Licensing Assistant

State Of Maryland


Job Location:

Baltimore, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 42893 - 65893
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND MERIT AND CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYEES ONLY.

GRADE

ASTD9

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH State Board of Long-Term Care Administrators
4201 Patterson Avenue
Baltimore MD 21215

Main Purpose of Job

The State Board of Long-Term Care Administrators (the Board) operates under theprovisions of Title 9 of the Health Occupations Article of the Annotated Code ofMaryland. The Board serves as the statewide licensing authority for nursing homeadministrators and is responsible for protecting the public by regulating the practice ofnursing home administration. As part of its work the Board licenses qualified nursinghome administrators and helps ensure compliance with applicable laws and responsibilities also encompass the investigation of complaints alleging violationsand when warranted the administration of disciplinary measures through both formaland informal processes. The Board also adopts and updates regulations recommendsstatutory changes to address emerging trends and practice issues and establishesstandards for licensure and professional practice.

Effective July 1 2026 the Board will serve as the licensing authority for Assisted LivingManagers (ALMs) who will be required to obtain a license to practice assisted livingmanagement in the State.

The main purpose of this full-time Office Secretary II/Licensing Assistant position will beto serve as the Boards customer service liaison and provide administrative support forBoard operations. The position will perform a variety of clerical and administrativeduties including but not limited to:
  • Serving as a primary point of contact by handling and resolving inquiries to the Board through phone and email;
  • Assisting with licensing and complaint processes for NHAs and ALMs;
  • Creating storing and maintaining electronic applicant and licensee files;
  • Preparing for Board and Committee meetings;
  • Tracking board meeting attendance; and
  • Preparing expense reports.

This position requires thorough knowledge of applicable statutes regulations policiesand procedures as well as the consistent exercise of tact discretion independentjudgment accuracy and sound decision-making.

The Boards Executive Director will provide direct supervision for this position. The rolerequires working hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please Note: This position will allow for two days (40%) of remote work per week after successfully completing the probationary period.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years performing secretarial or clerical work involving typing duties.

Notes:

1. Additional secretarial or clerical experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Thirty credit hours with a major in secretarial science or office technology from an accredited college may be substituted at the rate of thirty credits for one year of experience for up to two years of the required experience.

may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Administration classifications or Administrative Clerical or Office Services specialty codes in the Administrative Support field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:
  • Experience communicating effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing (to include your proficiency in spelling punctuation and grammar in the English language);
  • Experience providing courteous and timely customer service to internal and external stakeholders and the public in a tactful and professional manner;
  • Experience performing basic arithmetic computations;
  • Experience in Google Suite applications Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e. Word Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat (to include your proficiency level for each program); and
  • Experience with utilizing video conferencing programs (e.g. Google Meet and/or Zoom).

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND MERIT AND CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYEES ONLY.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrated ability to accurately type on a keyboard of a personal computer at a minimum of forty words per minute may be required depending on the specific requirements of the position.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your report all related education experience dates and hours of indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S. any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH Recruitment and Selection Division 201 W. Preston St. Room 114-B Baltimore MD application materials must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload please fax the requested informationto .Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at .

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.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service 1-.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.


Required Experience:

Junior IC

IntroductionTHIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE OF MARYLAND MERIT AND CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYEES ONLY.GRADE ASTD9 LOCATION OF POSITION MDH State Board of Long-Term Care Administrators4201 Patterson AvenueBaltimore MD 21215Main Purpose of JobThe State Board of Long-Term Care Administrator...

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