Strategic Policy & Projects Assistant

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules and telework

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annap

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage with low out-of-pocket

Pension plan

Job summary

Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) seeks a Special Assistant to provide high-level strategic and operational support to the Assistant Secretary of the Business Enterprise Administration. You will oversee special projects, manage sensitive issues with policy impact, and support policy issues and division administration through project management, research, and writing.

The role focuses on coordinating large initiatives, conducting research, and drafting executive-level briefings, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Government Affairs, or related field.
• Experience with project management software, data visualization tools, or advanced spreadsheets to track complex data, budgets, and schedules.
• Ability to synthesize complex, technical, or quantitative information into executive briefings, reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Experience in relationship management or program coordination with academic institutions, local government, or community stakeholders.
• Proven track record identifying operational inefficiencies and implementing streamlined administrative processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and act as a thought partner to the Assistant Secretary.
• Plan, manage, and implement large-scale special projects with timelines and quality goals.
• Conduct research, fact-finding, and data analysis to inform policy decisions and program improvements.
• Coordinate internal and external inquiries, escalating to the Assistant Secretary as needed.
• Draft, edit, and finalize high-level Department correspondence, briefing memos, and reports.
• Facilitate organizational efficiency by identifying operational gaps and suggesting policy or procedural solutions.
• Coordinate high-level meetings, including agenda prep, note-taking, and follow-up actions.
• Handle confidential administrative tasks such as scheduling, procurement activities, and invoicing.

Skills

Project management software

Data visualization

Advanced spreadsheets

Policy brief writing

Relationship management

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy/Public Administration/Government Affairs

Job description

Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) seeks a Special Assistant to provide high-level strategic and operational support to the Assistant Secretary of the Business Enterprise Administration. You will oversee special projects, manage sensitive issues with policy impact, and support policy issues and division administration through project management, research, and writing.

The role focuses on coordinating large initiatives, conducting research, and drafting executive-level briefings, with