State of Maryland
REGIONAL SELF-ADVOCACY SPECIALIST (FULL-TIME CONTRACTUAL) ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIAL
State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States
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Location of Position MDH, Developmental Disabilities Administration, 926 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD
Grade 11
Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this full‑time contractual position is to provide support and training to people with developmental disabilities to enable them to advocate for themselves, to assist with questions and concerns from individuals who receive DDA funding, and to provide outreach and education to community organizations. This position communicates through phone, email, and in person.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high‑school equivalency certificate.
Experience:
One year of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.
Optional substitutions:
30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in place of the required experience.
U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non‑commissioned officer involving staff work requiring independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies (year‑for‑year).
Selective Qualifications
At least one year of experience as a self‑advocate for developmental or intellectual disabilities.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Experience in outreach to other self‑advocates, self‑advocacy groups, and other organizations.
Experience developing and conducting training.
Experience as a role model and mentor for peers in learning and using self‑advocacy skills.
Experience working independently.
Special Requirements Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.
Selection Process Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation will rate your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Candidates must submit complete and accurate information on their application, including education, experience dates, and hours of work. For education obtained outside the U.S., a foreign credential evaluation service must provide equivalency before starting employment (and may be requested before interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date; any information received after this date will not be added.
Benefits Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract, and work 30 or more hours a week (or an average of 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of these benefits. Additional coverage options include dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, all of which you will pay in full.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
Further Instructions Online applications are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114‑B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment; no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410‑333‑5689. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410‑767‑1251.
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.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410‑767‑1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1‑800‑735‑2258.
Equal Opportunity Statement We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the State’s diversity.
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REGIONAL SELF-ADVOCACY SPECIALIST (FULL-TIME CONTRACTUAL) ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST II
role at
State of Maryland .
Location of Position MDH, Developmental Disabilities Administration, 926 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD
Grade 11
Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this full‑time contractual position is to provide support and training to people with developmental disabilities to enable them to advocate for themselves, to assist with questions and concerns from individuals who receive DDA funding, and to provide outreach and education to community organizations. This position communicates through phone, email, and in person.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high‑school equivalency certificate.
Experience:
One year of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.
Optional substitutions:
30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in place of the required experience.
U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non‑commissioned officer involving staff work requiring independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies (year‑for‑year).
Selective Qualifications
At least one year of experience as a self‑advocate for developmental or intellectual disabilities.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Experience in outreach to other self‑advocates, self‑advocacy groups, and other organizations.
Experience developing and conducting training.
Experience as a role model and mentor for peers in learning and using self‑advocacy skills.
Experience working independently.
Special Requirements Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.
Selection Process Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation will rate your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Candidates must submit complete and accurate information on their application, including education, experience dates, and hours of work. For education obtained outside the U.S., a foreign credential evaluation service must provide equivalency before starting employment (and may be requested before interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date; any information received after this date will not be added.
Benefits Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract, and work 30 or more hours a week (or an average of 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of these benefits. Additional coverage options include dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, all of which you will pay in full.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
Further Instructions Online applications are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114‑B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment; no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410‑333‑5689. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410‑767‑1251.
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.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410‑767‑1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1‑800‑735‑2258.
Equal Opportunity Statement We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the State’s diversity.
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