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State of Maryland

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST II

State of Maryland, Pikesville, Maryland, United States, 21208

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Introduction It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure to answer all supplemental questions specifically and accurately may cause the candidate to be rejected.

Please fill out the application completely.

The application is part of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process.

Clearly describe your qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you fail to indicate.

Do not leave any answer spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write ‘N/A’.

Although you may attach a resume to further describe your qualifications, it does not substitute for completing the application form. An incomplete application form may result in disqualification. Do NOT write ‘see resume’ in your work history or responses to supplemental questions.

Failure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification.

Read the job announcement carefully for specific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.

GRADE 11

LOCATION OF POSITION Department of State Police Rockville Barrack 7915 Montrose Road Rockville, MD 20854

Main Purpose of Job Administrative Specialist II is the intermediate level of administrative work requiring regular use of independent judgement and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies. Employees in this class do not supervise other Administrative Specialists.

Employees in this classification receive moderate supervision from a higher-level administrator. The Administrative Specialist II performs the full range of duties and responsibilities under general supervision.

POSITION DUTIES

Obtains, analyzes and interprets data in order to apply rules, regulations, and standards in accordance with laws.

Assists in the administration of an assigned program and in the preparation of final reports and suggested recommendations for the improvement of the agency or its programs.

Consults with program heads and administrative officials regarding policies, trends, and interpretation of data and program needs.

Researches and compiles data as directed.

Prepares statistical tables, charts and reports, workflow charts, staffing patterns, and organizational charts.

Assists in planning and implementing new or revised programs, procedures, practices, and organizations.

Performs other related duties.

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.

Notes:

Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non‑commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgement and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Windows based operating systems, preferably Windows 10.

Experience with Microsoft products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Experience with Google products such as Docs, Sheets and Slides.

Experience in taking meeting minutes.

Experience completing and sending correspondence for an Executive/Command staff.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.

In accordance with Section 2‑204(b)(6) of the Public Safety Article, candidates for this position will be subject to an initial drug screening and a complete criminal background investigation before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the candidate.

SELECTION PROCESS Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Successful candidates will be placed on the Eligible List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED or QUALIFIED and remain eligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination. The list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.

EXAMINATION PROCESS The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

BENEFITS State of Maryland Benefits

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found online.

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Maryland State Police at 410‑653‑4493.

TTY Users: Call Maryland Relay.

Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland State Police – Human Resources Division 1201 Reisterstown Road Pikesville, Maryland 21208 ATTN: Amirah VonHendricks amirah@vonhendricks.maryland.gov

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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