ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST II

Maryland State Department of Education is recruiting for an Administrative Specialist II; located in the Division of Library Development and Services. The resulting elgible list will be maintained for (1) year. Persons interested in future vacancies within this classification must re-apply.

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Division of Libraries (DLDS)

Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (LBPH)

415 Park Avenue

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Provide quality equipment and circulation service to customers of the Maryland State Library of the Blind and Physically Handicapped. Provide leadership and assistance, state-wide, to ensure quality service in both circulation and equipment fulfillment to patrons of the Maryland Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (LBPH). This position is responsible for the dissemination of management of the library's collection of digital cartridges, and cassettes and the unique equipment required to listen to these materials. Participates in visits to schools and retirement communities to assist and train in the operation of specialized equipment. Provide customer service regarding book selection and service as requested.

Education: Completion of 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university.

Experience: One year of experience in administrative or professional work.

Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute experience as defined above for the required education at the rate of one year of experience for 30 credit hours, for up to 60 credit hours of required education.

2. Candidates may substitute 90 credit hours at an accredited college or university for the required education and experience.

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

Knowledge of National Library Services database 

Accurately maintain spreadsheets for inventory of equipment

Adequately perform semi-annual equipment audits

Experience preparing materials and conducting training on equipment use

Accurately prepare statistical reports

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Access)

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.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated.  The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.  Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.  For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred; however, the paper application may be submitted to MSDE, Office of Human Resources - Staff Employment Section, 200 W. Baltimore Street St, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment.  No postmarks will be accepted!!!

If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-8950.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: (410) 767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) 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 employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS  

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

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