Government Affairs Administrator (ADMINISTRATOR II)

DHS - Office of the Secretary; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Human Services seeks a Government Affairs Administrator II to support the Office of Government Affairs in managing legislative, reporting, and regulatory tasks.

The role focuses on overseeing mandated reports, analyzing state legislation, and coordinating regulatory materials while managing the Annapolis office.

Qualifications

• Five years of administrative staff or professional work experience.
• Experience analyzing and tracking legislative proposals or regulatory packages in a government setting.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and state legislative tracking databases.
• Experience managing legislative office logistics during Maryland General Assembly sessions.
• Strong writing and communication skills for preparing legislative responses and regulatory materials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mandated legislative reports for the department.
• Analyze state legislation affecting the DHS and provide regulatory input.
• Assist with regulatory preparation and coordination.
• Manage the Annapolis office and related administrative functions.

Skills

Strong writing & communication

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Legislative tracking databases

Job description

The Government Affairs Administrator (Administrator II) supports the Maryland Department of Human Services' Office of Government Affairs in managing legislative, reporting, and regulatory activities. Responsibilities include overseeing mandated legislative reports, analyzing state legislation affecting DHS, assisting with regulatory preparation, and managing the Annapolis office. The position requires five years of administrative or professional experience, with opportunities for substitution through education or military service.

Key qualifications:

• Five years of administrative staff or professional work experience
• Experience analyzing and tracking legislative proposals or regulatory packages in a government setting
• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Workspace and state legislative tracking databases
• Experience managing legislative office logistics during Maryland General Assembly sessions
• Strong writing and communication skills for preparing legislative responses and regulatory materials