Location: Augusta,Maine,United States
Department of Labpor - Bureau of Unemployment Compensation
Job Class Code: 0749
Grade: 28 (Supervisory)
Salary: $63,689 - 90,438 (Annually)
Location: Augusta
Opening Date: November 8, 2024
Closing Date: November 26, 2024
Are you ready to lead and inspire? Join our dynamic team as a Regional Unemployment Compensation Manager! This exciting role offers the chance to shape policy, drive innovation, and make a real difference in people's lives. You'll oversee operations, collaborate with top-level management, and spearhead state-wide initiatives. If you're passionate about public service, have a knack for problem-solving, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be your next career-defining opportunity. Help us build a stronger workforce and community!
Primary responsibilities include:
- Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and quality outcomes.
- Develop project plans, set milestones, and track progress using project management tools and methodologies.
- Allocate resources effectively across various projects and initiatives to optimize performance and results.
- Oversee and evaluate office operations, implementing changes to ensure compliance with policies and achievement of goals.
- Guide local office managers in interpreting and implementing laws, rules, and policies.
- Analyze laws and regulations, recommending policy changes to senior management.
- Evaluate and improve state-wide programs and systems.
- Collaborate with Division management on state-wide initiatives and operational changes.
- Develop procedural manuals and informational resources for local offices.
- Ensure compliance with HR laws, policies, and practices, including AA/EEO and security protocols.
Skills or knowledge required:
- Extensive knowledge of unemployment security programs, labor laws, and civil service regulations
- Strong leadership and management skills, including ability to supervise, train, and motivate staff
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in program development, implementation, and evaluation
- Skill in coordinating multiple office operations and initiatives
- Ability to interpret and apply complex laws and regulations
- Proficiency in relevant computer programs and systems
- Project management expertise, including planning, resource allocation, and progress tracking
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Minimum qualifications:
A Bachelors Degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics or related field -and- six years experience in management and/or investigation/adjudication/personnel administration which includes a minimum of four (4) years experience in unemployment compensation work and two (2) years of responsible supervisory or managerial experience. Directly related experience may be substituted for the education requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Preference will be given to those applicants:
- Strong communication skills: Ability to effectively convey ideas, expectations, and feedback to team members and vendors.
- Proven leadership experience: Track record of successfully leading and motivating teams to achieve project goals.
- Strategic thinking: Capacity to develop and implement long-term strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Problem-solving abilities: Skill in identifying issues, analyzing options, and implementing effective solutions.
- Stakeholder management: Experience in managing relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders, including clients, team members, and upper management.
- Results-oriented mindset: Focus on achieving measurable outcomes and meeting project deliverables.
- Emotionally aware: Understands and manages emotions to create a positive work environment.
- Eager to learn: Committed to growing professionally and staying up-to-date with leadership best practices.
Contact information:
Questions about this position should be directed to Sara Watson at (207) 816-2954 or Sara.Watson@Maine.gov
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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