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Salary: $65,465.00 - $115,941.00 Annually
Location : Riverdale, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 15140
Department: Human Resources and Mgt
Division: Class and Comp
Opening Date: 06/25/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is a six-time Gold Medal winner recognized nationally for its parks and recreation programs whose mission is to manage physical growth and plan communities, protect and steward natural, cultural, and historic resources, and provide leisure and recreational experiences. The organization serves citizens within Montgomery and Prince George's counties and employs over 5000 full time, part-time, and seasonal employees. We are an innovative employer who is committed to responding to the needs of the organization and the energetic and dynamic community that we represent.
The organization is seeking a skilled Classification and Compensation Specialist to work in the Human Resources and Management headquarters located in Riverdale, Maryland. The position will be responsible for the Agency's Apprenticeship, School-to-Work (Youth) Apprenticeship and Internship Programs. We are looking to increase these opportunities across the Agency and are looking for a talented and organized individual who can successfully develop and support the changing needs of these programs. The individual will work closely with other analysts who support the Agency as part of the Classification and Compensation Team.
Examples of Important Duties

• Coordinates the traditional Apprenticeship Program, School-to-work Apprenticeship Program, and Internship Program meeting the goals and objectives of each of these programs.
• Works closely with departments identifying and understanding their needs in these areas. Collaborate to ensure current programs success and expansion as appropriate.
• Works closely with external businesses, advisories and organizations related to registered apprenticeship programs to coordinate courses and develop partnerships opportunities to meet program area goals and objectives.
• Maintains relationships with partners, professional, governmental, educational, and business organizations, and relevant community groups, and local and federal government or oversight agencies to establish liaisons and networks to facilitate program development and implementation.
• Collects and maintains data on participants such as on-the-job training, classroom training, grades, academic standing, attendance, and participation.
• Markets each program including developing information and materials and delivering to potential apprentices, interns, and management.
• Investigates and analyzes new avenues for future program opportunities including non-trades related instruction, expansion of current trades-related instruction, and other opportunities.
• Supports other classification and compensation programs and projects as required.
• Learns the human resource information system including developing and running reports.
• Participates in corporate compensation studies and assists in developing implementation strategies, rules and regulations.
• Provides analytical support to management during union negotiations;
• Reviews compensation programs to ensure compliance with rules and regulations, competitiveness and proper administration; and,
• Interacts with clients on a daily basis.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have knowledge of Apprenticeship and Internship Programs, classification and compensation principles and practices and its applications and relationships to other Human Resource programs.
• Be a team player who is motivated and a self-starter with good analytical, collaborative, written and oral presentation skills.
• Possess ability to compile and analyze data and present logical conclusions.
• Possess a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and HRIS.
• Possess ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others encountered in the work.

Salary Range: $65,465 - $90,704 - $115,941
The Commission offers excellent benefits (medical with options, and low co-pays; dental; prescription; life insurance; disability), competitive salaries and a defined-benefit pension plan. Visit www.mncppc.org/jobs/ for additional information and to apply on-line.
We strive to reflect the communities we serve and employ individuals who are passionate about their work. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, or ideology. The more diversity on our team, the more unique perspectives we can share.
Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or any related field.
2. Two (2) years of experience performing HR work in the assigned program(s).
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which total six (6) years.
4. Certifications in the area of expertise are desired (i.e., Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Professional in Talent Development (ATD), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS).
5. Valid driver's license in accordance with both state and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.

Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Corporate Human Resources Specialist II
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.

PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• 457 (b) Plan (Optional) (Pre-tax and Roth)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
• Retiree Healthcare - Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M-NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of service

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.*

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) - (15%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
• Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)
• Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)
• Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
  • Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,300
• Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $7,500

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birth, adoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

Leave Programs

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work-Life Program

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at or 301-454-1694.
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Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in human resources or related field? If so, what is your degree and in what area?
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Do you have at least 2 years of experience in the field of Human Resources, Apprenticeship Programs, Internship Programs, and/or Classification and Compensation? If yes, then which field(s)?
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Do you have an HR certification? If yes, then what is your certification?
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What has been your role in either internship programs or apprenticeship programs in the past? Provide details of the program(s), your role, and the number of people involved in the program?
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What makes an internship program or apprenticeship program successful? What are statistics that you would measure?
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What is your experience in data analytics and project management?
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What HR systems are you competent in working with?
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