Long Term Contractual Administrator II

Long Term Contractual

One (1) vacancy; full-time M-F with occasional weekend work

One (1) year contract with the possibility of renewal or transfer to a permanent position

Contract Period: April 2017 – April 2018 (start/end dates may be negotiable)

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MD Department of Natural Resources Headquarters, 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis MD

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Human Resource Services is currently accepting applications for Agency Diversity Coordinator. This position will coordinate implementation of the department’s Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan. Duties include:

• Monitoring progress towards completion of the  plan’s objectives and strategies, and coordinating participation in the plan among all DNR units
• Developing and maintaining relationships with community partners
• Increasing and coordinating recruitment outreach activities for the department as a whole 
• Tracking and analyzing employment statistics to assist in evaluating program progress 
• Developing and coordinating internship programs for the DNR
• Researching and recommending training on diversity and inclusion for DNR staff
• Supporting efforts to expand the interest of diverse populations in DNR natural resources, cultural, historical, regulatory, administrative and recreational activities

For education obtained outside of the United States, you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalency evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.html with the application.

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year to year basis for the required general experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year to year basis for the required education and experience.

One year of professional experience in the development and/or administration of diversity programs; OR two years of professional experience in the development and/or administration of human resources programs, environmental programs, and/or community programs.

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following.  Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualification(s). 

Experience working with diverse populations is preferred.

Experience coordinating internship programs is preferred.

Experience training employees in agency wide programs is preferred.

Experience in statistical analysis, especially employment data, is preferred.

Fluency in a second language is preferred.

Excellent communication skills are preferred.

Excellent interpersonal skills are preferred.

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 to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment, and report all experience and education that is related to this position.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date with the exception of a foreign degree evaluation (if applicable).  Your application may be approved pending receipt of the evaluation.  Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will proceed to the next phase of evaluation.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

This recruitment does not require any additional materials to be uploaded with the exception of a foreign degree evaluation (if applicable).  Your qualifications will be assessed based on the information included on your submitted application.  Please do not submit unsolicited documentation.  You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire.