ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST I

The Public Service Commission has a position for an Administrative Specialist I in their Transportation Division. The Transportation Division enforces the laws and regulations of the Commission pertaining to the safety, rates and service of certain types of transportation companies operating in intrastate commerce.  The division monitors the safety of the carriers operations, rates and schedules of service, and matters regarding the adequacy and quality of service for passenger carriers, railroads, and taxicabs in Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Cumberland and Hagerstown.

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Public Service Commission

6 Saint Paul Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

To manage a portion of the for-hire driver licensing program in the Transportation Division and to conduct ongoing monitoring of for-hire drivers to ensure compliance with Public Service Commission rules and regulations.  This position processes and license applicants for for-hire drivers' licenses and vehicle permits in a manner responsive to applicable rules and regulations of the Public Service Commission and the safety and convenience of the public.

Screening an extremely large volume of for-hire applications and supplemental documents through an entirely electronic format for approval, rejection or additional items needed;  

quickly and efficiently electronically reviewing numerous applications and related confidential documents;  

reviewing and performing data entry of vehicle information,  insurance and inspection certificates electronically submitted;  

approving, rejecting or denying for-hire licenses, entering data from supplemental documents into the Division's

database;  

preparing materials for and assembling numerous application packages mailed out daily if requested;  

prepare and send memos for hearing requests;  

prepare and deliver competent testimony at hearings as scheduled and other general office duties.

Education:

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

Experience:

None

Note:  

1. Candidates may substitute one year of experience in administrative or professional work for the required education, at the rate of one year of experience for 30 credit hours, for up to 60 credit hours of the required education.

2. 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.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

One year of experience using Microsoft Word and Access or similar database.

Prior or current experience working with the Public Service Commission or another regulatory agency.

Experience handling confidential client information.

Experience processing a large volume of applications in an entirely electronic format.

Experience testifying in court-like settings or making presentations to a group.

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.

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 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. 

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

 

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please call 410-767-4850.

Online applications are highly recommended. However, the paper application may be submitted to: DBM RED. 301 West Preston Street, Baltimore, Maryland 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. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.  TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay. If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please send to DBM/RED 301 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201.

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

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