Human Services Specialist II - Community Resources and Services, Office of Community Partnerships

Howard County:

Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2025, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the highest number of annual NACo awards achieved in the history of the State of Maryland, and the highest number of awards out of any county in the State of Maryland which received a collective 136 awards.

NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

The Opioid & Cannabis Grants Manager works under the supervision of the Opioid & Cannabis Program Manager to support grantmaking and funding activities. This position contributes to funding opportunity notices, develops grant agreements and other grant-related documents, monitors and provides technical assistance to grantees, and engages with community members and partners to support two advisory boards. Responsibilities include supporting grants administration functions for multiple grant areas, grantees, and applicants throughout the grant life cycle—including pre-award, award, and post-award grants management process, performance monitoring, financial tracking, technical assistance, and year-end close-out.

$33.61 - $37.88

$69,913 - $78,784

* This is the anticipated starting salary range for this position. Please note that the final salary will be determined by the Office of Human Resources, commensurate with experience and aligned to ensure internal equity with similarly situated roles.*

Performs intermediate professional level human services work, which may include supervisory responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes administering human service programs or providing specialized health and human services targeted to a special population; assists in formulating policies and developing goals and objectives; and providing a full range of counseling and referral services. Work may also include identifying and investigating complaints of unfair and deceptive practices and violations of local and State laws;

and administering criminal justice and alternative sentencing programs.

* This is a Classified position, meaning that it is a part of the Howard County Classified Service upon completion of a probationary period of at least six (6) months*

• Makes recommendations and supports the Opioid & Cannabis Program Manager in developing, executing, and evaluating a strategic grant management plan.
• Helps develop and maintain public-facing materials and reports to support transparency.
• Conducts and compiles research as needed.
• Provides support and thought leadership for the Opioid Restitution Fund Commission and Adult Use Cannabis Advisory Panel, including strategic direction, meeting content, and facilitation.

• Contributes to and disseminates funding…