Deputy Secretary of Administration

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion.

In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a leadership management role, with a special focus on budget management, operations management, policy implementation, fiscal reporting, legislative affairs, and key interdepartmental collaboration. This is an Executive Services position with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS). The incumbent serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

GRADE

EPP 0006

LOCATION OF POSITION

6776 Reisterstown Road Baltimore, MD 21215

POSITION DUTIES

As a key member of the Office of the Secretary of DPSCS, the Deputy Secretary of Administration for the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) position assumes a leadership role overseeing procurement, financial services, human resources, real estate, property and fleet management, the Office of Inspector General and the Inmate Grievance Office. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  Work collaboratively with the Secretary, Deputy Secretary for Operations, Assistant Secretaries, Chief of Staff and Agency Heads on matters involving fiscal, procurement, real estate operations, internal auditing, inmate grievances, labor relations, and human resources.  

Provide expert knowledge and guidance to Executive Leadership concerning statutes, policies, and procedures relating to financial and personnel matters.  Direct and manage the preparation and administration of the Department's $1.7 billion budget based on the priorities of the Secretary.  Represent the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services in the offices of the Governor, General Assembly and in meetings with the American Correctional Association and National Institute of Corrections.  

Maintain a system of communication, enabling awareness of pertinent information at all levels; delegates decision-making responsibility at appropriate levels; provides qualitative and quantitative measures of work performance; assures accountability with minimum interference to service delivery.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Eight (8) years of senior management experience in procurement, finance, auditing or accounting to include managing, developing, analyzing and implementing budgets.

Note:

Candidates may substitute additional experience as outlined above on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. A Master's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Financial Management, Public Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience. A current resume and cover letter must be uploaded/ submitted with this application.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference May Be Given to Those Who Possess the Following:  Previous experience managing budgets and procurement operations for a correctional agency.  Previous experience overseeing human resource functions for an organization.  Previous experience coordinating and overseeing internal auditing and investigation procedures.  Previous experience in lease management.  Working knowledge and/or experience with Maryland's legislative and budget processes and procedures.  Demonstrated strategic planning and project management skills.  

Knowledge and/or previous experience utilizing the State Financial Management Information System(FMIS).

EXAMINATION PROCESS

All applicants who meet the minimum qualification will be approved as eligible for referral and will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS  Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated…