DIRECTOR - GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS (DESIGNATED ADMIN MGR SENIOR I) (Office of Government Affairs)

Introduction

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OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS

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This is a Management Service position. The incumbent will serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

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GRADE

23

LOCATION OF POSITION

Annapolis, MD

POSITION DUTIES

The Office of the Comptroller of Maryland is seeking an experienced, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as the Director of Government Affairs. The Director of Government Affairs serves as the lead for all government affairs activities within the Office of the Comptroller and is responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing strategies that advance the agencyâs legislative and policy priorities at the state, local, and federal levels. The role oversees the departmentâs strategic state and intergovernmental operations and ensures alignment between internal policy objectives and external governmental engagement.

The Director plays a critical role in shaping organizational culture, strengthening accountability, and establishing clear systems for planning, coordination, and follow-through. The position supervises four direct reports and works closely with the Chief of Staff and the Comptroller to set strategic legislative priorities, operational expectations, and agency-wide policy direction.

The Director of Government Affairs also leads the Government Affairs Team in developing and implementing strategies to advance the Comptrollerâs legislative and policy agenda. This includes coordinating state and intergovernmental operations, supporting legislative efforts, and ensuring seamless communication with lawmakers, legislative staff, government agencies, and key external partners.

The Director will work on a wide range of projects, initiatives, and crossâdepartmental efforts that require adaptability, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities. A successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates a deep understanding of government processes, and brings strong communication and relationshipâbuilding skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelorâs degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Public Administration or Policy, Economics, Government, Business Administration, or related field

Experience:Â

• Six years of recent professional experience in policy analysis, economic development, legislation, or businessÂ
• Three years of legislative and/or policy affairs experience
• Two years of total experience must also include the supervision of employees, and/or overseeing and coordinating operations of a unit.

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• Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.Â
• Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience.Â
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher-ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

For education obtained outside of the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. If you possess a degree obtained outside of the United States, please submit a detailed, course-by-course evaluation report from one of the U.S. equivalence evaluating members identified at http://www.naces.org/members.html.Â

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Please indicate clearly any position-specific experience and ensure all education and experience sections are complete. Approval of your application will be based on a review of the information you submit. All qualified applicants are placed on an unranked list of candidates and will remain active on this list for at least one year. Incomplete information may result in the disqualification of your application.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Upon appointment (new hires and/or transfers) must successfully undergo fingerprinting and determination of legal authorization to work in the United States. Disqualifying charges may include any felony; any crime of moral turpitude, e.g. embezzlement, fraud, tax evasion or bribery; any crime of identity theft or impersonation; any crime of assault or battery; and any crime relating to the use or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance other than marijuana, regardless of the age of the offense or the specifications of the position.

Due to the nature of the agency''s business, candidates must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for employment.Â

• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you choose email as the option to submit your application/required additional information, you must include the following information on at least one the pages you submit.

• First and Last Name
• Recruitment Number (located at the top of the bulletin)
• The last four digits of your SS#

If you have questions or concerns regarding this recruitment, please email mharrell@marylandtaxes.gov at Comptroller of MD, Office of Human Resources.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the Stateâs diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

If you need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADA), 2008, please contact the ADA Coordinator via FairPractices@marylandtaxes.gov or by calling 410-262-2777.