What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Relations Program Manager (CRRC) position at Baltimore County, MD?
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M
A vacancy exists in the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Office of Human Resources.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Within the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, serve as Program Manager within the Human Relations operation. The Program Manager also serves as Administrator to the Baltimore County Community Reinvestment and Repair Commission (CRRC). This position reports directly to the Division Chief who also serves as an ex-officio member on the Commission. The CRRC Program Manager manages multiple projects simultaneously that have significant variability in scope, complexity, and stakeholder interests as well as geographic dispersion. Projects may include a traditional study or project or team facilitation requiring content knowledge, process management, or a combination of competencies.
Must have extensive knowledge of civil and human rights laws including the 1964 Civil Rights Act and be familiar with the State of Maryland Cannabis Reform Act of 2023. Must also have experience with grants management.
The position must meet deadlines, assess the efficiency and effectiveness of staff work, track metrics, and communicate progress to upper management and stakeholders as appropriate. The ability to communicate effectively orally and excellent writing skills are needed. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures. Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinate employees (Compliance Specialists).
This position requires the ability to work independently, to have knowledge of and be able to interpret applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and to implement projects that address the necessary laws and regulations and support the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund and Commission mission.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Manages the day-to-day operations of the Community Reinvestment and Repair Commission. This includes though is not limited to engaging with the County’s Division of Grants Management to coordinate the review of grant proposals and funding recommendations.
- Works closely with CRRC members to facilitate the development and reporting of recommendations for the relevant fiscal years for the use of funds.
- Works closely with CRRC members to prepare and submit report to the County Executive, County Administrative Officer, the Governor, the State Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, and State House Appropriations Committee.
- Supervises Compliance Specialists in developing and conducting trainings to ensure that Baltimore County constituents and employees are oriented with and receive ongoing updates on diversity, equity and inclusionary laws and best practices, including the 1964 Civil Rights Act and other legislation. This also includes the Cannabis Reform Act of 2023, and County Bill 37-23 which established the CRRC and Special Revenue Fund. Ensures compliance with the provisions of applicable local, state and federal laws.
- Develops strategic efforts and engages with CRRC members to support disproportionate and low income communities and individuals impacted by the cannabis prohibition.
- Performs and supervises the planning, organizing and implementation of outreach activities and public presentations to inform community and advocacy groups regarding the CRRC, special fund and ongoing strategic efforts.
- Prepares and presents comprehensive briefings to the Executive Director on CRRC efforts.
- Coordinates meetings with the County Executive as well as the public on an ongoing basis.
- Serves as the County’s representative on local, state and national human and civil rights organizations.
May represent the Chief of Diversity and Inclusion Officer or the County at meetings or on committees. Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Training and Experience
Graduation from accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field
plus
six years’ experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
(Additional experience involving the analysis and evaluation of budgets, systems, policies and procedures, organizations and programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education in business administration, public administration, or a related field beyond a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the non-supervisory experience.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and statistical analysis. Knowledge of current office practices, procedures and systems. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision of professional and administrative staff.
Skill in supervising programs and special projects. Skill in formulating, executing, and controlling budgets. Skill in analyzing expenses, revenues and other budgetary data. Skill in researching, analyzing and reporting on management issues. Skill in performing fiscal analyses of proposals. Skill in performing statistical analysis of data. Skill in administering grants and contracts. Skill in supervising staff. Skill in supervising agency administrative functions.
Ability to plan, develop, and direct agency programs, initiatives, and projects. Ability to serve as an aide to the department head, deputy department head, and other agency management staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)
Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of County budgetary and purchasing processes, procedures, and methods.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Human Relations Program Manager (CRRC)
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Physical and Environmental Condition
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.
Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, Maryland, 21204
Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M
A vacancy exists in the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Office of Human Resources.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Within the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, serve as Program Manager within the Human Relations operation. The Program Manager also serves as Administrator to the Baltimore County Community Reinvestment and Repair Commission (CRRC). This position reports directly to the Division Chief who also serves as an ex-officio member on the Commission. The CRRC Program Manager manages multiple projects simultaneously that have significant variability in scope, complexity, and stakeholder interests as well as geographic dispersion. Projects may include a traditional study or project or team facilitation requiring content knowledge, process management, or a combination of competencies.
Must have extensive knowledge of civil and human rights laws including the 1964 Civil Rights Act and be familiar with the State of Maryland Cannabis Reform Act of 2023. Must also have experience with grants management.
The position must meet deadlines, assess the efficiency and effectiveness of staff work, track metrics, and communicate progress to upper management and stakeholders as appropriate. The ability to communicate effectively orally and excellent writing skills are needed. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting policies and procedures. Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinate employees (Compliance Specialists).
This position requires the ability to work independently, to have knowledge of and be able to interpret applicable state and federal laws and regulations, and to implement projects that address the necessary laws and regulations and support the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund and Commission mission.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Manages the day-to-day operations of the Community Reinvestment and Repair Commission. This includes though is not limited to engaging with the County’s Division of Grants Management to coordinate the review of grant proposals and funding recommendations.
- Works closely with CRRC members to facilitate the development and reporting of recommendations for the relevant fiscal years for the use of funds.
- Works closely with CRRC members to prepare and submit report to the County Executive, County Administrative Officer, the Governor, the State Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, and State House Appropriations Committee.
- Supervises Compliance Specialists in developing and conducting trainings to ensure that Baltimore County constituents and employees are oriented with and receive ongoing updates on diversity, equity and inclusionary laws and best practices, including the 1964 Civil Rights Act and other legislation. This also includes the Cannabis Reform Act of 2023, and County Bill 37-23 which established the CRRC and Special Revenue Fund. Ensures compliance with the provisions of applicable local, state and federal laws.
- Develops strategic efforts and engages with CRRC members to support disproportionate and low income communities and individuals impacted by the cannabis prohibition.
- Performs and supervises the planning, organizing and implementation of outreach activities and public presentations to inform community and advocacy groups regarding the CRRC, special fund and ongoing strategic efforts.
- Prepares and presents comprehensive briefings to the Executive Director on CRRC efforts.
- Coordinates meetings with the County Executive as well as the public on an ongoing basis.
- Serves as the County’s representative on local, state and national human and civil rights organizations.
May represent the Chief of Diversity and Inclusion Officer or the County at meetings or on committees. Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Training and Experience
Graduation from accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field
plus
six years’ experience performing professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
(Additional experience involving the analysis and evaluation of budgets, systems, policies and procedures, organizations and programs may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education in business administration, public administration, or a related field beyond a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the non-supervisory experience.)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and statistical analysis. Knowledge of current office practices, procedures and systems. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision of professional and administrative staff.
Skill in supervising programs and special projects. Skill in formulating, executing, and controlling budgets. Skill in analyzing expenses, revenues and other budgetary data. Skill in researching, analyzing and reporting on management issues. Skill in performing fiscal analyses of proposals. Skill in performing statistical analysis of data. Skill in administering grants and contracts. Skill in supervising staff. Skill in supervising agency administrative functions.
Ability to plan, develop, and direct agency programs, initiatives, and projects. Ability to serve as an aide to the department head, deputy department head, and other agency management staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)
Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of County budgetary and purchasing processes, procedures, and methods.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Human Relations Program Manager (CRRC)
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Physical and Environmental Condition
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.
Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
Salary : $81,802 - $89,382
