Senior Administrative Specialist

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an Administrative Specialist III to support the Capital Planning and Development Division. The role focuses on financial management, purchasing, contracting, HR tasks, and program administration, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.

The position requires strong analytical abilities and excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; four years of progressively responsible experience.
• Two years in administrative/clerical support and one year in administrative management areas.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute four years total.

Responsibilities

• Supports financial management, purchasing and contracting, HR, and program administration.
• Prepares reports and analyses affecting division administrative management.
• Maintains confidential personnel records and handles sensitive information.
• Assists with HR transactions, recruitment, onboarding, and timekeeping.
• Organizes correspondence, records, and archival materials for capital projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Oral communication

Discretion with confidential info

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

e-Builder

Trimble Construct

ERP/financial systems

Job description

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an Administrative Specialist III to support the Capital Planning and Development Division. The role focuses on financial management, purchasing, contracting, HR tasks, and program administration, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.

The position requires strong analytical abilities and excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and reports.