Heallth Benefits and Retirement Supervisor (ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST III SUPERVISOR)

Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) oversees programs serving Marylanders with economic support, preventive services, and care for children and adults. This position supervises the Health Benefits and Wellness Unit and provides policy guidance on FMLA, PFML, FMLI, ADA accommodations, retirement, and related leave issues.

You will oversee staff, train and guide managers on HR matters, and ensure timely processing and accurate reporting. Telework may be available per state policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of administrative/clerical experience required.
• 30 college credit hours may substitute for each year of experience.
• Military service experience may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Provides training, consultation, expert advice and guidance to Appointing Authorities, both internally and externally, that includes all levels of management from the Assistant Director, HR Officers/Liaisons and employees on relevant laws, policies and procedures pertaining to state benefits.
• Provide training consultation, expert advice, and guidance to subordinate employees.
• Manages the delivery and processing of FMLA, PFML, FMLI issues using guidelines to Baltimore City Department of Social Services employees and management in conjunction with internal payroll department.
• Produces American Disability Act (ADA) reports to the OEPE.
• Coordinates, direct, and process referrals to the State Medical Doctor by interpreting and applying guidelines to return employees back to work as soon as possible, utilizing the managed return to work program.
• Provide supervision to subordinate staff that consist of training, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating work assignments.

Skills

Training

Policy guidance

Supervisory

Leave administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults. We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind.

GRADE

STD0012

LOCATION OF POSITION

Baltimore City Department of Social Services
Office of Human Resources
1910 N. Broadway
Baltimore, MD 21213

Main Purpose of Job

The purpose of this position is to supervise the daily operations of the Health Benefits and Wellness Unit. Provides expertise in policy and procedures with FMLA, PFML, FMLI, ADA Accommodations, Retirement, State Medical Director, and leave bank for the Baltimore City Department of Social Services. This position also provides supervision to employees.

POSITION DUTIES

• Provides training, consultation, expert advice and guidance to Appointing Authorities, both internally and externally, that includes all levels of management from the Assistant Director, HR Officers/Liaisons and employees on relevant laws, policies and procedures pertaining to state benefits.
• Provide training consultation, expert advice, and guidance to subordinate employees.
• Manages the delivery and processing of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML), Family Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) issues using federal, state, and Department of Budget and Management guidelines to Baltimore City Department of Social Services (BCDSS) employees and management in conjunction with internal payroll department.
• Produces American Disability Act (ADA) reports to the Office of Employment and Program Equity (OEPE).
• Coordinates, direct, and process referrals to the State Medical Doctor (SMD) by interpreting and applying guidelines set by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to return employees back to work as soon as possible, utilizing the managed return to work program.
• Provide supervision to subordinate staff that consist of training, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating work assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying
• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: Two years of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.
• Notes:
• 1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year of the required experience.
• 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• One year of supervisory experience in an HR setting.
• One year of experiencing handling retirement, benefits, and leave administration.
• One year of experience advising on attendance, FMLA, PFML, and other leave matters.
• One year of experience providing guidance to managers and supervisors on HR matters.

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

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

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.

• Personal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
• Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
• Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
• Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
• Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holiday per year.
• Pension – State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.
• Positions may be eligible for telework.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.