Qureos Mentor

Montgomery County, MD

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Position</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>WHO WE ARE</b></div><div><b><br>
These positions may be filled at any of the following levels:</b></div><div><b><br>
Human Resources Specialist I, Grade N18</b>: <b>The salary range above represents this position&rsquo;s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be </b><b>$62,328 - $84,320</b><b>, based on the candidate&rsquo;s qualifications and experience.</b></div><div><b><br>
Human Resources Specialist II, Grade N22</b><b>: The salary range above represents this position&rsquo;s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be </b><b>$73,569 - $97,239</b><b>, based on the candidate&rsquo;s qualifications and experience.</b></div><div><br>
Do you want to make a real difference in your community? The Montgomery County Office of Human Resources (OHR) is seeking passionate and driven individuals to join our Recruitment &amp; Selection team. We play a vital role in attracting top talent to serve our 1 million+ residents, ensuring we have the best and brightest public servants.</div><div><br>
At OHR, we're more than just HR &ndash; we're strategic partners dedicated to fostering a thriving workforce of 10,000 employees. We handle everything from recruitment and selection to benefits administration, performance management, professional development, and employee wellness programs. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures.</div><div><br>
By joining our team, you will directly contribute to reducing barriers in employment, expanding outreach to underrepresented communities, and helping to build a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of Montgomery County.</div><div><b><br>
Join OHR's Recruitment &amp; Selection Dream Team and make a real impact on our vibrant and growing community.</b></div><div><ul><li><b><br>
Make a Difference Every Day</b>: Your work directly impacts Montgomery County by attracting top talent to serve our residents.</li><li><b>
Collaboration is Key: </b>We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where you can learn and grow alongside passionate colleagues.</li></ul></div><ul><li><b>
REACH for the Top: </b>Our core values of <b>R</b>esults, <b>E</b>mpowerment, <b>A</b>gility, <b>C</b>ollaboration, and <b>H</b>uman-centricity guide everything we do.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Be Doing</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>OHR is seeking driven, enthusiastic, customer-centric, and self-motivated <b>Human Resources Specialist (</b><b><i>Recruiter</i></b><b>)</b> (Download PDF reader) to join OHR&rsquo;s Recruitment and Selection Team. This team is dedicated to advancing the mission of Montgomery County by facilitating an equitable recruitment and screening process resulting in a diverse and inclusive workforce.</div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Recruiters </i></b>work in partnership with County leaders to actively seek out and court candidates, develop candidate pipelines, and improve the recruitment and selection process for both candidates and hiring managers.</div><div><b><br>
Duties include, but are not limited to:</b></div><ul><li>
Partnering with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and devise winning recruitment strategies.</li><li>
Managing the full life cycle recruitment process for positions in assigned business units.</li><li>
Developing and executing innovative recruiting and sourcing strategies, including the usage of social media, web searches, referrals, and industry-specific sources, to ensure a pipeline of highly qualified talent.</li><li>
Proactively developing pipelines of qualified candidates, in advance of need.</li><li>
Guiding candidates and hiring managers through the interview process, keeping everyone informed.</li><li>
Regularly updating hiring managers and others regarding the status of onboarding activities.</li><li>
Developing, delivering, and supporting training for relevant staffing activities.</li><li>
Creating and maintaining best practices for recruitment and diverse talent sourcing.</li><li>
Reviewing salary requirements and negotiating salary offers with applicants.</li><li>
Facilitating the delivery of an exceptional customer and applicant experience.</li><li>
Providing guidance and advice on recruitment policies, best practices, and the development and use of valid selection criteria.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Recruiters in OHR gain exposure to every aspect of public-sector hiring, with opportunities to lead projects, build specialized expertise, and advance into higher-level HR positions.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
To perform the job successfully, candidates should have:</b></div><ul><li>
A knack for clear communication and a &quot;can-do&quot; attitude when it comes to finding talent.</li><li>
Experience working in a highly collaborative culture to deliver a high-quality talent sourcing program.</li><li>
Experience utilizing job boards and social media sourcing tools.</li><li>
Experience conducting outreach, hosting community events, and networking with colleges, universities, professional and other organizations to recruit candidates.</li><li>
Creative approach to problem-solving, with the ability to think outside the box and bring forward fresh ideas that enhance recruitment strategies and candidate experiences.</li></ul><div><b>
Additional Information:</b></div><ul><li>
Candidates must have the ability to travel to various locations throughout the County.</li><li>
The Office of Human Resources offers a hybrid work environment that allows for some telework opportunities. (<b>See Note Below</b>)</li><li>
For information on benefits and our total rewards policy, check out our competitive benefits here!</li></ul><ul><li><br>
<b><i>NOTE: Telework availability is not guaranteed during the 12-month probationary period. Telework may be permitted at the discretion of the supervisor and based on operational needs.</i></b></li></ul></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Education:</b> Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration or related field.</div><div><b><br>
Experience:</b><b><i> </i></b><b>Positions may be filled at the Human Resources Specialist I or II level as follows:</b></div><ul><li><b>
Human Resources Specialist I, Grade N18</b>, One (1) year of applicable professional experience in Personnel Administration. Experience as a full life-cycle recruiter preferred.</li><li><b>
Human Resources Specialist II Grade N22</b>, Two (2) years of applicable professional experience in Personnel Administration. Experience as a full life-cycle recruiter preferred.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Equivalency:</b> An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
</b></h2></div><p></p><div><div><b>Preferred Criteria:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Professional experience as a full life-cycle recruiter.</li><li>
Candidates with high-volume recruitment and talent sourcing experience.</li><li>
Candidates with recruitment and talent sourcing experience in Federal, State, or Local Government Agencies are highly desired.</li><li>
Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (NEOGOV, Government Jobs, USA Jobs, or similar systems) or Oracle systems is highly desired.</li></ul></div><div><b><br>
Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with education and experience in the following:</b></div><ul><li>
Expertise in utilizing various sourcing methods, including job boards, social media platforms, targeted online searches, and professional networks.</li><li>
Experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle for multiple hard to fill positions.</li><li>
Proven track record of partnering with stakeholders to understand staffing needs and develop successful recruitment strategies.</li><li>
Using Human Resources Information Systems and applications.</li></ul></div><p></p>
</div><div></div><div><div><p><b>IMPORTANT INFORMATION</b></p>
<p><i>The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.</i></p>
<p><i>Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at </i><i>Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov</i><i>. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.</i></p>
<p><i>MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on </i><i>Hiring Preference</i><i>.</i></p>
<p><i>All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a &quot;Lateral Transfer&quot; candidate and may be considered for an interview.</i></p>
<p><i>This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.</i></p>
<p><i>If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.</i></p>
<p><b><i>Montgomery County Ethics Law</i></b><i>: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's &quot;Public Employees&quot; (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at </i><i>19A-12 of the County Code</i><i>. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the </i><i>Ethics Commission</i><i> website.</i></p></div></div></div>

Recruiter (Human Resources Specialist I/II, Grade N18/N22)

<div>JOB
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<b>Please note:</b> <b>The salary range above represents this position&rsquo;s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position based off 20 hours per week will be $28,851.50 ($27.74/hour) to $34,882.50 ($33.54/hour) based on the candidate&rsquo;s qualifications and experience.</b><div><br>
WHO WE ARE</div><div><br>
MCPL has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1 million diverse customers.</div><div><br>
Approximately 500 engaged and passionate staff provide services in 21 library locations and in community engagement using direct outreach and virtual assistance. MCPL is an open, inviting, and vital gateway to the information, ideas and enrichment that strengthens our county. A diverse, highly qualified staff continually assesses community needs and interests to support, encourage and inspire our customers.</div><div><br>
MCPL believes in the right of all to learn and to grow. We value intellectual freedom, accountability, quality service, diversity, fairness, professional ethics, integrity of information and respect for our customers, our community, and ourselves. We are a learning organization that functions openly by exploring new ideas and using the collective talent, knowledge, and creativity of employees at all levels.</div><div><br>
The Montgomery County Library System is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. MCPL values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. MCPL encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. As part of this commitment, MCPL provides reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position.</div><div></div><div><br>
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR</div><div><br>
If you excel in the areas of communication and customer service and want to work in a fulfilling team-oriented, innovative environment, this is the job for you!</div><p>
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive difference in the community? Are you:</p><ul><li>
Energetic, enthusiastic, hard-working and a self-motivated team player?</li><li>
A genuine person who enjoys interacting with people on the telephone and in person.</li><li>
Passionate about delivering extraordinary, memorable customer service experiences?</li><li>
A great communicator and a patient listener who takes the time to understand customer service needs.</li><li>
A practiced problem-solver using empathy and common sense in solving problems and decision making?</li><li>
Technologically savvy; possess skills and knowledge of personal computers used in a work setting, Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and Publisher), or social media</li><li>
Interested in being part of an organization that empowers staff to achieve success and assists them in improving their individual development</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
THIS RECRUITMENT WILL GENERATE A 6-MONTH ELIGIBLE LIST TO FILL CURRENT AND FUTURE VACANCIES FOR THE PART-TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT I AT ALL LOCATIONS WITHIN MCPL.<br>
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<div>Successful Candidates:</div><div>
The successful part-time (20 hours per week) Library Assistant I candidate for this position will need to be passionate about providing courteous customer service at the circulation desk and throughout the library, be highly enthusiastic about being part of the team and assisting with shelving and processing of library materials. The candidate will need to be comfortable with technology and provide basic computer assistance.<br>
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<div>Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Additional multi lingual pay may be available after successfully passing a multilingual examination.</div>
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
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Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities:</div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Energetic, enthusiastic, hard-working and a self-motivated team player.</li><li>
A genuine person who enjoys interacting with people on the telephone and in person.</li><li>
Passionate about delivering extraordinary, memorable customer service experiences.</li></ul><ul><li>
A great communicator and a patient listener who takes the time to understand customer service needs.</li><li>
A practiced problem-solver using empathy and common sense in solving problems and decision making.</li><li>
Technologically savvy; possess skills and knowledge of personal computers used in a work setting, Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Publisher), or social media.</li><li>
Interested in being part of an organization that empowers staff to achieve success and assists them to improve upon their individual development.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Hours for this position:</div><ul><li>
Library hours of operation are 7 days a week including evenings, days, and weekends. Employees are expected to be available for work during these times. Individual schedules, including evenings and weekends, will vary based on branch operational needs.</li></ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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We will use preferred criteria screening questions:</div><p>
The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas:</p><ul><li>
Experience providing direct customer service in a busy setting.</li><li>
Experience using an integrated library system.</li><li>
Experience using a computer in work environment.</li><li>
Experience learning quickly and adapting to changes and completing formal and informal training necessary to support change.</li><li>
Experience working as part of a workplace team and working cooperatively with others while maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.</li></ul></div>

Library Assistant I (Part Time), Grade 13

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Position</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>The expected starting salary for this position is $63,654.55.</b></p><div><b><br>
WHO WE ARE</b></div><div>
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) is currently accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit) Grade F1. <b>This announcement provides information for Recruit Class 61 (RC61) tentatively scheduled to begin June 2027.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
MCFRS, an Accredited Agency, is a full-spectrum life safety agency protecting about 500 square miles and over 1 million people living and working in Maryland's most populous jurisdiction. The MCFRS annually handles over 120,000 emergency calls for service and is staffed by nearly 2200 career uniformed men and women, professional civilian staff, and volunteers. Our mission is to protect lives, property, and the environment with comprehensive risk reduction programs and safe and effective emergency responses.</div><div></div><div><br>
Our hiring needs vary from year to year; however, our goal is to recruit and hire highly qualified and diverse candidates to join our organization. The hiring process is very competitive. MCFRS delivers services to our customers with impartiality and excellence, promotes the highest standards of safety and welfare, and serves with integrity and mutual respect.</div><div></div><div><br>
To learn more about MCFRS please visit: Join.MCFRS.com</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Be Doing</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Montgomery County Firefighter/Rescuers perform manual and technical work in fire suppression prevention, rescue, communications, and emergency medical services primarily on a rotating 24-on /48-off shift work schedule, which requires the highest level of sustained exertion and agility. Candidates selected for this position are considered &ldquo;Essential Employees.&rdquo; Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.</div><div></div><div><br>
Candidates selected for hire are required to serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months prior to attaining permanent status, during which time performance will be carefully evaluated.</div><div></div><div><br>
Candidates selected for hire will be required to sign an agreement stating they are tobacco-free, both on and off duty. Failure to remain tobacco-free throughout employment with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service may result in termination.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><ul><li><b>Experience:</b> None</li></ul></div><div><ul><li><b>
Education:</b> High School graduate or equivalent acceptable to the State of Maryland. Verification of a high school diploma or equivalent <b>by December 15, 2026</b><b>.</b>
</li><li><b>License: </b>Possession of a valid, non-provisional/learners driver&rsquo;s license from the candidate&rsquo;s state of residence <b>by December 15, 2026.</b></li><li><b>
Age:</b> Must be eighteen (18) years of age <b>by December 15, 2026</b><b>.</b>
</li><li><b>Citizenship:</b> Must be a citizen of the United States or Permanent Resident<b>.</b></li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
THE HIRING PROCESS</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Prior to receiving a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully complete the following steps:</div><br>
<ul><li>
Written Entrance exam</li><li>
Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)</li><li>
Background Investigation</li><li>
Oral Interview</li><li>
Medical examination with drug &amp; alcohol screening (NFPA 1582 Standard) &amp; SCBA Fit Test</li><li>
Psychological Evaluation may be required</li></ul><div>
Candidates applying for this position must use their legal name and continue to use this name throughout the hiring process.</div></div><div></div><div><br>
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements, as described above will be invited to take the written entrance exam. Throughout the entirety of the hiring process, communication will be via email. It is the candidate&rsquo;s responsibility to provide a valid personal email address at the time of application, that is not blocked by IT systems (for example a school or employer email address) and will remain valid throughout the hiring process. Candidates are strongly encouraged to regularly check all email folders (including spam) to avoid missing important information.</div><div><b><br>
ADDITIONAL HIRING INFORMATION</b></div><div>
Based upon service needs, hiring preference may be given to:</div><div><br>
<ul><li>
Candidates that have the following training / certifications at the time of application:</li></ul><ul><li>
Firefighter I</li><li>
Firefighter II</li><li>
Hazardous Materials Operations</li><li>
EMT-B or Paramedic (Maryland or National Registry)</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
All certifications will be verified.</div><div></div><div><br>
All certifications must be MFRI, Pro Board or IFSAC. Credentials from agencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis, however, approval is not guaranteed.</div><div></div><div><br>
Candidates selected for hire based on their ALS certification, will be required to sign an agreement requiring them to obtain Montgomery County, Maryland ALS certification within (1) one year and maintain their ALS Certification for (7) seven years. Candidates with ALS Certification will receive a pay differential, in addition to their base salary, after obtaining their Montgomery County, Maryland ALS Certification.</div><div><br>
2) Candidates that have the following at the time of application (all will be verified):</div><ul><li>
Veteran</li><li>
Veteran with a Disability</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
Associate degree or 30 or more college credits from an accredited college or university</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Residency in Montgomery County (for at least 6 months before the time of application)</li><li>
Basic multilingual skills (oral communication) in one of the following languages:</li></ul><div>
American Sign Language &ndash; Amharic &ndash; Chinese &ndash; French &ndash; Korean &ndash; Spanish - Vietnamese</div><div><br>
3) Successful completion of the Montgomery County Fire &amp; Rescue High School Cadet Program</div></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
</b></h2></div><p></p><div><div>There are no preferred criteria for this position.</div></div><p></p>
</div><div></div><div><div><p><b>IMPORTANT INFORMATION</b></p>
<p><i>The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.</i></p>
<p><i>Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at </i><i>Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov</i><i>. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.</i></p>
<p><i>MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on </i><i>Hiring Preference</i><i>.</i></p>
<p><i>All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a &quot;Lateral Transfer&quot; candidate and may be considered for an interview.</i></p>
<p><i>This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.</i></p>
<p><i>If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.</i></p>
<p><b><i>Montgomery County Ethics Law</i></b><i>: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's &quot;Public Employees&quot; (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at </i><i>19A-12 of the County Code</i><i>. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the </i><i>Ethics Commission</i><i> website.</i></p></div></div></div>

Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit) Grade F1

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Position</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Please note</b><b>: The salary range above represents this position&rsquo;s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $87,235 - $134,965, based on the candidate&rsquo;s qualifications and experience.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
WHO WE ARE</b></div><div>
Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.</div><div><br>
The Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for delivery of the County&rsquo;s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community&rsquo;s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR</b></div><div>
Child Welfare Services is committed to the safety, well-being, and permanency of children in Montgomery County. The agency works in collaboration with families and community partners to build, strengthen, and support stable family life. Child Welfare Services is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic, caring, knowledgeable, and experienced individual to provide clinical supervision and oversight to 7 clinically licensed social workers and case workers who provide out-of-home services (foster care and kinship care) to children and youth throughout the developmental spectrum from 0-21 years old.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Be Doing</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>The Child Welfare Services Division of the Social Services Office is currently recruiting for an experienced and caring individual to provide clinical supervision and oversight for 7 licensed Social Workers/Child Welfare Caseworkers who provide Out-of-Home Services (Kinship and Foster Care) to children and youth throughout the developmental spectrum from ages 0-21. All the children served by this unit have been removed from their parents and are in an out-of-home placement because of an abuse and/or neglect allegation. This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activity of social workers as it pertains to risk, safety, well-being, and permanency. This position is expected to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across the region to identify and develop resources and appropriate services to achieve permanency for the children overseen by the unit. The selected candidate will also provide oversight to Kinship cases.</div><div></div><div><br>
The selected candidate will also be a representative at various state and local meetings pertaining to issues of youth in foster care and appropriate service planning to support in the achievement of permanency. The selected individual will advocate for services; train staff and the community regarding service needs and available resources; represent the Department at court proceedings, as necessary; and review and evaluate program trends, data, and outcomes as well as service quality. This individual will be responsible for staff development, hiring, evaluation, and training. The selected individual will monitor unit compliance with Federal and State mandates, as relates to the foster care out-of-home population.</div><div></div><div><br>
Although the normal hours of operation for CWS are from 8:30 a.m. &ndash; 5 p.m., the Supervisor must be available to staff providing direct services to children/families who may be required/expected to work earlier or later (for example, home visits, an emergency removal, extended court hearings, etc.) Employees will need to potentially transport children and their belongings to and from locations within the State of Maryland. Candidates may need to carry car seats and children along with supplies.<br>
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<div>The selected candidate will be required to successfully compete a pre-employment medical exam, drug screening and background check to include a criminal history records check through the Maryland State Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. Candidates will also be checked through the Maryland Registry for Child Abuse and Neglect and federal and state sex offender registries. Any applicant who fails the medical exam, drug screening, background check or whose name appears on either of the registries may be disqualified from employment for this position.</div></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Education:</b> Possession of a master&rsquo;s degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited college or university that meets the criteria of a graduate social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.</div><div><b>
Experience: </b>Four (4) years of full-time experience performing advanced journey-level social work case management duties (see Note below) in a public sector, health, mental health, social services, housing, or community-based services-related program of which (1) year was in a supervisory or lead capacity supervising, training, or orienting lower-level social workers, students, interns, or other staff.</div><div><b>
Equivalency: </b>See requirements of the Maryland Board of Social Worker Examiners and the Code of Maryland (COMAR); see especially 10.42.01 (Regulations Governing Licensure); 10.42.06 (Continuing Education);and10.42.08 (Supervision). The Montgomery County Office of Human Resources must follow COMAR in providing qualifications credit and accepting substitutions or equivalents. See Chapter 8 (Supervision), Subtitle 42 of Title 10. See COMAR 10.42-08.04 for positions in this class that involve clinical supervision of LMSWs and LCSWs seeking advanced licensure.</div><div><b>
Note:</b> Qualifying social work case management includes direct case work management, such as: assessment and evaluation; conducting investigations of abuse and neglect; preparing court reports; responsibility for a long term caseload, monitoring compliance through home calls and other personal contact; collaboration with other agencies and linking clients to resources and programs; development of a case plan and modification of case plans as needed/required; and authority to impose sanctions or implement actions that impact services. Education, experience or training must indicate the ability to perform successfully as a first level supervisor such as the ability to plan/assign/review work, deploy personnel, monitor work operations, obtain effective results and perform a full array of supervisory HR management and EEO functions.</div><div><b>
License:</b></div><div><b>
At application possession and maintenance at all times:</b></div><ul><li>A license as a Licensed Certified Social Worker &ndash; Clinical &ndash; LCSW-C by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners prior to appointment for a supervisory position that involves clinical supervision</li><li>Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid driver&rsquo;s license from the applicant&rsquo;s state of residence.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
</b></h2></div><div><p><b>Preference for interview will be given you qualified candidates with experience in the following areas:</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
Experience in, and knowledge of, State and Federal regulations governing Child Welfare Service Programs.</li><li>
Experience and knowledge of resources and services for children in Out-of-Home services including foster care and kinship. Knowledge and expertise in the permanency planning hierarchy.</li><li>
Experience providing clinical supervision and oversight to licensed social workers who provide services to children in foster care using family-cantered practice models focusing on permanence for children.</li><li>
Experience in, and knowledge of, the family court process in Child In Need of Assistance (CINA) matters and experience working with culturally diverse populations.</li><li>
Experience reviewing and evaluating program trends, data, outcomes, and service quality.</li></ul></div><p></p>
</div><div></div><div><div><p><b>IMPORTANT INFORMATION</b></p>
<p><i>The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.</i></p>
<p><i>Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at </i><i>Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov</i><i>. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.</i></p>
<p><i>MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on </i><i>Hiring Preference</i><i>.</i></p>
<p><i>All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a &quot;Lateral Transfer&quot; candidate and may be considered for an interview.</i></p>
<p><i>This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.</i></p>
<p><i>If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.</i></p>
<p><b><i>Montgomery County Ethics Law</i></b><i>: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's &quot;Public Employees&quot; (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at </i><i>19A-12 of the County Code</i><i>. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the </i><i>Ethics Commission</i><i> website.</i></p></div></div></div>

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