State of Maryland · 6 hours ago
Deputy Director of Special Projects Unit ***REPOST*** PROGRAM MANAGER III
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expThe State of Maryland is seeking a Deputy Director of Special Projects Unit for the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS). This managerial position is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and execution of agency policies and programs, as well as providing administrative oversight to ensure fiduciary obligations are met.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Oversees Agency special projects/programs requiring the establishment of goals, standards, and controls, and the management of professional, paraprofessional, technical, and/or clerical staff
Ongoing special projects/programs include: the Deferred Retirement Option Programs (D.R.O.P.) for State Police and Law Enforcement Officers Pension System, including assisting with the programming of the Agency’s application
The disability claim process
Annual Earnings Limitation Audit
Direct Deposits
Development and maintenance of the Agency’s calculation manual
Development and maintenance of Agency procedures
Development and maintenance of a Benefits Administration Staff Training Program
Overseas Audit
Over 95/100 Audit
Power of Attorney Review
Monthly Death matches, both local and national
Research for deferred vested members as well as members with abandoned property records and suspended accounts
Manage members that are Immediately Vested, based on the Annotated Code
Monthly Active/Retired Match
Special Legislation Title 37 Transfers
Monthly Audit of retirement accounts over a specific threshold
Oversees the disability claim process which includes implementation of processes and procedures for the intake and processing of claims including having contact with Medical Board doctors and physicians that participate in Independent Medical Evaluations (“IME”)
In addition is the liaison between the disability unit and the legal department to process claims efficiently and timely in compliance with the Annotated Code of Maryland and the Code of Maryland Regulations
Works with directors and supervisors to oversee the development and training of staff with regard to general technical expertise, specific enacted legislative programs, statutory changes, and established procedures across a broad range of administrative processes
Participates in the establishment, implementation, and revision of administrative policies and procedures regarding matters affecting the Administrative Division
Designs, develops, modifies and/or utilizes spreadsheets to assist in auditing and calculating payment amounts to facilitate plan administration for activities such as the Actuary’s IRC Section 415 benefit limit calculations, Section 401(a)17 compensation limits, tracking of statistical data, plan benefit calculations, etc
Coordinates the proper handling of complicated and/or sensitive cases brought to the attention of the Retirement Administrator by trustees, legislators, employers, and the Governor’s staff
Provides direction to staff in resolving problems that require sensitivity and confidentiality
Formulates and implements procedures and policies for handling such complex sensitive cases
Qualification
Required
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or University
At least five (5) years of professional work experience, at least three (3) years of experience leading or supervising staff
Preferred
At least 1 year of experience in the medical and/or legal fields evaluating workers' compensation, personal injury claims, insurance, or medical malpractice claims
At least 2 years of experience using Microsoft Office products to include Outlook, Word, and Excel
Experience working independently, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a high attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills working with internal and external stakeholders
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision plans offered at a low cost
Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least thirteen (13) holidays per year.
Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
Positions may be eligible for telework.
Company
State of Maryland
Maryland is on the path to becoming the best state in the nation.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Piercy
Senior Advisor for Program Innovation to the Chief Technology Officer State of Maryland, MDTHINK
Michele Thomas
Chief Technology Officer, State of Maryland
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