Deputy Director, Title VI and Title VII Programs (Administrator VI)
Maryland Aviation Administration, Baltimore, MD, United States
Executive Service
Executive Service (This position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.) The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) owns, operates, and maintains eight major toll facilities comprising four bridges, two tunnels, and two turnpikes across the State of Maryland. For 50 years MDTA has provided Maryland’s citizens and visitors with safe, secure, and convenient transportation facilities. We are committed to quality and excellence in customer service and rely on our organization’s values, traditions, and—most importantly—our employees to achieve these goals.
Nature of Work MDTA is seeking a dynamic, results‑driven leader for the position of Deputy Director of Title VI and Title VII Programs for the Division of Civil Rights and Fair Practices (CRFP). The Deputy Director will provide managerial oversight, supervision, and guidance to staff in completing reports and program activities that ensure compliance with federal and state statutes, regulations, and MDOT policies.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and execute divisional objectives, strategies, and programs in support of the Agency’s Strategic Plan goals and objectives.
Oversee the EEO/Title VII and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) programs to ensure equitable treatment of all MDTA employees.
Represent MDTA before federal, state, and local officials, legislative committees, senior managers, and executives of other agencies as appropriate.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports outlining the Agency’s achievement of socioeconomic program goals.
Develop business outreach activities that provide informational, educational, and networking opportunities for small and minority business owners.
Develop fair‑practice‑related policies and procedures for dissemination to all MDTA contractors, subcontractors, and consultants.
Report on the achievement of program goals, activities, and accomplishments at meetings and presentations to MDTA’s Executive Office and Board.
The selected candidate will report directly to the Director of CRFP. The position is located in Baltimore, Maryland. Hybrid telework schedules may be available.
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high‑school equivalency certificate.
Certification as a Certified Compliance Administrator (CCA) or Master Compliance Administrator (MCA) is preferred.
Six years of experience in administrative or professional work, including three years of demonstrated experience in fair‑practice program management.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong transformational leadership, effective collaboration, the ability to build trust across an organization, and the experience and skills to inspire, motivate, and communicate with CRFP staff and other internal and external partners.
Ideal Candidate
Knowledge and experience interpreting, applying, and ensuring compliance with MBE, DBE, SBR, VSBE, Title VI, and EEO/Title VII laws and regulations.
Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse backgrounds, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual orientations of all individuals.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with diverse constituencies.
Demonstrated experience in effectively supervising, developing, and mentoring assigned staff.
Strong presentation, training, and facilitation skills with the ability to engage individuals with varying levels of experience in civil rights, equity, and justice issues.
Excellent project and time‑management skills to ensure multiple tasks and duties are completed in a timely manner.
Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a dynamic environment.
Base Eligibility Applicants must possess a valid motor‑vehicle operator’s license in the State of Maryland (license number and expiration date must be provided on the application).
Benefits MDTA employees are offered a generous benefits package including a minimum of 11 paid holidays, a minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick), access to the State Pension System, deferred compensation plans, and excellent health, dental, and vision plans.
Equal Opportunity Employment MDTA is an equal‑opportunity employer. MDTA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. MDTA is a drug‑free workplace and employees are subject to the State’s Substance Abuse Policy, including possible drug testing. Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks. The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Issue Date: 02/24/2026
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Nature of Work MDTA is seeking a dynamic, results‑driven leader for the position of Deputy Director of Title VI and Title VII Programs for the Division of Civil Rights and Fair Practices (CRFP). The Deputy Director will provide managerial oversight, supervision, and guidance to staff in completing reports and program activities that ensure compliance with federal and state statutes, regulations, and MDOT policies.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and execute divisional objectives, strategies, and programs in support of the Agency’s Strategic Plan goals and objectives.
Oversee the EEO/Title VII and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) programs to ensure equitable treatment of all MDTA employees.
Represent MDTA before federal, state, and local officials, legislative committees, senior managers, and executives of other agencies as appropriate.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports outlining the Agency’s achievement of socioeconomic program goals.
Develop business outreach activities that provide informational, educational, and networking opportunities for small and minority business owners.
Develop fair‑practice‑related policies and procedures for dissemination to all MDTA contractors, subcontractors, and consultants.
Report on the achievement of program goals, activities, and accomplishments at meetings and presentations to MDTA’s Executive Office and Board.
The selected candidate will report directly to the Director of CRFP. The position is located in Baltimore, Maryland. Hybrid telework schedules may be available.
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high‑school equivalency certificate.
Certification as a Certified Compliance Administrator (CCA) or Master Compliance Administrator (MCA) is preferred.
Six years of experience in administrative or professional work, including three years of demonstrated experience in fair‑practice program management.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong transformational leadership, effective collaboration, the ability to build trust across an organization, and the experience and skills to inspire, motivate, and communicate with CRFP staff and other internal and external partners.
Ideal Candidate
Knowledge and experience interpreting, applying, and ensuring compliance with MBE, DBE, SBR, VSBE, Title VI, and EEO/Title VII laws and regulations.
Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse backgrounds, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual orientations of all individuals.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with diverse constituencies.
Demonstrated experience in effectively supervising, developing, and mentoring assigned staff.
Strong presentation, training, and facilitation skills with the ability to engage individuals with varying levels of experience in civil rights, equity, and justice issues.
Excellent project and time‑management skills to ensure multiple tasks and duties are completed in a timely manner.
Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a dynamic environment.
Base Eligibility Applicants must possess a valid motor‑vehicle operator’s license in the State of Maryland (license number and expiration date must be provided on the application).
Benefits MDTA employees are offered a generous benefits package including a minimum of 11 paid holidays, a minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick), access to the State Pension System, deferred compensation plans, and excellent health, dental, and vision plans.
Equal Opportunity Employment MDTA is an equal‑opportunity employer. MDTA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. MDTA is a drug‑free workplace and employees are subject to the State’s Substance Abuse Policy, including possible drug testing. Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks. The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Issue Date: 02/24/2026
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