Assistant Deputy County Administrative Officer for Economic Development and Infrastructure

Assistant Deputy County Administrative Officer for Economic Development and Infrastructure

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Administrative Office. Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. All interested candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. You can attach your resume, transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Overview: The Assistant Deputy County Administrative Officer (ADCAO) for Economic Development and Infrastructure is a senior leadership position within Baltimore County Government, which reports to a Deputy Administrative Officer and works closely with the County Executive and Senior Leadership Team. The ADCAO will assist with the oversight of departments and functions related to economic development, workforce development and policies and procedures related to land use, development and redevelopment; monitor and seek to improve operations within those departments, and will assist with managing complex cross-departmental initiatives and goals that advance the County's enterprise-wide strategic plan. The ideal candidate will have experience with government operations; familiarity with economic development, workforce development and land development issues; understanding and knowledge of local and state laws and regulations impacting these issues; and experience developing and implementing strategies and standard business operating procedures among government agencies and external partners.

• Assists with the oversight of a portfolio of County departments including Economic & Workforce Development, Environmental Protection & Sustainability, Permits Approvals & Inspections, Planning, and Public Works & Transportation.
• Assists with monitoring operations with the portfolio of departments and work with department leaders and staff on ensuring smooth and effective government operations, navigating issues and challenges impacting operations, and identifying opportunities for operational improvement and increased efficiencies.
• Assists with coordinating with department leaders and staff on recommending operational or policy decisions to the County Executive and senior team.
• Assists with the implementation of economic development, workforce development and land development initiatives identified by the Administration, as well as items in the County's strategic plan and other plans announced by the County Executive or the departments.
• Conducts research into new strategies or national best practices for improving policies and practices in the portfolio, including approaches that leverage public and private resources to spur economic development.
• Assists with managing the implementation of economic development, workforce development and land development efforts launched with the use of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARPA) funding.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with external partners, including federal and state agencies, community organizations, advocacy groups, non-profit groups and private sector representatives, regional economic development organizations, anchor institutions, and other entities that work in economic development, workforce development and land development.
• Identifies and assists with managing opportunities for inter-jurisdictional collaboration on economic and workforce development initiatives, particularly with Baltimore City and the State of Maryland, and serve as a liaison on these issues with partners from other jurisdictions.
• Assists the Office of Government Affairs in tracking and monitoring legislative initiatives at the federal, state and local levels that would have an impact on Baltimore County.
• Assists the Office of Government Reform and Strategic Initiatives and the BCStat team on developing performance metrics and tracking data related to programs and initiatives overseen or monitored by the Deputy Administrative Officer, and assist the County's Chief Data and Performance Officer to support data-sharing initiatives and data analysis.
• Ensures economic development, workforce development and real estate development programs and strategies are implemented with an equity lens and that investments are targeted toward traditionally undeserved areas.
• Ensures economic development, workforce development and land development programs and strategies are evaluated with a sustainability lens.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in public policy, public administration, government, political science, or a related field. Master's degree or law degree a plus. Minimum of four years in government, corporate or non-profit management.
• Experience managing complex, inter-agency or inter-organizational initiatives based on best practices.
• Track record of engaging with a diverse set of stakeholders and working collaboratively with other senior colleagues to craft a common vision and direction.
• Excellent oral, written communication and analytical skills.
• Experience convening government officials and community stakeholders to create policies and implement programs.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education: Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency: Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Assistant Deputy County Administrative Officer for Economic Development and Infrastructure - Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204

Conditions of Employment

Employment Background Investigation: Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits

For Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees: Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace: All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace: Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program: Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance: In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance: In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement: Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave:

Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union: Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans,