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Maryland Department of Human Services

The main purpose of the Research Specialist/Data Analyst position is to organize, analyze, and report on child welfare and adult services data for research, evaluation, and quality assurance. This is a high level position requiring skill in data analysis, including knowledge and experience in statistical software. This work includes ongoing data reporting, report writing and development and analysis of federal, State, and Department indicators. The responsibilities of this position include assisting DHS and SSA leadership by providing or coordinating the production of timely and accurate data on child welfare and adult services clients, practice, and outcomes, in order for DHS/SSA leadership to make informed program, budget, and other decisions. This data is also necessary to respond to formal requests and reports required by the Governor’s Office, the General Assembly, the federal government, and other external stakeholders.

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.

EXPERIENCE: Eleven years of experience, seven years of experience in administrative, professional or technical work, two years must have involved supervision of other employees or exercising responsibility for program development and an additional four years of professional or technical experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations.

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1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and seven years of experience in administrative, professional or technical work, two years must have involved supervision of other employees or exercising responsibility for program development, for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute graduate level education at the graduate level at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours on a year-for-year basis for up to six years of the required non-supervisory general experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a commissioned officer in Administrative Officer classifications or Administrative Officer specialty codes in the General, Administrative, Clerical, and Office Services field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience, two years must have been in an administrative supervisory or consultative capacity.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.

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.

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) holidays per year.

• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 311 W. Saratoga Street, Room 135, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 P.M. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to scott.waddel@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please email Scott Waddel at scott.waddel@maryland.gov.

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 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

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 State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.