Administrative Officer III

Introduction

This is a contractual position with limited State of Maryland Benefits

Work that matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is a world-class financial and policy organization, and works at the cutting edge of affordable housing, Homeownership, economic development and neighborhood revitalization. We manager over $3 billion in single-family and multi-family assets, and provide financial support and critical programs to families, communities, non-profits, business and local governments throughout the state.

In the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Office of Public information, we promote the many programs the Department administers and ensure Marylanders know about the Department's work and its mission to increase affordable housing for all Marylanders.

The Multimedia specialist is responsible for developing marketing/visual communications materials for DHCD-wide programs, such as gathering information for and designing infographics, filers, and ads, as well as assisting with marketing plans for the department's programs. The position will also produce multimedia materials, such as photographs and content, for the website and DHCD events.

DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework options; training, advancement and career path opportunities; casual business dress on Fridays and a competitive salary. There is ample parking at our headquarters in Lanham, MD.

GRADE

15

LOCATION OF POSITION

7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706

The Department of Housing and Community Development Headquarters is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro Stop.

POSITION DUTIES

This position will work directly with the Director of Promotional and Creative Services on special projects, such as DHCD-wide marketing materials, items at the request of the Governor’s Office, in addition to marketing projects that go beyond graphic design. This position will also assist with creating marketing materials for DHCD programs, as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience:

Three years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working on multiple assignments at one time

Experience with graphic design

Experience with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

SELECTION PROCESS

Please note: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State and Employee Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health and benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to:

Miles Peterson

Department of Housing and Community Development

Office of Human Resources

7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706

All application materials must be received by the filing deadline. If you are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via email to . Please include the following information in the body of the email:

Attn: Miles Peterson, HR Generalist

Your First and Last Name

Recruitment #

Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment

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