SERVICES SPECIALIST

Maryland AG; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Telework eligibility

Pension

Job summary

Maryland Department of Human Services seeks an Inventory Supervisor to oversee acquisition, relocation and disposal of furniture and equipment at the Central location and statewide operations.

Responsibilities include inventory control, site visits, and managing the Asset Management Software System to ensure accuracy and compliance across DHS locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years related experience in general services or inventory handling.
• Substitution of additional experience for education allowed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure security and maintenance of departmental property.
• Plan site visits for physical inventories and provide guidance.
• Maintain DHS Asset Management Software data integrity.

Skills

Asset management

Inventory control

Excel

Data accuracy

Office administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Asset Management Software

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

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LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human
Services
Division of Administrative Operations
25 S. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position and how it relates to the mission if the agency. The position serves as the DHS Inventory Supervisor and is responsible for assisting with the oversight and coordination of the acquisition, relocation and disposal of furniture and equipment at the DHS Central location as well as across statewide operation for the Department of Human Services.

POSITION DUTIES

Provide oversight and accountability for the control, care, maintenance and security of departmental property at the Department of Human Services Central in accordance with the Department of General Inventory Control Manual.

Plan, coordinate, and conduct site visits to support DHS administration and local departments with physical inventories, providing technical guidance and ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Manage and maintain the DHS Asset Management Software System ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and effective system utilization.

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 in general services functions, office administration activities or in the receiving, storing, issuance, purchase or requisition of equipment, materials, and parts and supplies.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience as stated above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in logistics specialist classifications or administrative support specialty codes in the logistics field of work, 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 experience of asset and inventory management experience, tracking, receiving, and maintaining accurate records for 100+ assets.
• One year of experience conducting inventory audits and reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and maintaining accurate inventory counts.
• One year of experience using Excel or inventory management systems to track asset locations, assignments, transfers, and disposals.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

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.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Cynthia McMillian, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, Room 1116-F, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Or email [e-mail].; voice 410-767-7199.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail].

Do not submit unsolicited documentation. Resumes should not be viewed for a completed state application.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

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.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encouraged them to apply.