Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor (410) 230-6020
Jason Perkins-Cohen, Deputy Secretary (410) 230-6018
Elliot J. C. Schreur, Assistant Secretary, Family & Medical Leave Insurance (410) 230-6008
Rachel Torres, Assistant Secretary, Unemployment Insurance (667) 207-6520
Erin J. Roth, Assistant Secretary, Workforce Development & Adult Learning (410) 767-5870
Antonio P. Salazar, Esq., Commissioner of Financial Regulation (410) 230-6361
Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry (410) 767-2961
John C. Dove, Jr., Commissioner of Occupational & Professional Licensing (410) 230-6226
Nicholas C. Sokolow, Principal Counsel (410) 230-6124
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Co-Chair: Harry Coker, Jr., Acting Secretary of Commerce
Co-Chair: Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor
Vacancy, Chief of Staff (410) 230-6016; e-mail:
Ashley N. Sharp, Deputy Chief of Staff (410) 230-6069; e-mail: ashley.sharp@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Manager of Constituent Services
Andrea Hollen, Chief of Digital Products (443) 826-8713; e-mail: andrea.hollen@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Director, Performance Management Program (410) 230-6071
DEPUTY SECRETARY
Jason Perkins-Cohen, Deputy Secretary (410) 230-6018
e-mail: jason.perkins-cohen@maryland.gov
Appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval to 6-year terms:
LOWER APPEALS DIVISION
GENERAL SERVICES
RECORDS MANAGEMENT
HUMAN RESOURCES
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
PC/WEB DEVELOPMENT
OPERATIONS
SECURITY
PROCUREMENT
OFFICE OF COUNSEL
OFFICE OF FAIR PRACTICES
OFFICE OF PROGRAM ANALYSIS & AUDIT
OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS REGULATORY ASSISTANCE
BOARD OF APPEALS
(P00A0111)
FY2025 appropriation: $2,060,596; authorized positions: 12
Matthew A. Lawrence, Chair (chosen by Secretary of Labor, 6-year term), 2029
Kimberly McCoy Burns, Esq., 2025; Eileen M. Rehrmann, 2027.
(P00A0112)
FY2025 appropriation: $5,483,398; authorized positions: 37.50
Debyn W. Purdie, Esq., Director & Chief Hearing Examiner (410) 767-2421
e-mail: debyn.purdie@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION
(P00B0101, formerly P00B0103)
FY2025 appropriation: $8,903,844; authorized positions: 66
Elizabeth L. (Liz) Williams, Director (410) 767-2997; e-mail: liz.williams@maryland.gov
Fatimah H. Pierce, Ph.D., Deputy Executive Director (410) 767-1495; e-mail: fatimah.pierce@maryland.gov
BUDGET
Kimberly Grandy, Chief (410) 767-9652; e-mail:
kimberly.grandy2@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Deputy Chief (410) 767-2152; e-mail:
(P00B0104)
FY2025 appropriation: $7,049,611; authorized positions: 33
Jamar L. Short, Director (410) 767-2199; e-mail: jamar.short@maryland.gov
Rachelle Lott, Deputy Director (410) 767-2199; e-mail: rachelle.lott@maryland.gov
FACILITIES
Willie J. Pack, Jr., Manager (410) 767-2310
e-mail: willie.pack@maryland.gov
Jamar L. Short, Records Officer (410) 767-2199; e-mail: jamar.short@maryland.gov
(formerly P00B0106)
Aaron Jacobs, Director (410) 230-6302
e-mail:
aaron.jacobs1@maryland.gov
(P00B0105)
FY2025 appropriation: $5,372,804; authorized positions: 37
Tara D. Murphy, Acting Chief Information Officer (410) 767-2882; e-mail: tara.murphy@maryland.gov
Tara D. Murphy, Deputy Chief Information Officer (410) 767-2882; e-mail: tara.murphy@maryland.gov
Vlad Udachin, Webmaster (410) 767-2861; e-mail: vlad.udachin@maryland.gov
PRODUCTION SUPPORTINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
David A. Stine, Chief Technology Officer (410) 767-2889
e-mail: david.stine@maryland.gov
Josephe R. Petrosino, Manager (410) 767-2852
e-mail: joe.petrosino@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Chief Security Officer (410) 767-2880
e-mail:
Raelene Glasgow, Chief (410) 230-6031
e-mail: raelene.glasgow3@maryland.gov
(P00A0105)
FY2025 appropriation: $4,778,457; authorized positions: 25.97
Nicholas C. Sokolow, Principal Counsel (410) 230-6124; e-mail: nicholas.sokolow@maryland.gov
Leza Griffith, Deputy Counsel, Advice (410) 230-6268; e-mail: leza.griffith1@maryland.gov
Kris M. King, Deputy Counsel, Litigation (410) 230-6114; e-mail: kris.king@maryland.gov
(P00A0108)
FY2025 appropriation: $618,639; authorized positions: 5
Yvette A. Dickens, Director (410) 230-6326
e-mail:
yvette.dickens@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE & REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Andrew A. Fulginiti, Director (410) 230-6020
e-mail: andrew.fulginiti@maryland.gov
(P00A0102)
FY2025 appropriation: $550,840; authorized positions: 4
Samuel K. Pannoh, Director (410) 767-2214
e-mail: samuel.pannoh@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Executive Director (410) 230-6296
e-mail: osbra.inquiry@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION
(P00C0102, formerly 34.03.01)
FY2025 appropriation: $17,324,771; authorized positions: 98
Antonio P. Salazar, Esq., Commissioner of Financial Regulation
(appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval & Senate advice & consent) (410) 230-6361
e-mail: tony.salazar@maryland.gov
e-mail:
dlfrfinreg-dllr@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/finance/
Michael J. Sprouse, Deputy Commissioner for Depository Activities (410) 230-6214; e-mail:
michael.sprouse@maryland.gov
Kathleen P. Hyland, Deputy Commissioner for Non-Depository Activities (410) 767-7452; e-mail:
kat.hyland@maryland.gov
Chair: Antonio P. Salazar, Esq., Commissioner of Financial Regulation (410) 230-6361
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms: Eric S. Friedman; Sandra Holland; Shawn P. Kennedy; Tracy D. Rezvani. Terms expire 2026.
ADMINISTRATION
Michelle A. Denoncourt, Director (410) 230-6161
e-mail: michelle.denoncourt@maryland.gov
CONSUMER & EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Meredith A. Merchant, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6099
e-mail:
meredith.merchant@maryland.gov
OUTREACH & EDUCATION
Toni White-McCoy, Director (410) 767-3655; e-mail:
toni.white-mccoy@maryland.gov
TREND ANALYSIS & REPORTING
Brendan Armbruster, Director (410) 230-6106; e-mail: brendan.armbruster2@maryland.gov
DEPOSITORY CORPORATE ACTIVITIES
Stephen J. Clampett, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6104
e-mail: stephen.clampett1@maryland.gov
DEPOSITORY SUPERVISION
Teresa M. Louro, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6022
e-mail:
teresa.louro@maryland.gov
NONDEPOSITORY SUPERVISION
Shereefat Balogun, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6390
e-mail: shereefat.balogun@maryland.gov
LICENSING
MONEY SERVICES & CONSUMER CREDIT SUPERVISION
MORTGAGE SUPERVISION
NONDEPOSITORY OPERATIONS
NONDEPOSITORY LICENSING
Arlene F. Williams, Director (410) 230-6068; e-mail:
arlenef.williams@maryland.gov
Sabrina S. Brown, Director (410) 230-6091; e-mail:
sabrina.brown@maryland.gov
Christine A. Brooks, Director (410) 230-6074; e-mail:
christine.brooks@maryland.gov
Clifford J. Charland, Director (410) 230-6167; e-mail:
clifford.charland@maryland.gov
POLICY & STUDENT LOAN OMBUDSMAN
Amy P. Hennen, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6094; e-mail: amy.hennen@maryland.gov
DIVISION OF FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE INSURANCE
Elliot J. C. Schreur, Assistant Secretary for Family & Medical Leave Insurance (410) 230-6008; e-mail: elliot.schreur@maryland.gov
Daniel B. Newberger, Deputy Assistant Secretary (410) 230-6294; e-mail: daniel.newberger@maryland.gov
Regan K. Vaughan, Director of Policy (410) 230-6071; e-mail: regan.vaughan@maryland.gov
Laura M. Vykol-Gray, Chief of Staff; e-mail: laura.vykol1@maryland.gov
DIVISION OF LABOR & INDUSTRY
(P00D01, formerly 34.04.01)
FY2025 appropriation: $26,548,477; authorized positions: 208.50
Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry (appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval) (410) 767-4037; e-mail: devki.virk@maryland.gov
Mischelle Vanreusel, Deputy Commissioner (410) 767-2225; e-mail: mischelle.vanreusel@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/
Vacancy, Senior Advisor
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)
Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Melissa R. Wells, 2019; Raymond D. Butler, 2023; Patricia M. Baldwin, 2024; Melissa A. Osborne Groves, Ph.D., 2024; Michelle Daugherty Siri, Esq., 2024; Nune Hovhannisyan, Ph.D., 2025; Tin Zhang, Ph.D., 2026; four vacancies.
Ex officio: Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry; Glendora C. Hughes, designee of Executive Director, Commission on Civil Rights.
Meetings:
BUILDING CODES ADMINISTRATION
(P00D0109, formerly S00A2203, formerly 37.01.21.03)
FY2025 appropriation: $670,434; authorized positions: 3
Robert Emard, Director (410) 767-0548
e-mail: rob.emard@maryland.gov
e-mail: dldlibuildingcodes-labor@maryland.gov
web: www.labor.maryland.gov/labor/build/
Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Johns W. Hopkins, Jr., 2014; Richard G. Murphy, 2015; Harold W. Boling, Jr., 2016.
William V. Funk, Jr., 2017; Raymond C. O'Brocki III, 2018; Ghanshyam K. Patel, 2020; Jason C. Green, 2023; Shawn P. Hagan, 2023; Edward G. Landon, 2023; Eric R. Landon, 2023; Steven M. Lichter, 2023; Richard W. Eichelberger, 2026.
twelve vacancies
Ex officio: Carol A. Beatty, Secretary of Disabilities; Carol Anne Gilbert, designee of Secretary of Housing & Community Development; Portia Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Collin Ingraham, designee of State Historic Preservation Officer; Jason M. Mowbray, Acting State Fire Marshal.
Meetings:MARYLAND BUILDING REHABILITATION CODE PROGRAM
Staff: Jun Zhao (410) 767-2349; e-mail: jun.zhao@maryland.gov
MARYLAND BUILDING REHABILITATION CODE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)
Window washers, Lombard St., Baltimore, Maryland, May 2011. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
LIVING & PREVAILING WAGE PROGRAMS
PREVAILING WAGE UNIT
(P00D0107)
FY2025 appropriation: $966,899; authorized positions: 9
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-2968
e-mail:
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/prev/
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH
(P00D0108)
FY2025 appropriation: $12,031,527 ; authorized positions: 97
Michael A. Penn, Acting Assistant Commissioner for Occupational Safety & Health (410) 527-2062
e-mail: michael.penn@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/mosh/
Michael A. Penn, Chief of Compliance (410) 527-2062; e-mail: michael.penn@maryland.gov
Appointed by Commissioner of Labor & Industry with approval of Secretary of Labor to 6-year terms:
Ex officio (nonvoting): Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry
Meetings:
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD
Staff: Tiffany R. Jones (410) 767-2182; e-mail: tiffanyr.jones@maryland.gov
Neil B. Christopher, Chair (chosen by Commissioner of Labor & Industry), 2028
Richard Ruehl, 2021; Carol A. Dodson, 2023; Edward R. Arellano, 2027; Clifford S. Mitchell, M.D., 2027; Steven A. Connelly, 2028; John Gibula, 2028; Elizabeth (Sissy) Martin, 2028; Francisco (Frank) Trujillo, 2028.
OUTREACH, TRAINING, & EDUCATION
Arathi Kemparaju, Administrator (410) 527-2089
e-mail: arathi.kemparaju1@maryland.gov
RESEARCH & STATISTICS
Trinity Long, Administrative Officer (410) 527-4463
e-mail: trinity.long@maryland.gov
SAFETY & HEALTH COMPLIANCE SERVICES
Cristina Campbell, Program Director & Industrial Hygiene Supervisor (410) 527-2079; e-mail: cristina.campbell@maryland.gov
Brian Timberlake, Assistant Chief of Compliance (301) 791-4699; e-mail: e-mail: brian.timberlake@maryland.gov
SAFETY INSPECTION
(P00D0105)
FY2025 appropriation: $7,210,947; authorized positions: 48
David F. Dearborn, Program Manager (410) 767-0909
e-mail: david.dearborn@maryland.gov
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Meetings:
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor & Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Ex officio: Devki Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry
ELEVATOR SAFETY INSPECTION
Matthew McKinney, Director of Government Affairs (443) 676-9098; e-mail: matthew.mckinney@maryland.gov
STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 6-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF BARBERS
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
Edgar Allan Poe Tombstone, Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, West Fayette St. & Greene St., Baltimore, Maryland, August 2018. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF ELECTRICIANS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
ELEVATOR SAFETY REVIEW BOARD
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor & Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Jason A. Danker; William D. Hosea; Thomas C. Lindsay, Jr.; Charles Meeks; Michael W. Moran; three vacancies. Terms expire 2025.
Ex officio: Devki K. Virk, Commissioner of Labor & Industry
STATE BOARD OF STATIONARY ENGINEERS
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Ex officio (nonvoting): Steven F. Noonan, Chief Boiler Inspector
STATE BOARD OF FORESTERS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 5-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR-CONDITIONING, & REFRIGERATION CONTRACTORS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
MARYLAND HOME IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
STATE COMMISSION OF REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS, APPRAISAL MANAGEMENT COMPANIES, & HOME INSPECTORS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
STATE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF INDIVIDUAL TAX PREPARERS
Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms with advice of Attorney General, Comptroller, & Secretary of Labor:
REGISTRATION OF LAND PROFESSIONALS
LICENSURE OF LOCKSMITHS
LICENSURE OF SECONDHAND PRECIOUS METAL OBJECT DEALERS & PAWNBROKERS
LICENSURE OF SPORTS AGENTS
PROFESSIONAL LICENSING BOARDS
STATE BOARD OF ARCHITECTS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
STATE BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF CERTIFIED INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
STATE BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
STATE BOARD OF PILOTS
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 2-year terms:
Ex officio: John C. Dove, Commissioner, designee of Secretary of Labor; Eric A. Nielsen, President, Association of Maryland Pilots.
Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Appointed by Governor: George L. Doetsch, State Lottery & Gaming Control Commission Liaison
Appointed by State Racing Commission with approval of Secretary of Labor to 1-year terms:
MARYLAND STANDARDBRED RACE FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Appointed by State Racing Commission with approval of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
Margaret M. Rekstis, Deputy Assistant Secretary (410) 767-2488 e-mail: margaretm.rekstis@maryland.gov
BENEFIT PAYMENT CONTROL
CONTRIBUTIONS
ACCOUNTING & FUND MANAGEMENT
TAX ENFORCEMENT
FISCAL & SUPPORT SERVICES
POLICY & PLANNING
RE-EMPLOYMENT
John S. Feaster III, Deputy Assistant Secretary (410) 767-5870; e-mail: johns.feasteriii@maryland.gov
Consultants appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor: three vacancies.
Ex officio (nonvoting): Charles S, Wallace, Assistant State Superintendent for Career & College Readiness, State Dept. of Education; Nick Burdick, State Director, Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training, U.S. Department of Labor - Multi-State Navigator.
YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Appointed by Governor:
Ex officio: Sarah D. Sheppard, designee of Secretary of Commerce; Shauntia Lindsay, designee of Secretary of Juvenile Services; Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Erin J. Roth, Assistant Secretary for Workforce Development & Adult Learning; Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools.
COMMUNICATIONS
MARYLAND EMPLOYMENT ADVANCEMENT RIGHT NOW (EARN) PROGRAM
MONITORING & COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
NEW AMERICANS WORKFORCE PROGRAM
POLICY
ADULT INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES SECTION
GED TESTING SERVICE SECTION
OFFICE OF CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION
Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Jennifer Gauthier; Yariela Kerr-Donovan; Antoine Maurice Payne; Jack R. Weber, Jr. Terms expire 2024.
Appointed by State Superintendent of Schools: Michael J. Martirano, Ed.D.
Representing a local correctional facility: Mary Ann Thompson
Ex officio: Harry Coker, Jr., Acting Secretary of Commerce; Carey M. Wright, Ed.D., State Superintendent of Schools; Sanjay K. Rai, Ph.D., Secretary of Higher Education; Carim Khouzami, Chair, Governor's Workforce Development Board; James S. Klauber, President, Hagerstown Community College; Jack B. Cunning, D.C., Acting Director of Education & Workforce Skills Training for Correctional Institutions.
ADULT CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION FIELD SERVICE
JESSUP CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Jessup)
MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION - JESSUP
MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION FOR WOMEN - JESSUP
MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL PRE-RELEASE SYSTEM
METROPOLITAN TRANSITION CENTER (Baltimore City)
OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS TRAINING CENTER (Baltimore City)
PATUXENT INSTITUTION (Jessup)
EASTERN MARYLAND
EASTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Westover)
WESTERN MARYLAND
MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION - HAGERSTOWN
MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL TRAINING CENTER (Hagerstown)
NORTH BRANCH CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Cumberland)
ROXBURY CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Hagerstown)
WESTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Cumberland)
PROGRAM COORDINATION SERVICES
CORRECTIONAL LIBRARIES
OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION
SPECIAL EDUCATION
TECHNOLOGY
TRANSITION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
DISABILITY & YOUTH SERVICES
DISLOCATION SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL OUTPLACEMENT ASSISTANCE CENTER
AMERICAN JOB CENTER CAREER SYSTEM
MARYLAND RE-ENTRY INITIATIVE
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
VETERANS SERVICES
Adam Greeney, Chief Economist (410) 767-2253
MARYLAND WORKFORCE EXCHANGE
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AMUSEMENT RIDE INSPECTION
Robert Finecey, Amusement Ride Supervisor (410) 767-2348
e-mail: dldlisafetyinspection_dllr@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/amus.shtml
STATE AMUSEMENT RIDE SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD
Staff: Tiffany R. Jones (410) 767-2182; e-mail: tiffanyr.jones@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/amusbd.shtml
Glenn D. Fishack, Sr., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2026
Steven M. Rothenberg, 2024; Victor Isailovic, 2025; Gordon B. Trimper, 2025; Samantha B. La Mell, Esq., 2026; Stephan Pastusak, 2026; Roy E. Shaw, 2026; Karen C. Nicklas, 2027; one vacancy.
BOILER & PRESSURE VESSEL SAFETY INSPECTION
Steven F. Noonan, Chief Boiler Inspector (410) 767-2333
e-mail:
steven.noonan@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/boil.shtml
BOARD OF BOILER RULES
Staff: Tiffany R. Jones (410) 767-2182; e-mail: tiffanyr.jones@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/boilbd.shtml
Ashwani K. Gupta, Ph.D., Chair (chosen by Board), 2027
Richard C. Ludlow, 2025; John E. Dunnock, 2025; Eric R. Harvey, 2025; Ronald K. Warden, 2025; Brian M. Wodka, 2025; Phillip W. Kruer, 2028; Daniel J. Weber, 2028.
R. Kaese Dillman, Chief Inspector (410) 767-2350
e-mail:
ralph.dillman@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/elev.shtml
RAILROAD SAFETY & HEALTH
(P00D0103)
FY2025 appropriation: $470,850; authorized positions: 4
Vacancy, Chief Inspector (410) 767-2052
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/rail.shtmlDIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL LICENSING
(P00F01, formerly 34.06.01)
FY2025 appropriation: $13,696,218; authorized positions: 89
John C. Dove, Jr., Commissioner of Occupational & Professional Licensing (410) 230-6226; e-mail: john.dove@maryland.gov
Sarah J. McDermott, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6225; e-mail: sarah.mcdermott1@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/
Patricia (Danielle) Evans, Executive Assistant (410) 230-6221; e-mail: patricia.evans@maryland.gov
Danielle P. Anderson, Policy & Communications Coordinator (410) 230-6197; e-mail: danielle.anderson1@maryland.gov
Johnston (Jay) Brown, Interim Executive Director (410) 230-6223; e-mail: johnston.brown@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/ath/
David J. Norman, Esq., Chair (chosen by Commission), 2027
Brian D. Boles, 2025; Kristi G. Hall, Psy.D., 2029; James (Binky) Jones, 2029; Jerusa Cari Wilson 2029.
Nicole Fletcher, Executive Director (410) 230-6193; e-mail: nicole.fletcher@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/barbers/
Lawrence K. Franklin, President (chosen by Governor), 2025
Wade H. Menendez, 2025; Andrew Campbell, 2028; Channing Trent, 2028; Lanine Swann, 2029; Toni Y. Wallace, 2029; Yasmine V. Young, 2029.
OFFICE OF CEMETERY OVERSIGHT
Deborah A. Rappazzo, Executive Director (appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval)
(410) 230-6228; e-mail: deborah.rappazzo@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/license/cem/
ADVISORY COUNCIL ON CEMETERY OPERATIONS
Appointed by Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Frank A. Porter, Chair (chosen by Secretary of Labor), 2024
Yvonne Fisher, 2023; Erich March, 2023; Walter S. Tegeler III, 2023; J. Michael Bennett, 2024; Rebecca Edmision, 2024; David Zinner, 2024; Craig Huff, 2025; Bruce Hultquist, 2025; Chris Palmer, 2025, John (Ron) Pearcey, 2025, one vacancy.
STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGISTS
Nicole Fletcher, Executive Director (410) 230-6193; nicole.fletcher@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/cos/
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term)
Shanay L. Dudley, 2024; Maurice Fains, 2025; Lisa Ennis, 2026; Rosalind Y. Holsey, 2027; April A. Kenney, 2027; Kelly L. Kirby-Canty, 2027; Katrina L. Lee, 2027.
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/elec/
Chet M. Brown, Chair (chosen by Board in Jan., 1-year term), 2024
Francis E. Harrison, Jr., 2021; John C. Peterson, 2024; William Eric Smith, 2024; Walter D. Irvin, Jr., 2025; Steven M. Petri, Sr., 2025; Gregg S. Kaderabek, 2026; Donald Steinman, 2026; one vacancy.
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/elev/
Edward M. Hord, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2025
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/stateng/
Brian M. Wodka, Chair (chosen by Board, 1-year term), 2023
Lance R. Brown, 2021; Gary W. Brown, 2023; John F. Arizaga, 2025; three vacancies.
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web:
https://labor.maryland.gov/license/for/
Michael J. Huneke, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2027
Anthony H. DiPaolo, 2024; Jake R. Martin, Esq., 2024; Brian F. Knox, 2025; John P. Markovich, 2026; Daniel Ray Rider, 2028; G. Jill Rhyne-Grey, 2029.
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/hvacr/
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)
Richard C. Ludlow, 2021; Ezio S. Rebechi, Jr., 2022; Michael J. Giangrandi, 2025; Lawrence L. Kitching, Jr., 2025; Amadou Magazi, 2025; David E. Politzer, 2026; Michael R. Weglarz, 2026; Kabir A. Ahmed, 2027; Dwight Needham, 2027.
David R. Finneran, Executive Director (410) 230-6169; e-mail: david.finneran@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/mhic/
Joseph A. Tunney, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2023
Robert A. Altieri, 2024; Heather L. Connellee, 2025; Chandler C. Louden, 2025; Michael Thomas, 2025; Michael D. Shilling, 2026; Irma Jean P. White, 2026; Lauren E. Lake, Esq., 2028; William B. Quackenbush, Jr., 2028.
John Bull, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: john.bull1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/pl/
Joseph A. Radtka, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2025
Keith R. Horton, 2021; Richard C. Bowers, 2024; Leif Hancock, Sr., 2024; Gregory S. Schott, 2025; Hayward F. Hinkhaus, Jr., 2026; Robert Parker, 2026; two vacancies.
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/cpa/
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board)
Leslie A. Mostow, 2021; Macon M. Ware III, 2023; Tamara B. Bensky, 2024; Joseph P. Petito, Esq., 2024; Brian M. Dunne, 2025; Jan L. Williams, Ph.D., 2025; Barrett E. Young III, 2025; Pamela Wright Gray, 2026.
Todd Blackistone, Executive Director (410) 230-6165; e-mail: todd.blackistone@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/reahi/
Robert S. Troxell, Chair (chosen by Commission in Jan., 1-year term), 2024
Jeremiah P. Hosford, 2024; Roxanne C. Alston, 2025; Coleen M. Courtney-Morrison, 2025; William McCain, 2025; Gerald M. Pickholtz, 2025; Todd D. Warren, 2025; Stacy A. Harman, 2026; Onyemaechi C. Nweke, 2026; Thomas E. Owen, 2026; Karen J. Trendler, 2026; Melanie Gamble, 2027; Nneka N'namdi, 2027; Rachel Oslund, 2027; one vacancy.
Raquel M. Meyers, Interim Executive Director (410) 230-6227; e-mail: raquel.meyers@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/mrec/
Donna L. Horgan, Chair (chosen by Commission in July, 1-year term) 2025
Jacinta R. Bottoms-Spencer, 2025; Nea Maloo, 2026; Sandra M. Olson, 2026; Jean-Jacques M. Ellong, 2027; Demetria C. Scott, 2027; Michael Thomas, 2027; Michael W. Lord, Esq., 2028; Kambon R. Williams, Esq., 2028.
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/taxprep/
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board)
Jacqueline D. Clarke, 2020; Jane M. Bourassa, 2023; Victoria Eve Kelly, Esq., 2024; Symon M. Manyara, Ph.D., 2024; Alex Franks, 2025; Javier N. Solis, 2025; Brian E. McCurdy, 2027; Janice Shih, Esq., 2027; Nayo K. Carter-Gray, 2028.
Staff: Sean A. Heeter (410) 230-6196; e-mail: sean.heeter@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/oilgas/
Staff: Antoinette P. Thembi (410) 230-6159; e-mail: antoinette.ramirez1@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/locksmiths/
Christopher E. Dorsey, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: christopher.dorsey@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/pm/
Johnston (Jay) Brown, Executive Director (410) 230-6223; e-mail: johnston.brown@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/sports/
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Assistant Executive Director (410) 230-6263
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/arch/
Cynthia E. Shonaiya, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2028
Kevin G. Sneed, 2024; Mark R. Flemming, 2025; Paul D. Edmeades, 2026; Douglas J. Polt, 2027; Casey Dawkins, 2028; Gretel M. Lott, 2029.
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/pe/
Sallye E. Perrin, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2027
Howard C. (Skip) Harclerode II, 2023; Pastor Farinas, 2025; Judith Ann Miller, 2025; Edward A. Hubner, 2026; Karl J. Rickert, 2027; Dhrubajyoti (DJ) Biswas, 2028; Tracey Lee Clark, 2029.
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web:
https://labor.maryland.gov/license/cid/
Robyn I. Dubick, Chair (chosen by Board in June, 1-year term), 2025
Suzanne Frasier, 2024; Michael A. Daly, 2025; Nichole Ann McCollum, 2025; Cynthia M. Berardo, 2026; Carmen Parsons Sneed, 2026; one vacancy.
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/ls/
Thomas L. Frazier, Jr., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2027
John V. Mettee III, 2025; Jeanne L. Nebre, 2025; Derrick W. McLaughlin, 2027; Erick R. Quintanilla, 2029; Tammy Y. Moore Rollins, 2029.
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/la/
Christopher L. Schein, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2025
Cameron C. Duncan, 2025; David S. Thaler, 2025; Heather English, 2026; Grace E. Fielder, 2026.
Zevi Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: zevi.thomas@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/license/bp/
Alexander C. Sandy Steeves, Esq., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2024
Kevin L. Hanna, 2023; Shimon D. Horowitz, 2023; David R. Chenowith, 2024; Michael S. Derby, 2024; John R. Kinlein, 2024; Michael R. Reagoso III, 2026.
DIVISION OF RACING
(P00E01, formerly 34.05.01)
FY2025 appropriation: $204,762,077; authorized positions: 7
Appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval:
Christopher L. Merz, Executive Director (410) 296-9682
e-mail: christopher.merz@maryland.gov
Harness racing, east of Denton (Caroline County), Maryland, August 2016. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
STATE RACING COMMISSION
(P00E0102)
FY2025 appropriation: $81,031,538 ; authorized positions: 4
(410) 296-9682
e-mail:
racing@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/
George P. Mahoney, Jr., Chair (chosen by Governor in July, 1-year term), 2026
Konrad M. Wayson, 2024; Jennifer Wright, D.V.M., 2024; Shawn Wright, 2024; Tammy L. Lafferty, Esq., 2025; Terry West, 2026; Robert J. Lillis, 2027; Ellen M. Zavian, Esq., 2027; one vacancy.
MARYLAND-BRED RACE FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Cricket Goodall, Administrator (410) 252-2100
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/advi.shtml
Terry West, Chair (1-year term), 2025
Albert F. Allen, III; William K. (Billy) Boniface; Georgeanne Hale; Kent Murry; Katherine Voss. Terms expire 2025.
Cheri Stambaugh, Fund Administrator (410) 775-0152
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/fund.shtml
Tammy L. Lafferty, Esq., Chair (1-year term), 2025
James Ladwig, 2026; Michael Hall, 2027; Lisa Watts, 2027; Bobbi Jones, 2028; Gary White, 2028.DIVISION OF UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE
(P00H01, formerly P00G0106, formerly 34.07.01.06)
FY2025 appropriation: $98,338,865; authorized positions: 375.90
Rachel Torres, Assistant Secretary for Unemployment Insurance (667) 207-6520
(410) 949-0022, 1-800-827-4839 (toll free)
fraud hotline: 1-800-492-6804 (toll free)
e-mail: rachel.torres@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/unemployment.shtml
BENEFITS
Julie Moore, Director (301) 723-2043; e-mail: julie.moore@maryland.gov
Pamela Holland, Deputy Director (410) 767-2600; e-mail:
pamela.holland@maryland.gov
Nakia Jordan, Director (301) 723-2118
e-mail: nakia.jordan1@maryland.gov
Robert Poler, Director (410) 767-2492; e-mail: robert.poler5@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Deputy Director (410) 767-2492; e-mail:
ACCOUNT MAINTENANCE
Cecilia Stephens, Chief (410) 767-2685
e-mail: cecilia.stephens@maryland.gov
John Fahnbutu, Chief (410) 767-4366
e-mail: john.fahnbutu@maryland.gov
LEGAL SERVICES
Orbie Shively, Chief (410) 767-2813; e-mail:
orbie.shively@maryland.gov
Sandeep Parikh, Chief (410) 767-2612
e-mail: sandeep.parikh@maryland.gov
Likivu Speaks, Director (410) 767-4146
e-mail:
likivu.speaks@maryland.gov
Soon Kang, Director (410) 767-2469
e-mail:
soon.kang@maryland.gov
Ann Marie Gunning, Manager (410) 767-9664
e-mail:
annmarie.gunning@maryland.gov
DIVISION OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & ADULT LEARNING
(P00G01, formerly 34.07.01)
FY2025 appropriation: $144,009,819; authorized positions: 446.70
Erin J. Roth, Assistant Secretary for Workforce Development & Adult Learning
(410) 767-5870; tty: (410) 767-2986; e-mail: erin.roth@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/
APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING
(P00D0106, formerly 34.04.01.06)
Christopher D. MacLarion, Director of Apprenticeship & Training (chosen by Secretary of Labor) (410) 767-3969
e-mail:
christopher.maclarion@maryland.gov
web: https://labor.maryland.gov/employment/appr/
APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COUNCIL
Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor and Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Brian S. Cavey, Chair (chosen by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor, 4-year term), 2025
Neil E. Wilford, Jr., 2024; Stephanie L. Anderson, 2025; Shaunta J. Chapple, DNP, R.N., 2025; Norbert R. Klusmann, Sr., 2025; Grant B. Shmelzer, 2025; Lateefah Durant, 2026; Terriea Small, 2026; Minah Woo, 2026; Tasha Cornish, 2027; Harry F. Preston, 2027; Christopher W. Hadfield, 2028.
Staff: Jeffrey W. Smith (410) 767-0227; e-mail: jeffrey.smith1@maryland.gov
Grant B. Shmelzer, Chair
Michelle L. Butt; Brian S. Cavey; Diana Ellis; Jason Dee Hardebeck; Jill M. McClune; David S. Thaler; Kelly M. Winters; two vacancies.
Susan R. Kaliush, Manager (410) 767-2041
e-mail:
susan.kaliush@maryland.gov
Mary C. Keller, Administrator (410) 767-2017
e-mail:
mary.keller@maryland.gov
Tanya Y. Washington, Manager (410) 767-2098
e-mail:
tanya.washington@maryland.gov
Joana Winningham, Coordinator (410) 767-2822
e-mail: joana.winningham@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/newamerwrkforce.shtml
Robert Ruffins, Director (410) 767-2268
e-mail: robert.ruffins@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF ADULT EDUCATION & LITERACY SERVICES
(P00G0112)
FY2025 appropriation: $3,192,977; authorized positions: 14
Perketer M. Tucker, Director (410) 767-4150
e-mail: perketer.tucker@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/gedmd/
ADULT HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM SECTION
Perketer M. Tucker, Chief (410) 767-4150
e-mail: perketer.tucker@maryland.gov
Douglas Weimer, Chief (410) 767-0161
e-mail: douglas.weimer@maryland.gov
Molly H. Dugan, Chief (410) 767-0069
e-mail: molly.dugan@maryland.gov
(P00G0113, formerly R00A0115, 36.01.01.15)
FY2025 appropriation: $25,704,051 ; authorized positions: 148
Ruschelle Reuben, Director of Education & Workforce Skills Training for Correctional Institutions (410) 767-9769
e-mail: ruschelle.reuben@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/ce/
CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION COUNCIL
Co-Chair: Portia Y. Wu, Esq., Secretary of Labor
Co-Chair: Carolyn J. Scruggs, Secretary of Public Safety & Correctional Services
Jack B. Cunning, D.C., Field Director (410) 767-0079
e-mail: jack.cunning@maryland.gov
CENTRAL MARYLAND
Cynthia L. Blackwell, Principal (410) 799-0100, ext. 2803; e-mail: cynthia.blackwell@maryland.gov
Ja'Ken T. Caston, Principal (410) 540-6785; e-mail: jaken.caston@maryland.gov
Shakera Lambert, Principal (410) 799-7279; e-mail: shakera.lambert@maryland.gov
Edward W. Schwabeland, Principal (410) 540-6687; e-mail: edward.schwabeland@maryland.gov
Tricia L. Hopkins, Principal (410) 234-1836; e-mail: tricia.hopkins@maryland.gov
Tricia L. Hopkins, Principal (410) 234-1836; e-mail: tricia.hopkins@maryland.gov
Christina L. Sparr, Principal (410) 799-7279; e-mail: christina.sparr@maryland.gov
June C. Brittingham, Principal, East School (410) 845-4207; e-mail: june.brittingham@maryland.gov
Melissa P. Murphy, Principal, West School (410) 845-4205; e-mail: melissa.murphy@maryland.gov
Laura Martin, Principal (240) 420-1340; e-mail: laura.martin@maryland.gov
Deron R. Crawford, Principal (240) 420-1602; e-mail: deron.crawford@maryland.gov
Lonnie J. Lewis, Principal (301) 729-7599; e-mail: lonnie.lewis2@maryland.gov
Peggy M. Stanford, Principal (240) 420-3291; e-mail: peggy.stanford@maryland.gov
Lonnie J. Lewis, Principal (301) 729-7149; e-mail: lonnie.lewis2@maryland.gov
ACADEMIC & ADVANCED EDUCATION
Patrick G. Hruz, Coordinator (410) 767-0498; e-mail: patrick.hruz1@maryland.gov
June C. Brittingham, Supervisor (410) 845-4000, ext. 6423; e-mail: june.brittingham@maryland.gov
Tamara L. Barron, Coordinator (301) 767-9761; e-mail: tamara.barron@maryland.gov
Katherine Lander, Coordinator (410) 767-0492; e-mail: katherine.lander1@maryland.gov
James D. Boden, Information Technology Specialist (301) 766-9443; e-mail: james.boden@maryland.gov
Erica N. DuBose, Coordinator (410) 767-9764; e-mail: erica.dubose@maryland.gov
OFFICE OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
(P00G0107, formerly P00G0103, formerly P00G0104)
FY2025 appropriation: $97,290,936; authorized positions: 284.70
Lloyd H. Day, Director (410) 767-2995
e-mail: lloyd.day@maryland.gov
BUSINESS SERVICES
Ann Marie Gunning, Manager (410) 767-9664; e-mail: annmarie.gunning@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/busservices.shtml
Kristen Patterson, Coordinator (410) 767-4736; e-mail: kristen.patterson@maryland.gov
Sheila Bouloubassis, Administrator (410) 767-2833; e-mail: sheila.bouloubassis@maryland.gov
Suja Joseph, Director (301) 362-1646; fax: (301) 362-9719
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/poac/
Lloyd H. Day, Director (410) 767-2995; e-mail: lloyd.day@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/county/
Vacancy, Administrator (301) 767-2018
Lorella Dicks, Manager (410) 767-2093; e-mail:
lorella.dicks@maryland.gov
SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
Josephine Cabi, Coordinator (410) 767-2160; e-mail: josephine.cabi@maryland.gov
LeRoy A. Thomas, Coordinator (410) 767-2015; e-mail: leroy.thomas@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/veteranservices.shtml
OFFICE OF WORKFORCE INFORMATION & PERFORMANCE
Carolyn J. Mitchell, Director (410) 767-2953
e-mail: carolyn.mitchell@maryland.gov
web:
http://labor.maryland.gov/lmi/index.shtml
e-mail: adam.greeney@maryland.gov
BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-2265
Chad H. White, Manager (410) 767-2103; e-mail:
chad.white@maryland.gov
web:
https://mwejobs.maryland.gov/vosnet/Default.aspx
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