Introduction
The MarylandDepartment of General Services (DGS) supports State and local governmentagencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens ofMaryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus propertyservices, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS isalso responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design andconstruction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, andoverseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do GreatService… Consider joining our team!
GRADE
11
LOCATION OF POSITION
This is a contractual (hourly)position.
301 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The Outreach Coordinatorsupports the Marketing and Public Engagement efforts of the Department ofGeneral Services. The primary responsibility of the Marketing andPublic Engagement Unit is to effectively promote, bring awareness to, andincrease participation in General Services’ programs. The Outreach Coordinatorwill support this effort by completing a variety of administrative tasks andplanning activities related to coordinating, hosting, and attending a varietyof events including instructional, educational, networking, and promotionalevents. This position will also support the Director of Marketing & PublicEngagement in the completion of other tasks and activities related to marketingand operations, as needed.
POSITION DUTIES
Dutiesfor this position include but are not limited to:
- Performing administrative tasks such as respondingto inquiries from internal and external customers, ordering and receiving eventsupplies and materials.
- Coordinating, maintaining, and tracking allpublic engagement and outreach activities including educational, promotional,instructional, and networking events, workshops, and conferences by utilizing databases,spreadsheets, logs and reports.
- Presenting virtual events and meetings.
- Participating in project workgroups or sit oncommittees as requested.
- Identifying opportunities to promote programs,resources, and services through outreach and educational events.
- Transporting event equipment, materials, andsupplies to and from events.
- Event set-up and break-down including exhibitand marketing equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Reviewing, formatting, analyzing, andinterpreting data extracted from various sources.
- Keep abreast of relevant regulations, policies,laws, etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Two years of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
2.Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor'sdegreefrom a college or university for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be givento applicants who possess the followingpreferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regarding allqualifications.
-Proficientin a variety of computer software applications such as Microsoft Excel, GoToWebinar and Eventbrite.
-Abilityto communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Abilityto conduct research and organize and present results.
-Excellentinterpersonal and presentation skills.
-Strongorganizational and time management skills.
- Independentdecision making and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing needs and time pressures.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
This recruitment is limited to candidates willing to accept contractual employment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportationas needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.
SELECTION PROCESS
It is important that you providecomplete and accurate information on your application. Please include all experience and educationthat is related to this position. All information concerning yourqualifications must be submitted by the closing date;information submittedafter the closing date will not be considered.Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteerexperience based on the number of hours worked per week;you must includethe time spent on such activities on your application.
Note that for any position requiring a college degreeor college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior tobeing offered a position. You may submityour transcript as part of the application process.
The examination forthis position will consist of a rating of your education, training andexperience related to the requirements of the position.Successfulcandidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized asBEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED. The eligibility list willbe valid for one year and may be extended. The list will be used by thehiring authority to select employees for interviews. Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacanciesof the same classification.
Please note, selected candidates may be required tocomplete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background checkprior to being hired.
You must be legallyauthorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to behired in the position for which you apply.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who workfor an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and WelfareBenefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hoursa week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidizedhealth benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractualemployee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for yourmedical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you haveenrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the costfor these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidentaldeath and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsibleto pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to acontractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12-month period. This leaveaccrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hoursper calendar year.
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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Contactminal.patel@maryland.govor call 410-767-1386 with questionsabout this recruitment. The on-line application process is STRONGLYpreferred. Apply online atwww.dgs.maryland.gov - click on Employment on the left side of the screen. If you areunable to submit your application online, please send your paper applicationto: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311,Baltimore, MD 21201 by the closing date and time. TTYUsers: callvia 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. Wethank our Veterans for their service to our country.
