systems for word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software packages
• Skill in monitoring and evaluating program/service delivery
• Skill in performing analysis of financial reports

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Entry Level) (Full Performance)

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable local and State policies and procedures of the agencies collaborating with the Local Management Board in the delivery of programs/services to County citizens
• Thorough knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to procurement and budget matters
• Thorough knowledge of the human service resources available in the community
• Thorough knowledge of Results Based Accountability (RBA) and its’ implementation as a quality assurance and evaluation tool for programs/services
• Skill in identifying community needs, as well as determining and implementing the research/evidence-based programs/services which address these needs
• Skill in administering contracts and grants

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications and education to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: LMB Prevention Program Manager - Non-Merit

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your degree(s)/transcript(s), professional license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of these positions is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking and/or lifting or other restricted physical activities.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

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