SNAP E&T Program Manager Contract Manager

Baltimore, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for children and adults.

We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland we leave no one behind.

GRADE

ASTD17

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services

Family Investment Administration

25 S. Charles Street

Baltimore MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) Program Coordinator oversees the performance of Third-Party partner contracts and supports Local Departments of Social Services in their efforts to ensure that FSP recipients are equipped with the skills necessary to obtain and retain employment. The Program Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison between the Department of Human Services (DHS) the Maryland Department of Labor the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Third-Party Partners and other key stakeholders. The incumbent will lead the development of the annual SNAP E&T Plan develop and implement technical assistance initiatives to support LDSS offices and project partners and establish business processes (i.e. intake and enrollment protocol invoice submission and protocol etc.). The Program Coordinator will also be in charge of developing program manuals planning and facilitate meetings develop and coordinate the submission of program reports. The Program Coordinator will conduct monitoring visits and manage related corrective action plans. She or he will also manage a budget of $6-$10 partnership with the Director of the Office of Nutrition Assistance Programs the Program Coordinator will recruit organizations to join the agencys Third-Party Partner Network.

POSITION DUTIES

Manages SNAP E&T Third-Party partner contracts and supports Local Departments of Social Services (LDSS) in the implementation of the program.

Serves as a Liaison between DHS and SNAP E&T stakeholders including but not limited to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Maryland Department of Labor Third-Party Partners LDSS offices the Business Community (employers) and Advocates.
Ensures accuracy of collected data to quantify SNAP E&T contractor performance and confirms data integrity of quarterly reports and other reports provided by partners.

Monitors SNAP E&T Contracts

Conducts monitoring visits to ensure SNAP E&T programs are implemented in accordance with approved plans and program policies.

Reviews legislation laws and policy to assist partners and local departments in developing strategies to ensure compliance with SNAP E&T requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education: A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs procedures practices and organizations.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional professional or technical experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs procedures practices and organizationson a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute graduate level educationat an accredited college or university in a human services related field at the rate of 30 credithours per year for up to two years of the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

One year of experience in Contract Management.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.

One year of experience administering a Family Investment Administration Program.
One year of experience in drafting and reviewing complex documents.
One year of experience in development of policies programs and standard operating procedures.
One year of experience communicating with community partners and stakeholders.

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

NOT APPLICABLE.

SELECTION PROCESS

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 date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process. Therefore it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

For education obtained outside the U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland you will have access to outstanding benefits including: health insurance dental and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Personal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).

Annual Leave ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.

Sick Leave fifteen (15) days of 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 also celebrate at least twelve (12) holiday per year.

Pension State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.

Positions may be eligible for telework.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Cynthia McMillian Department of Human Services Examination Services Unit 25 S. Charles Street Room 1116-F Baltimore MD 21201.

Or email ; voice .

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or

Do not submit unsolicited documentation. Resumes should not be viewed for a completed state application.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encouraged them to apply.

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IntroductionWhen you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for ...