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Deputy Director, Maryland Public Employee Relations Board

State of Maryland
2 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Anne Arundel, Maryland, United States
$97,972 - $107,687 USD yearly
HR Professional

Introduction

Per the Maryland Public Employee Relations Act (PERA), at MD Code Annotated, State Government §22-305(a) – (b), the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB) is seeking a Deputy Director with knowledge of and experience with labor issues.

The Deputy Director investigates Unfair Labor Practices filed with the Board and reports those results to the Board. The Deputy Director may also present some cases at unfair labor practice hearings. 

To apply, please submit resumes/references and two writing samples (i.e. court briefing, memo in support of a position – may redact names/identifying information) to Erica L. Snipes, PERB Executive Director at erica.snipes@maryland.gov by April 30, 2026 at 11:59PM, ET. The subject line should read: (YOUR NAME – Deputy Director).  

Ms. Snipes may be reached by phone at (410) 260-7291, if there are questions about the Deputy Director position or the interview process.

GRADE

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LOCATION OF POSITION

Annapolis, Maryland

POSITION DUTIES

The Public Employees Relation Board is seeking a Deputy Director with knowledge of and experience with labor issues. Per Maryland Public Employee Relations Act (PERA), at MD Code Annotated, State Government §22-305(a) – (b), the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB, the Board) shall appoint up to three deputy directors who are responsible to and serve at the pleasure of the Board, must have knowledge of and experience with labor issues, must be attorneys and must be licensed by the State of Maryland at time of hiring, or within one year of hiring. PERB has jurisdiction over employers in /employees of/unions representing employees of the following: state employers, state higher education employers, state public school employers, and community college employers (MD Code Annotated, State Personnel & Pensions Article § 3- 102).

Generally, the Deputy Director investigates Unfair Labor Practices filed with the Board and report those results to the Board. The Deputy Director may also present some cases at unfair labor practice hearings. 

Specific Responsibilities (per PERA at §22-305(B)): 
  • Deputy Director is responsible to serve at the direction of the Board.
  • Deputy Director shall investigate Unfair Labor Practice charges and present the results of their investigation to the Board—which investigation the Board shall rely upon for a determination of probable cause to issue a complaint against the charged party.
  • After the filing of a charge, and continuing even if the Board issues a complaint, PERA §22-307(C)&(D), requires the Deputy Director, along with the Board, to seek informal resolution of charges or complaints.
  • If the charged Unfair Labor Practice concerns a party’s conduct in collective bargaining that allegedly impacted such bargaining, the appropriate Deputy Director shall determine whether there is probable cause for the Board to issue a complaint.
  • Other specific directions/duties per the Board’s indication, with the parameters of PERA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Maryland or become licensed to practice law in Maryland within a year of their hiring date. 

  • The Deputy Director should be self-starting, self-motivated, and possess the knowledge and experience the statute requires. 
  • They must be prepared for direction and critique from the Board about the investigative materials/results they provide to the Board.  
  • The individual should have knowledge of what constitutes “probable cause” regarding unfair labor practice charges, including those alleging conduct in bargaining that impacts bargaining, so they may present an appropriate determination for the Board in such matters.  
  • Writing and analysis ability must be as expected of a licensed Attorney. 

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your resume. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, please submit resumes/references and two writing samples (i.e. court briefing, memo in support of a position – may redact names/identifying information) to Erica L. Snipes, PERB Executive Director at erica.snipes@maryland.gov by April 30, 2026 at 11:59PM, ET. The subject line should read: (YOUR NAME – Deputy Director).  

Ms. Snipes may be reached by phone at (410) 260-7291, if there are questions about the Deputy Director position or the interview process. 

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