Administrative Specialist Ii

Introduction

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Department of State Police
Rockville Barrack
7915 Montrose Road
Rockville, MD 20854

Administrative Specialist II is the intermediate level of administrative work requiring regular use of independent judgement and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies. Employees in this class do not supervise other Administrative Specialists.

Employees in this classification receive moderate supervision from a higher-level administrator. The Administrative Specialist II performs the full range of duties and responsibilities under general supervision.

• Obtains, analyzes and interprets data in order to apply rules, regulations, and standards in accordance with laws.
• Assists in the administration of an assigned program and in the preparation of final reports and suggested recommendations for the improvement of the agency or its programs.
• Consults with program heads and administrative officials regarding policies, trends, and interpretation of data and program needs.
• Researches and compiles data as directed.
• Prepares statistical tables, charts and reports, workflow charts, staffing patterns, and organizational charts.
• Assists in planning and implementing new or revised programs, procedures, practices, and organizations.
• Performs other related duties.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.

Notes:

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.

In accordance with Section 2‑204(b)(6) of the Public Safety Article, candidates for this position will be subject to an initial drug screening and a complete criminal background investigation before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the candidate.

Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is essential that you provide…