SMALL, MINORITY, WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ACCOUNT PROGRAM MANAGER

IntroductionThe Maryland Department of Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Small, Minority, Women-Owned Business Account Program Manager (SMWOBA) within the Office Finance Programs in the Division of Business Growth & Attraction.This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.GRADE

STD0022

LOCATION OF POSITIONThe World Trade Center401 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202Main Purpose of Job This position is responsible for the full-time administration, oversight, and strategic management of the Small, Minority, Women-Owned Business Account (SMWOBA) program and serves as the primary conductor for the State's Video Lottery Terminal Fund (VLT) program. POSITION DUTIESThe Program Manager ensures compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, financial policies, procurement requirements, and program objectives critical to maintaining effective oversight of fund operations, financial accountability, stakeholder coordination, and legislative awareness. This position serves as the central point of engagement among fund managers, financial institutions, Commerce leadership, auditors, legal counsel, and external stakeholders while ensuring accurate reporting and responsible stewardship of public funds. Position will: promote the program across the State; oversee solicitation, procurement, selection and on boarding of new fund managers; develop and manage fund manager contacts; coordinate legislative inquiries and manage legislative requests; analyzing program performance metrics, recommend operational improvements; prepare executive level reports and provide ongoing monitoring of performance. The selected employee will possess excellent interpersonal, written, oral communication and leadership skills; the ability to read, analyze, and interpret a variety of financial statements, business plans, financial reports and conduct analysis as well as the ability to collect data, establish facts, define problems and recommend solutions. Must be able to work with high level public and private sector officials and maintain effective working relationships and handle multiple, concurrent and high priority projects and be familiar with business and fund accounting and finance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Mail and Workplace, Salesforce and/or other relevant programs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Finance, Accounting, Economic or Business Administration or a closely field.Experience: Eight years of experience in administrative or professional work. Five years of experience must have involved commercial bank lending, underwriting, analyzing project information, financial statements, projections, portfolio and credit analysis and reports, grant administration, collateral evaluations, and loan documentation. Note:An equivalent combination of education and experience in a closely related field may be considered. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPreference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.1.Advanced degree 2. Demonstrated experience providing financing assistance to small, minority and women-owned businesses. 3. Experience in fund and grant administration 4. Four (4) years of proven leadership or supervisory experience over a program. 5. Knowledge and experience in state government procurement, financial systems, laws, regulations and policies.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this position may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a valid driver's license. SELECTION PROCESSPlease 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. EXAMINATION PROCESSThe 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.This recruitment contains Supplemental Questions. It is important to complete the Supplemental Questions as part of the application process. Please note that your answers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.BENEFITSClick on this link for details on benefits:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSFURTHER INSTRUCTIONSOnline applications are highly recommended. To be considered, you must submit a complete application and all required materials by the closing date, including the supplemental questionnaire. A resume may be included as supporting documentation, but a resume alone will not be accepted or considered. Information submitted after the closing date will not be reviewed.If unable to apply online, please submit your state application/resume and supplemental questionnaire by the closing date and time to HR contact: View email address on click.appcast.io 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 the HR contact. arial", sans-serif; ">If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at View phone number on click.appcast.io. You may also visit our website at: Department of Commerce. arial", sans-serif; ">If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io 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.TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay View phone number on click.appcast.io Department COMM - Office of Financing Programs Administration Date Opened

10/16/2026 3:42:00 PM

Filing Deadline

11/2/2026 4:00:00 PM

Salary $99,442.00 - $156,822.00/year Employment Type Full-Time HR Analyst Dolores Churn Work Location Baltimore City Telework Eligible Yes