Project Manager - Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 1M

 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.

Note:  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.Under general supervision, performs advanced professional fiscal, administrative, and analytical duties.

• Within the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), works closely with the Division Chief in a Special Assistant capacity to assist in the advancement of fair and equitable practices. 
• Assists with the management of the human relations and minority and women-owned business enterprise programs. 
• Assists with the formulation and execution of the DEI budget, analyzes expenses, revenues, and other budgetary data. Prepares, reviews, and analyzes budget requests, justifications, and related fiscal documents. 
• Assists in the formulation of budget proposals. 
• Assists in the preparation and analysis of budget projections.
• Assists in the procurement of goods, services, supplies and equipment. 
• Reviews, monitors, and authorizes expenditures.
• Authorizes purchase requests, requisitions, direct payments, and procurement card purchases. 
• With approval and supervision from the DEI Chief, provides advice and guidance to agency staff regarding diversity, equity and inclusion activities. 
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts administrative and management studies.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports on a variety of informational, operational, and management issues.
• Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of policies, procedures, operations, and methods. 
• Analyzes staffing requirements, work scheduling, equipment and facilities. 
• Performs fiscal analyses of management proposals. 
• Performs statistical analysis of data. 
• Researches, writes, and presents comprehensive reports and memorandums.
• Prepares and processes contracts. Oversees the execution of contracts. Manages special service contracts with outside vendors.
• Administers grants. Prepares grant application submittals. Serves as liaison between the granter and the agency. Monitors expenditures to ensure they are in accordance with guidelines and appropriation balances.
• Assists in the coordination and implementation of special programs and projects. Serves on behalf of the DEI Chief. Maintains effective communication with Departments and Executive Leadership.
• Utilizes project management best practices to manage projects and develop comprehensive, long-range schedules, tasks, target dates, and persons responsible. Monitors productivity and task completion.
• Works and engages collaboratively with the minority/women, small, & disadvantage business program, and Human Relations teams.
• Ensures that the DEI Chief is prepared for all appointments and engagements including briefing materials and agendas that focus on intended results.
• Compiles statistical data and information from Baltimore County agencies and departments which is used for meetings, discussions, and planning.
• Determines in coordination with the DEI Chief external engagement priorities, works with external audiences to develop site visits and speaking tours, and coordinates interaction with stakeholders to maximize the DEI Chief time in the field.

Examples of Other Duties
Performs responsibilities of an Office Administrator to include copying, answering phones and other administrative responsibilities.

(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.)Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree
plus
three years’ professional experience in planning, zoning, or development management.

(Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of budgeting and statistical data analysis. Knowledge of current offices practices, procedures, and systems. Thorough knowledge of English grammar and usage.

Skill in the use of personal computers and office software packages. 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 contracts and grants.

Ability to lead, coordinate, and conducting special programs and projects.

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.

Skill in leading, coordinating, and conducting programs and special projects.

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: Project Manager - DEI
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.Physical and Environmental Conditions
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.

Salary : $68,508 - $74,858