Lead Risk Management Coordinator

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 one 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

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

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

Main Purpose of Job

This position is to serve as the Lead Risk Management Coordinator. This position provides guidance and assistance in the management of the Department's Risk Management Program for DHS Central and the Local Departments of Social Services (LDSSs); including Baltimore City Department of Social Services.� This position provides technical assistance and training to DHS Executive Staff, LDSSs Directors, Managers, Supervisors, Risk Management Coordinators, and staff statewide in the area of Risk Management.

POSITION DUTIES

Assist with planning, developing, and implementing policies and procedures for the Department's Statewide Risk Management Programs.� Assist with analyzing loss control data and identifying alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and suggest recommendations support of the Department's Risk Management goals.� Interpret Code of Maryland Regulations, the Annotated Code of Maryland, Federal Regulations, Workers' Compensation Commission and Injured Worker's Insurance Fund policies and procedures to Directors, Assistant Directors, Supervisors, Risk Management Coordinators and staff Statewide regarding the appropriate manner in handling Risk Management concerns.� Provide accident/incident investigation guidance to Executive Staff, LDSSs Risk Management Coordinators, managers and supervisors to identify the factors contributing to the accident/incident and implement corrective action measures to assist in improving safety management and providing employees the opportunity for active participation in the total agency safety effort.

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: Five years of administrative staff or professional work. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. 3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience. 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer 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 conducting risk assessments and managing risk management policies. One year of experience handling Worker's Compensation Commission and/or Injured Worker's Insurance Fund claims. One year of experience performing analyses of a risk management function such as return to work, workplace safety, industrial hygiene, etc.

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 the 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. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:� STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS •\tPersonal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).� •\tAnnual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. •\tSick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year. •\tParental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child. •\tHolidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holiday per year. •\tPension – State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension. •\tPositions may be eligible for telework.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, Suite 1100, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. Or email trelia.gunter@maryland.gov: Voice 410-767-7416, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov. Do not submit unsolicited documentation. 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 applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

Salary : $70,743 - $90,597