HR Operations and Execution Partner

The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is seeking a seasoned HR leader to serve as Operations and Execution Partner.

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 over 9000 employees and a budget of more than $1 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.

Baltimore City

6776 Reisterstown Road

Baltimore MD 21215

(Headquarters)

The HR Operations & Execution Partner servesas a senior-level operational leader within theOffice of Human Resources. Reporting directly tothe Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)this position provides high-levelcross-functional execution support to ensure operationalcontinuity rapid implementation of executivepriorities and coordinated delivery of HRinitiatives across units.

This role functions as a CHRO-designatedoperational resource and may be deployed to supportany HR unit or enterprise initiative requiringfocused execution stabilization or continuity.While the position does not exercise supervisoryauthority over HR units it is accountable forensuring implementation alignment trackingprogress and resolving operational barriers insupport of executive direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and validates HR operational data to support executive decision-making.
• Tracks initiative milestones service delivery metrics and performance indicators.
• Synthesizes operational trends and identifies areas requiring corrective action.
• Prepares executive-level briefings reports and status updates for the CHRO.
• Leads cross-functional execution of CHRO-directed initiatives across HR units.
• Develops implementation plans and coordinates operational delivery across Talent Acquisition Background Investigations HR Operations and related units.
• Ensures timely follow-through on executive priorities and urgent directives.
• Serves as a designated operational resource deployed to stabilize or advance critical HR functions.
• Identifies execution risks and resolves or escalates barriers to maintain service continuity.
• Assists in the implementation of new HR processes and workflow enhancements.
• Evaluates operational inefficiencies and recommends corrective improvements.
• Supports standardization of practices across HR units when assigned.
• Contributes to development of operational controls that strengthen service delivery reliability.

Education:

Bachelors degree from an accredited collegeor university.

Experience:

Eight (8) years of progressively responsibleprofessional HR experience (in Public Sector Unionized or 24/7 operational environment.)Three (3) years must have included supervisory or managerialresponsibility over HR staff in operational or service delivery functions withina large complex organization.

A current resume and cover letter must be uploaded/ submitted with this application.

• Experience auditing HR transactions for efficiency and accuracy.
• Experience developing implementing and monitoring the application of SOPs.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application 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 candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.

A current resume and cover letter must be uploaded/ submitted with this application.

The assessment may consist of a rating of youreducation training and experience related to the requirements of theposition. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information onyour application. Please report all experience and education that is related tothis position.

As an employee of the State of Maryland you will have access tooutstanding benefits including: health insurance dental and vision plansoffered at a low cost.

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Personal Leave - new Stateemployees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on startdate)

Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulatedannual leave per year
Sick Leave - fifteen (15) daysof accumulated sick leave per year
Parental Leave - up to sixty(60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child
Holidays - State employees alsocelebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year

Pension - State employees earn credit towardsa retirement pension

Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unableto apply online the paper application supplemental questionnaire and required documents maybeemailedto application materials must be received in our office by the closing datefor the recruitment. Onlyadditional materials that are requested will be accepted for thisrecruitment.

If you are having difficulties with submitting your onlineapplication please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division or .