Introduction

The Maryland Higher Education Commission is seeking an experienced with higher education and grants, energetic individual to fill the position of Staff Spec I (NGSC).

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

217 E. Redwood St.
Baltimore, MD 21202

Main Purpose of Job

The finance policy analyst is responsible for will take the administrative lead over the program, communicating with eligible non-profit organizations, organizing trainings for nonprofit employees, and managing and submitting yearly reporting requirements. The manager also analyzes and reports on legislative actions regarding the Governor's budget, provides information on the program to various constituents, and prepares testimony and supporting documents for the Secretary of Higher Education, the Assistant Secretary and the Director.

POSITION DUTIES

- Communicate with eligible non-profit organizations

- Organize trainings for nonprofit employees

- Manage and submit yearly reporting requirements

- Analyze and report on legislative or other actions regarding the Next Generation Scholarships Program in the Governor's budget .

- Provides information on the program to various constituents

- Prepares testimony and other presentations for the Secretary of Higher Education, the Assistant Secretary and the Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One year of administrative or teaching experience in post-secondary education programs.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience managing or supporting grant-funded programs, particularly in education or nonprofit settings

- Experience with financial aid programs and strategies to support first-generation and low-

income students

- Knowledge of college access and success interventions, particularly in high-poverty or

under-resourced communities

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace; intermediate Excel skills

preferred

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.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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 State's diversity.