Director Of Human Resources

Introduction Are you a strategic human resources leader with a passion for public service and organizational excellence? The Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Human Resources Director to lead the agency's human capital programs and initiatives. The PSC plays a vital role in protecting the public interest by regulating Maryland's public utilities and certain passenger transportation services. The Commission oversees gas, electric, telephone, water, and sewage disposal companies, electricity suppliers, pilotage service fees, the construction of generating stations, and selected common carriers providing transportation for hire. The PSC also regulates taxicab operations in the City of Baltimore, Baltimore County, Cumberland, and Hagerstown. As the agency's senior human resources professional, the Human Resources Director serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing strategic direction and oversight for talent acquisition, performance management, policy development, workforce planning, and organizational development. This position is instrumental in fostering a high‑performing, inclusive, and engaged workforce that enables the Commission to fulfill its critical regulatory mission and serve the citizens of Maryland with integrity, accountability, and excellence. Position Details Grade: 20 Location: 6 St. Paul Street, Baltimore MD 21202 Position type: Management Service. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Organization Development, Public Administration or related field Experience: 6–8 years of progressively responsible human resources experience 3–5 years in a management or supervisory role Desired or Preferred Qualifications HR Certification — SHRM SCP or HRCI SPHR Experience overseeing multiple HR functional areas (e.g., employee relations, recruitment, classification and compensation, benefits, labor relations, training, compliance, leave administration) Experience developing and implementing HR policies and strategic initiatives Experience working in government Benefits State of Maryland benefits available. Equal Opportunity Employer People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr