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MD20260034 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Maryland • Carroll
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Department of Human Services
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: md_maryland-department-of-human-services__small-procurement-solicitation-executive-search-services
Department • Maryland Department of Human ServicesState • MDPosted • —Due • No due date postedBid range • $1,695,914 - $2,009,973
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Maryland Department of Human Services. Place of performance: MD.
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- md_maryland-department-of-human-services__small-procurement-solicitation-executive-search-services
- Performance
- MD
- Response
- No due date posted
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MD
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Maryland Department of Human Services
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Description
PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR IV
Director of Social Services, Baltimore City
Recruitment #19-005485-0002
Department
DHS - Baltimore City DSS
Date Opened
3/13/2019 10:45:00 AM
Filing Deadline
4/12/2019 11:59:00 PM
Salary
$85,941.00 -
$138,132.00/year*
Employment
Type
Full-Time
Work Location
Baltimore City
Introduction
This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
*The State's salary range is $85,941 - $138.132. Baltimore City Government may provide a
salary supplement commensurate with experience. The supplement is in addition to the State
Salary.
GRADE
26
LOCATION OF POSITION
Department of Human Services
Baltimore City Department of Social Services
1910 North Broadway Street
Baltimore MD 21213
Main Purpose of Job
The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), in cooperation with the Baltimore City Mayor’s
Office, seeks an accomplished administrator to lead all program activities of the Baltimore City
Department of Social Services (DSS). Ideal candidate will have successfully implemented a change
management process, have human capital management experience with fundamental business
practice, and will lead the Baltimore City DSS programs – Adult, Family and Children’s Services,
Financial and Nutrition Assistance Programs. The Baltimore City DSS’s Administration Building is
located in East Baltimore and has a staff of approximately 1,700 with an operating budget in excess of
$693 million.
Home to world-renowned research institutions and the historic seaport the Inner Harbor, Baltimore is an
urban city with a population of approximately 620,000 and a median household income of $42,241.
Baltimore City is within driving distance to several major metropolitan areas including Washington,
D.C., Virginia Beach, VA, Philadelphia, PA and New York City.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Social Work or related fields, such as Business
Administration, Public Administration, Human Services Administration, Health, Education, Psychology,
Sociology, and other Human Service related degrees with at least five years of professional
employment in social services administration or supervision.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desired qualifications include, but are not limited to:
●
Leadership of multi-site operations in an urban area
●
Executive management experience (prefer 10 years) with fiscal and human resource
management
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Experience leading change management processes
●
Human Capital Development – engage staff, grow leaders, and maintain community
relationships
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Managerial experience with program planning, evaluation and implementation
●
Expert ability to acquire new funding from non-traditional sources
●
Effective communication skills
BENEFITS
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$1,695,914 - $2,009,973
Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.
Floor
$1,695,914
Target
$1,794,619
Premium
$2,009,973
Labor
$896,175
Direct
$83,118
Burden
$601,327
Fee + reserve
$211,504
Target $1,794,619Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions20 modeled rows
This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$3,515,334,796
Sector total $3,515,334,796 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,216–$3,347,126
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($3,515,334,796)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
Files
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 17, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The Maryland Department of Human Services is seeking to fill the position of Program Manager Senior IV, Director of Social Services in Baltimore City, with a closing date for applications on April 12, 2019. The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or related fields along with a minimum of five years of experience in social services administration. The annual salary for this full-time role ranges from $85,941 to $138,132, which may include a supplemental salary from Baltimore City depending on experience.
executive search servicessocial services administrationBaltimore Citychange managementhuman capital development
What the buyer is trying to do
The Maryland Department of Human Services aims to recruit a qualified candidate to manage and lead the Baltimore City Department of Social Services, which serves a diverse urban population and manages various essential programs.
Who should pursue this
- Firms with expertise in executive search services
- Consultants experienced in social services leadership placements
- Organizations with a successful track record in change management processes
Work breakdown
- Recruitment strategy development
- Candidate screening and selection process
- Interview coordination
- Offer negotiation and acceptance
- Onboarding process facilitation
Response package checklist
- Proof of experience in social services administration
- Details on recruitment methodology
- Outline of proposed timeline for search process
- References from past clients in similar positions
- Pricing proposal following state guidelines
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure adherence to Maryland state hiring regulations
- Compliance with local laws regarding candidate recruitment
Pricing strategy
- Consider the State's salary range as a baseline for pricing
- Include potential supplemental salary offerings based on experience
Teaming and subs
- Partner with local staffing agencies specializing in social services
- Engage firms with a strong presence in Baltimore for local insights
Risks and watchouts
- Potential delays in the recruitment timeline due to a competitive job market
- Difficulty in attracting qualified candidates with required experience
- Changes in budgetary constraints affecting salary offerings
Smart questions to ask
- What specific challenges does the current administration face in staffing this position?
- What metrics will define success for the candidate in their first year?
- Are there any existing internal candidates being considered for this role?
Source coverage notes
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- Clarification on the total budget allocated for recruitment services
- Specific details on the evaluation criteria for candidates
- Updated information on any changes to the agency's organizational structure since the posting date
- Insight into the expected onboarding timeline
- Confirmation of any required certifications for the position
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