ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER III Grant Programs Assistant

Introduction
The Maryland Department of Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for a Grant Programs Assistant position within the Maryland State Arts Council.

This is a Special Appointment position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
GRADE
15

LOCATION OF POSITION
World Trade Center

401 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

POSITION DUTIES
Education
This position provides comprehensive administrative support for the MSAC's Arts in Education and Maryland Traditions programs, as well as key special projects, including:

• Grants administration for the Teaching Artist Roster, Arts in Education grant, Folklife Network, Folklife Apprenticeship, and Heritage Award programs (e.g., managing application intake, monitoring compliance, maintaining grant records, and providing extensive logistical support for panel processes).
• Coordinating program communications and developing and co-leading professional development workshops, webinars, conference sessions, and written resources.
• Coordinating site visit logistics and managing multimedia vendor projects.
• Contributing to the mission of the Maryland State Arts Council by making recommendations and sharing ideas on its current concepts, budgetary needs, policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining professional relationships with grantees to ensure effective constituent service.

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

Experience:
Three (3) years of administrative staff or professional work experience.

Note

• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular 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 required experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Arts Administration, Arts Management, Public Affairs, Nonprofit Administration, Arts Education, Folklore Studies or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in administration of grants, contracts, and/or public programs and projects in art sector.
• Proven experience and proficiency with computer and software skills. ( e.g. Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Tools (Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Meet, Google Drive)).
• Experience in developing, coordinating, and administering professional development workshop, webinars, conference sessions, and written information resources.

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
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.

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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. If unable to apply online, please submit your state application/resume by the closing date and time to HR contact listed below.

If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to HR contact listed below.

Kyoo Hwang

If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at

You may also visit our website: Department of Commerce .

As an E-Verify and 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 and encourage them to apply.

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