Administrative Aide

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non‑profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process.

Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service... Consider joining our team!

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Annapolis State Office Complex
29 Saint Johns Street
Annapolis MD 21401

The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to the Division Commander of the Field Operations Bureau of the Maryland Capitol Police, as well as to all members of that Bureau. The individual in this role supports the agency's mission by facilitating and documenting departmental activities and ensuring effective communication both within the agency and with external stakeholders.

• Education:
  
  Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience:
  
  Four years performing secretarial work or clerical work involving typing duties.
  Notes:
• Additional secretarial or clerical experience may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for the required education.
• Thirty credit hours with a major in secretarial science or office technology from an accredited college may be substituted at the rate of thirty credits for one year of experience for up to two years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non‑commissioned officer in Administration classifications or Administrative, Clerical, or Office Services specialty codes in the Administrative Support field of work on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experience.

• Experience establishing, revising, and implementing office procedures.
• Experience managing telephone calls, welcoming visitors, and coordinating appointments and interviews.
• Experience maintaining the confidentiality of records and reports.

Demonstrate the ability to accurately type on a keyboard on a personal computer at a minimum of forty words per minute may be required, depending on the specific requirements of the position.

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

• Tuition reimbursement, if funding is available, for those who qualify
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out‑of‑pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.