Operations Coordinator, Employer Services (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Employment Development

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range:

$56,607.00 - $90,572.00 Annually

Hiring Salary Range:

$56,607.00 – $73,000.00 Annually

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Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits  

NOTE: GRANT POSITIONS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RETIREMENT BENEFITS 

Job Summary:  

About the City of Baltimore, Mayor’s Office of Employment Development

The Mayor’s Office of Employment Development (MOED) coordinates and directs workforce development initiatives responsive to the needs of Baltimore City employees and job seekers in order to enhance and promote the local economy. Our vision is for every City resident to maximize his/her career potential, and all employers have the human resources to grow and prosper – a workforce system that works. 

Position Overview

The Mayor’s Office of Employment Development (MOED) seeks a dynamic Operations Coordinator to provide support for the Employer Services division. The Employer Services division offers innovative strategies to help employers attract qualified talent and achieve customized workforce solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as follows: managing executive schedules and correspondence; solving routine and complex issues; interpreting complex information; demonstrating courtesy, tact, empathy, and excellent customer service to diverse populations; developing and maintaining effective relationships with employers; maintaining a keen attention to detail, confidentiality, and an ability to write business reports and correspondence. 

Essential Functions:

Provides senior-level administrative support to the division leader and other members of the MOED Employer Services team. Arranges and schedules meetings, distributes information, prepares reports and presentations, and performs other administrative tasks to ensure an efficient working environment, as well as coordinates and supports special projects. 

• Assists the division leader in coordinating office services such as personnel administration, payroll functions, budget preparation and control, ordering and maintaining office supplies, records maintenance, and setting up virtual meetings. 
• Performs administrative functions for special recruitment projects and events. 
• Research and prepare statistical reports and correspondence. 
• Compiles, maintains, and submits industry-specific, case management, and placement data Employer Services reports. 
• Maintains Employer Services email distribution lists, databases, and management information systems. 
• Acts as a liaison to MOED Communications Department 
• Conducts employer and job seeker outreach; distributes division newsletters, announcements and recruitment notices. 
• Assists division leader with the coordination of administrative aspects of planning grants and programs. 
• Exercises sound independent judgement in screening mail, telephone calls and visitors. 
• Receives and prepares responses to inquiries from customers and staff. 
• Manage division leaders’ calendars and respond to scheduling requests. 
• Performs administrative duties such as drafting, editing, typing reports and letters, and other correspondences.  Communicates verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers on behalf of the division leaders as needed. 
• Writes reports and letters relative to interpretation of federal, state and local laws, policies and regulations pertaining to MOED’s mission. 
• Engages and conducts employer meetings for the Employ Baltimore Ordinance; completes and reviews employment analyses, required reports and provide overview of workforce solutions available to employers. 

Minimum Qualifications:     

Education: Have a high school diploma or GED Certificate. 

AND 

Experience: Have 3 years’ experience performing and coordinating moderately complex administrative/operations projects is required. 

OR 

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Thorough knowledge of workforce development preferably MOED’s functions and services. 
• Must be able to work independently in the planning, organization, and execution of complicated and reoccurring tasks and assignments. 
• Technical Skills: Expert proficiency level with MS Office products to include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Visio with a high-level competency in navigating the internet. Ability to learn and use MOED and City designated software programs such as WorkDay, ADP E-time, and the Maryland Workforce Exchange. Experience with Drupal is a plus. 
• Communication Skills: Ability to read, write, and interpret a variety of internal city documents, policies, and procedures, and external communications to include federal, and state grants, Memorandums of Understanding, agreements and contracts. Demonstrates excellent presentation skills. 
• Analytical Skills: Ability to review, dissect, and solve practical administrative and office issues/concerns. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills. 
• Interpersonal Skills: Develops and maintains effective business and professional relationships with internal and external customers. Must be able to verbally address individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities in a tactful manner. Ability to meet and greet visitors in an effective and professional manner and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates, representatives of other organizations, and the general public. 
• Attention to Detail: Ability to perform duties and daily tasks thoroughly and accurately. 

Additional Information 

Background Check                                        

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Financial Disclosure 

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.  

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. 

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