1/6/2023 4:30 PM Eastern

Pay Schedule I, Grade 25, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Aging.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, directs the operation of a community senior center; acts as the assistant director of a regional senior center, or is responsible for a small specialized County-wide program for seniors.

• Plans, implements, promotes and coordinates programs and services for older adults.
• Provides training to older adults about technology.
• Assures the safe operation, necessary maintenance, and security of senior center equipment and buildings.
• Leads, recruits, supervises and trains support staff and volunteers.
• Recruits program instructors.
• Prepares payroll for instructors and staff.
• Prepares schedules of activities.
• Assesses the needs of senior center members and the community at large.
• Evaluates senior center programs and services in response to identified needs and available resources.
• Tracks expenditures and activities for budgetary purposes.
• Purchases materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Prepares reports and correspondence regarding senior center activities.
• Publicizes senior center and other Department sponsored events through newsletters, e-newsletters, flyers, press releases and other means.
• Assists senior center council in developing and conducting special events, activities, and community projects.
• Develops funding or community support for center programs.
• Keeps records of program activities and expenditures for budgetary purposes and prepares reports and correspondence regarding program activities.

Examples of Other Duties

• Leads or conducts senior center programs or activities.
• Interviews or counsels senior center or community members regarding personal needs and available resources for seniors.
• Responds to emergency situations at Senior Centers.
• Assists sick or injured senior adults until emergency medical personnel arrive at the scene.
• In the absence of the custodian, may set up tables, lift boxes, and deliver supplies.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in gerontology, recreation, education, health, business administration, public administration, marketing, public relations, nursing specialty, accounting, or a social or behavioral science.

(Experience providing services to older adults may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.)

Preferred Experience

Experience creating partnerships in the community to provide programs and/or training to older adults.

Experience recruiting and managing volunteers to work with older adults.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of planning, conducting and evaluating programming, services, and activities for older adults.
Ability to provide and develop programming, services, and activities for older adults.
Ability to assess the needs of older adults and their communities.
Ability to work effectively with older adults.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the operations of a senior center.
Ability to recruit, train, and supervise center support staff and volunteers.
Ability to learn County and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Assistant Center Director
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21286

You MUST attach proof of licenses, certifications and education to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

New employees are strongly encouraged to get COVID-19 vaccination.

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System, with very limited exceptions

Persons appointed to this classification must satisfactorily complete County sponsored CPR and First Aid training. These positions must maintain certification throughout employment.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification entails frequent walking, standing, and other limited physical activity including travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Full-time civilian employees must join the Employment Retirement System (ERS) within sixty days of hire as a condition of employment. Part-time civilian employees can waive enrollment for up to sixty days, then may join or waive permanently. Newly hired employees at least 55 years of age may opt not to join the ERS.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.