Introduction
MarylandsFamily and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program will ensure all workers inMaryland have paid time off for medical and/or family reasons. FAMLI is asocial insurance system covering 2.6 million workers and 180000 employersdelivered as a digitally native public-facing service. Were in the earlystages of building something as big and as far-reaching as unemploymentinsurance or a new health department. We know that delivering servicesprimarily through a website over the Internet is a new way of doing businessin government. As the Policy & Research Team we work collaboratively withthe other FAMLI teams as well as our Maryland Department of Labor colleaguescolleagues at other agencies and non-governmental stakeholders to develop theunderlying policies for the FAMLI program.
The Director a senior member of the FAMLI Division willserve as a primary compliance and policy subject-matter-expert andpoint-of-contact for Department and Division leadership. The Director willstand up the research and knowledge management functions of the FAMLI Divisionincluding developing standard operating procedures for internal and externalgoverning document creation revision approval and storage. The Director willalso manage the drafting of regulations guidance and fact sheets; serve onworking groups; direct research and writing projects; and mentor juniorcolleagues.
This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
GRADE
22
LOCATION OF POSITION
100 S. Charles Street
Baltimore Maryland 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The Director is a senior member of the FAMLI Division focusing on the regulatory andpolicy development of the FAMLI system. The Director serves as primary compliance andpolicy subject-matter-expert and point-of-contact for Department and Division Director initiates coordinates and evaluates policy projects related to theestablishment and administration of Marylands family and medical leave system. TheDirector is also tasked with standing up the research and knowledge management functionsfor the FAMLI Division. Designated duties will support the FAMLI Division in promotingplanning developing and implementing the system as required by statute regulationexecutive order and/or departmental priority that will facilitate efficient and effectivedelivery of FAMLI services.
POSITION DUTIES
Provideleadership and day-to-day management to the FAMLI Policy & ResearchFunction
Lead and direct the day-to-dayoperations of the FAMLI Policy & Research Function including supervisionprocess review and improvement planning and project development.
Provide leadership and mentorship tojunior colleagues.
Serve as a senior member ofmanagement for the Division.
Spearheadthe development of original implementing regulations for FAMLI enforcement andcreation of a self-employed option.
Develop and implement the frameworkfor writing the original implementing regulations and subsequent amendments.
Design supervise and approvespecial projects.
Issue FAMLI policies decisions forfinal approval by Division and Department Leadership.
Overseethe development of policy materials for use by Division functions.
Approve program guidebooksregulations and other Departmental policies for both external and internal use.
Approve background materials including briefing materials talking points presentations fact sheets and other materials for personal use and use by the Assistant Secretary Deputy Assistant Secretary and other FAMLI senior staff.
Engagestakeholders to participate in the development of FAMLI.
Evaluate and integrate stakeholderinput (employee groups employer groups insurers third party administratorsadvocates etc.) into FAMLI policies.
Schedule plan and attend meetingswith stakeholders as Division representatives.
Serve as a Division representativein communications with the public.
Createand Lead the Knowledge Management Function for FAMLI.
Hire and lead the KnowledgeManagement Team.
Create and document processes.
Createand Lead the Research Function for FAMLI.
Hire and lead the research team.
Set goals and priorities for thefunction.
Review final reports.
Supportthe Divisions legislative efforts.
Evaluate legislation affecting FAMLIprogram including drafting fiscal note responses providing oral and writtentestimony and responding to legislative inquiries.
Recommend and draft legislative initiatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Masters degree in Law Social WorkPublic Policy or a related field.
Experience:
Qualified candidates must possess five (5) yearsof professional experience including three (3) years of managementresponsibilities in developing or implementing policies and/or programs.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desired or Preferred Qualifications Thoughtful listener a strategicthinker and respectful consensus builder with the ability to understandmission-driven organizations with unquestionable integrity.
Demonstrated ability to mentor andlead junior colleagues.
Strong organizational skills aflexible work style and able to manage multiple challenging projectssimultaneously in a fast-paced work environment.
Excellent written and verbalcommunication skills.
Commitment to standing up Marylandspaid family and medical leave program.
Youll fit right in at FAMLI if:
You value autonomy in your workstrive to achieve mastery in your field and are energized by working for amission-driven organization
Youre a strong and inclusive leaderwho works well with people
Youre an excellent collaborator
You are excited about solvingcomplex human and organizational issues
Youre an organized person who hasexperience coordinating complex projects
Youre great at delegating ownershipto capable people
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please makesure you provide enough information on your application to show that you meetthe qualifications for this information concerning thequalifications including any required documentation must be submitted andreceived by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not beconsidered. Applications that meet minimum and/or selective qualifications willbe referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select thosecandidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for the interview.
A resume andcover letter must be included with your application.Please upload one Word or PDF file thatincludes your combined resume and cover letter using the Transcript uploadfunction or via the JobAps Other tab.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education training and experience related to the requirements of the is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your report all experience and education that is related to this position.
The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately listing all relevant education and experience addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma transcript certification license etc.). Please include clear detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications desired and/or selective qualifications of the position.
***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.
BENEFITS
This is a full-time permanent position and eligible for full State benefits which include: Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking
Paid holidays 12-13 per year
Generous paid leave package (annual sick personal and compensatory leave)
State Pension (defined benefit plan) Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
Comprehensive subsidized health dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles free generic prescriptions and free preventative health services
Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare
State Employees Credit Union
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
U.S.Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans status.
If you are unable to apply online or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation you may submit via email to Please be sure to include your name identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.
PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION
Completed applications required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:
Maryland Department of Labor / Office of Administration
Attn: Erika Leonard-Anderson25-
100 S. Charles Street 5th Floor
Baltimore MD 21201
The MD State Application Form can be found online
Department of Labor Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of DLLR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities services and facilities without regard to race religion color sex age national origin or ancestry marital status parental status sexual orientation disability or veteran status.
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Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
