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Maryland State Agency Job Announcement
Skilled and Professional Services
SALARY: $33,444 - $52,886 Salary Grade 13
CLOSING DATE: OPEN AND CONTINUOUS (Applications submitted for the examination for this classification are accepted year round. Approved candidates will be placed on an eligible list used to fill any possible current or future vacancies in the Local Departments of Social Services.)
Please be advised: The Child Support Specialist series is tested quarterly. There may be an extended period before you receive notice concerning the review of your application. Candidates reapplying to maintain their name on a Child Support Specialist series eligible list should consider submitting a new application at least 3 months in advance of their expiration date to avoid a lapse in their listing on a Child Support Specialist series eligible list.
HOW TO APPLY: Mail a State application (MS-100) titled “Child Support Specialist, Lead,
Announcement # 08-4575-001” to:
Department of Human Resources
Examination Services Unit
311 W Saratoga Street, Room 356
Baltimore MD 21201
POSITION DUTIES: This is the lead level of child support work. Employees in this classification investigate and analyze child support cases and initiate appropriate actions to establish, maintain and enforce support payments for dependent children in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws, rules and regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be eligible for testing for this classification, you must possess the following…
Education: An Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university in social services, human services, legal studies, public administration or similar field of study.
Experience: Three (3) years investigating and analyzing child support cases and initiating appropriate actions to establish, maintain and enforce support payments for dependent children in accordance with Federal and State laws, rules and regulations.
NOTES:
1. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required education.
2. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social services, human services, legal studies, public administration or similar field of study may be substituted for the required education and one year of the required experience.
3. Experience investigating and analyzing child support cases and initiating appropriate actions to establish, maintain or enforce support payments for dependent children in accordance with Federal and State laws, rules and regulations may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
4. Experience determining eligibility for government assistance programs may be substituted for one year of the specific program experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the employment list categorized as Best Qualified. Candidates shall be certified to the employment list for a period of one year. This list will be used by hiring agencies to select employees.
EXAMINATION:
No written examination is required. You will be rated on the basis of the information contained on your application. It is essential that you give complete and accurate information on your application.
INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
Applications: Applications may be obtained by visiting our website at: www.dhr.state.md.us; by writing to DHR/Exam Services Unit, 311 W Saratoga Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201; by visiting 311 W Saratoga Street, First Floor, Baltimore, Maryland; or by calling 410-767-7414, toll-free: 1-800-332-6347; TTY users call Maryland Relay Service, 1-800-925-4434.
Your application is part of the examination process. Answer each question fully and clearly. Photocopies are acceptable provided there is an original signature and copied on standard paper (8 ½" x 11"). A receipt will be mailed if a self-addressed stamped envelope is attached.
Qualifications: You must possess the minimum qualifications before you may be selected for a State job. Verification will be completed by the appointing authority. If you are scheduled to complete an educational or licensing requirement within six months of the examination, you may participate in the examination process. Permanent State employees may also complete necessary experience requirements within six months of the date of an examination. Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week. You must include on your application the time you spent in such activity. You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.
Eligibility: Applicants will be notified when and where to appear for written, oral or demonstration examinations. Some examinations may consist of an evaluation of relevant training and experience. If further information is needed, notice will be sent to the candidate. Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the classification for which they apply, will not receive a ranking and their name will not appear on the eligible list.
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BENEFITS OFFERED TO MARYLAND STATE EMPLOYEES:
Medical/Health Insurance Plans:
PPO Plans
- CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO
- MLH-Eagle (MAMSI)
POS Plans
- CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield MPOS
- M.D. IPA Preferred
- Aetna QPOS
HMO Plans
- CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Blue Choice
- Optimum Choice (MAMSI)
- Kaiser Permanente
Prescription Plan
Dental Plans:
- United Concordia DPPO
- United Concordia DHMO
- Dental Benefit Providers DHMO
Term Life Insurance Plan
Personal Accidental Death and Dismemberment Plan
Long Term Care Plan
Each medical plan includes vision coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Health Care Spending Accounts
- Daycare Spending Accounts
State Retirement and Pension System
- Employees are vested in the pension system after five years of employment
Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans:
- 457
- 403(b)
- 401(k)
- 401(a) match plan
SECU Credit Union
Direct Deposit
Savings Bonds
Maryland Prepaid College Savings Plans
Paid Holidays: 11-12 per year
Annual Leave
- Up to five years of State service, 10 days earned per year
- Five to 10 years of State service, 15 days earned per year
- 10-20 years of State service, 20 days earned per year
- 20+ years of State service, 25 earned per year
- Employees may carry over up to 10 weeks of annual leave per year
Personal Leave: Six days per year
Sick Leave: 15 days per year, unlimited accruement
Compensatory Leave
Military Leave
Leave Bank and Employee-to-Employee Leave Donations
Employee Assistance Program
Flextime and Teleworking opportunities for some positions
* Please note that the benefit information provided pertains to full-time, permanent employees. All benefits apply to part-time employees who work at least 50%, although leave is prorated based on number of hours worked. Contractual employees may enjoy some of these benefits.
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