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Board Operation Officer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
30 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Introduction
The Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for an Administrative Officer position within the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing. As a member of the Occupational and Professional Licensing Team you can build a fulfilling career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental converge paid time off (vacation and sick leave) participation in the State pension plan supplemental retirement options and membership in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.
A resume may be attached as supplemental information; however only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.
GRADE
13
LOCATION OF POSITION
100 S. Charles Street Baltimore Maryland 21201
Main Purpose of Job
Administrative Officer I in this role provides operational support for the Board of ProfessionalEngineers (PE). Duties include routine review and analysis of Maryland statutes and/orregulations concerning the practice of various PE subjects. The Board Officer in thisclassification interprets the qualification of engineering exam candidates and prepares statisticalindices and reports of examination for the Board and Executive Director and/or AssistantExecutive Director. The Board Officer prepares correspondence for applicants customers andother stakeholders on behalf of the PE this role the employee uses independentjudgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex policies and prepares proceduremanuals for staff within the PE Board.
POSITION DUTIES
Duties of this position include but are not limited to:
- The Administrative Officer I is responsible for coordinating monthly meetings of the Board for Professional Engineers managing the agendas and meeting minutes and documenting the boards decisions. Determines which applications should go before the board for further evaluation. Refers credible violations of the standard of practice to the Assistant Executive and/or Executive Director for possible disciplinary action by the Complaint Committee. Is responsible for providing all material necessity for board decisions and discussions. Is responsible for communications with all exam applicants licensed professionals complainants and individuals appearing before the boards. Coordinates procedural guidelines and manuals for the Board reviews. The Board Officer communicates all Board requests including approvals exam. denials and disciplinary actions in professional practices. Leads and coordinates administrative support assignments to attain Board meeting objectives.
- Evaluates the credentials of applicants for licensure and make decisions based on the authority conferred by the Board and policies laws and regulations of the board. Such determinations include whether an applicant has acceptable qualifying educational requirements for examination and reciprocal applications as well as whether the requirements of reciprocal licensure are based on requirements that were current when the individual first became licensed in another USjurisdiction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience:One year of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30college credit hours from an accredited college or university forthe required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that includedregular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans policies rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the requiredexperience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be to applicants who possess the following preferred qualifications(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
Experience in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) Adobe Pro and Google Workspace.
Experience with administrative software (e.g. AS 400)and document management systems.
Experience with relevant laws regulations and policies related to administrative functions and office operation.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
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 overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.
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.
Resumes are acceptable as additional information only; however the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.
All information concerning the qualifications including any required documentation (diploma transcript certificate etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.
For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc.:
For education obtained outside the U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. For further information you may call International Consultants of Delaware Inc. or World Education Services Inc. 1- or .
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.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However if you are unable to apply online or having difficulty with your login or password please contact DBMs Helpdesk directly at (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily except for holidays and weekends). After business hours please submit an email request to
If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.
If you are seeking a veterans preference please submit a copy of your DD-214.
The paper application must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be 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: Donna L. Watson 26-
100 S. Charles Street 5th floor Suite 5000
Baltimore MD 21201
For additional information please contact Donna L. Watson at or via email
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
The MD State Application Form can be found online.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Labor 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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
