ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER I (Statewide)

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) seeks candidates for a Background Investigations Specialist in Baltimore to support HRSD. This role conducts comprehensive background checks on prospective agency employees, as well as vendors and contract staff, ensuring compliance with state standards.

Typical duties include reviewing records, coordinating with agencies, and documenting findings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or high school equivalency.
• One year of administrative staff or professional work.
• Substitution: 30 college credits from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• Substitution: U.S. Armed Forces military service as a commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive background investigations for prospective agency employees, vendors and contract staff.
• Operate under the authority of the Human Resources Services Division (HRSD).

Skills

Investigative experience

Interviewing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

GRADE 13

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore: RPOC 6776 Reisterstown Rd, 21215
Westover: ECI 30420 Revells Neck Rd, 21890

POSITION DUTIES

This position is responsible for the completion of comprehensive background investigations for prospective agency employees as well as vendors and contract employees within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. This position operates under the authority of the Human Resources Services Division (HRSD).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1.Investigative experience and experience with databases.
• 2.interviewing experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.