If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits pension generous leave competitive salary and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth apply to join the DPSCS team today!
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.
As a member of the DPSCS team you can have a fulfilling career while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage paid time off (i.e. vacation sick leave) becoming vested in the State pension supplemental retirement options and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.
This is a MANAGEMENT SERVICES position with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The incumbent serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
The HR Director for Recruitment and Background Investigations /Examination Unit is responsible for the direction and daytoday management of recruitment and examination activities within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS). This role will involve direct oversight of a team dedicated to attracting and recruiting top talent across various DPSCS classifications. The Director will be a strategic partner in developing executing and evaluating the recruitment strategies ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The incumbent supports the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) in the management and development of all assigned staff and in divisionwide goals policy development and performance implementation. This position provides support to DPSCS Executives Department heads and management personnel requiring a vast knowledge of Federal laws State regulations and Departmental directives related to personnel matters.
Recruitment and Background Investigations
Oversee develop implement and evaluate recruitment strategies for the department.
Ensure recruitment procedures and processes comply with state personnel laws and DPSCS policies including the State Personnel Pension Article COMAR and internal policies.
Direct the administration and validation of exams/ tests for compliance with standard HR testing practices.
Ensure comprehensive and accurate reporting on recruitment and test administration including data analysis on staffing trends and vacancy rates and the impact of recruitment efforts.
Resolve complex issues or concerns related to recruitment while maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Oversees the screening of new hires contractors and internal transfers ensuring quality and timeliness of investigations.
Lead the coordination of background investigations and compliance checks working closely with the background investigation team to ensure all hiring decisions are following COMAR.
Staff Management & Development
Manage the Recruitment and Background Investigations/ Examination Unit (REU) teams including overseeing the assignment of permanent and temporary duties approving leave and ensuring the efficient completion of work in compliance with established policies and procedures.
Train mentor and evaluate team members ensuring continuous development of customer service and technical skills.
Writes performance standards and evaluates all HRSD Managers according to the Performance Planning and Evaluation Program. Lead performance evaluations providing guidance and discipline as necessary and support the interview and hiring process for new staff within the units.
Strategic Planning & Reporting
Collaborate with senior leadership including the Deputy CHRO and other HRSD Executives to develop and implement strategic planning initiatives related to recruitment and examination (background) processes.
Establishes HR program goals and objectives develops and implements departmental HR policies and procedures and evaluates the accomplishments of HR program.
Analyze and report on the effectiveness of recruitment strategies making recommendations for improvements.
Draft reports policy recommendations and other documents related to recruitment and personnel activities ensuring accuracy and clarity.
Serves on policy committees interview panels work groups and other initiatives at the request of senior leadership.
Compliance Audits & Training
Reviews audits of departmental HR offices to determine compliance with policies and guidelines developed by the Department of Budget and Management and the DPSCS Office of the Secretary.
Ensure recruitment activities are in full compliance with state regulations policies and procedures resolving appeals grievances and compliance challenges as necessary.
Provide technical guidance and training to HR officers agency heads and managers on recruitment examination retention and investigation processes.
May testify before legislative bodies in order to render expertise or represent the organization or program.
May participate processes and provide direction for grievances.