MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

• business license information system
• employment advancement right now (EARN) program
• federal jobs for veterans
• occupational & professional licensing
• public records requests
• unemployment insurance
• workforce exchange [for job seekers]
• Marykland Workforce Expressway

500 North Calvert St., Baltimore, MD 21202 - 3651
(410) 230-6020; fax: (410) 333-0853; tty: (410) 383-7555
e-mail: tiffany.robinson@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/

500 North Calvert St., Baltimore, Maryland, February 2004. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

OFFICE OF SECRETARY

MARYLAND EMPLOYMENT ADVANCEMENT RIGHT NOW (EARN) STAKEHOLDER WORK GROUP
Staff: (410) 230-6012

Co-Chair: Kelly M. Schulz, Secretary of Commerce
Co-Chair: Tiffany P. Robinson, Esq., Secretary of Labor


Sarah A. Beardsley, Chief of Staff (410) 230-6016; e-mail: sarah.beardsley1@maryland.gov
Vacancy, Director, Performance Management Program (410) 230-6071
Kaitlin M. Marsden, Director of Strategic Partnerships (410) 230-6020; e-mail: kaitlin.marsden@maryland.gov

DEPUTY SECRETARY
David A. McGlone, Deputy Secretary (410) 230-6018
e-mail: david.mcglone@maryland.gov

BOARD OF APPEALS
(P00A0111)
FY2021 appropriation: $1,549,438; authorized positions: 13
Staff: vacancy (410) 767-2781

Appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval to 6-year terms:
Clayton A. Mitchell, Sr., Esq., Chair (chosen by Secretary of Labor, 6-year term), 2023
Kimberly McCoy Burns, Esq., 2025; Eileen M. Rehrmann, 2027.

LOWER APPEALS DIVISION
(P00A0112)
FY2021 appropriation: $5,025,243; authorized positions: 42.5
Judy Grier Smylie, Esq., Director & Chief Hearing Examiner (410) 767-2421
e-mail: judy.smylie@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION
(P00B0101, formerly P00B0103)
FY2021 appropriation: $7,256,746; authorized positions: 57
Elizabeth L. (Liz) Williams, Director (410) 767-2997
e-mail: liz.williams@maryland.gov
BUDGET
Kimberly Grandy, Chief (410) 767-9652
e-mail: kimberly.grandy2@maryland.gov

HUMAN RESOURCES
(formerly P00B0106)
Aaron Jacobs, Director (410) 230-6302
e-mail: aaron.jacobs1@maryland.gov

PROCURMENT
Latesa E. Thomas, Chief (410) 230-6031
e-mail: latesa.thomas@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS & MEDIA RELATIONS
Fallon E. Pearre, Director (410) 230-6241
e-mail: fallon.pearre1@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF COUNSEL
(P00A0105)
FY2021 appropriation: $4,156,053; authorized positions: 28.47
Milena Y. Trust, Principal Counsel (410) 230-6139
e-mail: mtrust@oag.state.md.us

Kris M. King, Deputy Counsel, Litigation (410) 230-6114
e-mail: kris.king@maryland.gov

Kimberly S. Ward, Deputy Counsel, Advice (410) 230-6123
e-mail: kimberlys.ward@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF FAIR PRACTICES
(P00A0108)
FY2021 appropriation: $354,423; authorized positions: 3
Yvette A. Dickens, Acting Director (410) 230-6329
e-mail: yvette.dickens@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF GENERAL SERVICES
(P00B0104)
FY2021 appropriation: $5,125,492; authorized positions: 38
Ronald V. Price, Acting Director (410) 767-2199
e-mail: ronald.price@maryland.gov

Ronald V. Price, Deputy Director (410) 767-2472
e-mail: ronald.price@maryland.gov

FACILITIES
Vacancy, Manager (410) 767-2310


RECORDS MANAGEMENT
Ronald V. Price, Records Officer (410) 767-2199
e-mail: ronald.price@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(P00B0105)
FY2021 appropriation: $4,452,667; authorized positions: 38
David A. Stine, Chief Information Officer (410) 767-2889
e-mail: david.stine@maryland.gov

Tara D. Murphy, Deputy Chief Information Officer (410) 767-2882
e-mail: tara.murphy@maryland.gov

Michele E. Williams, Webmaster (410) 767-6866; e-mail: michele.williams@maryland.gov

PC/WEB DEVELOPMENT
PRODUCTION SUPPORT

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Vacancy, Chief Technology Officer (410) 767-2889


OPERATIONS
Vacancy, Manager (410) 767-2860


SECURITY
Jaime A. Hendricks, Jr., Chief Security Officer (410) 767-2880
e-mail: jaime.hendricks@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE & REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Andrew A. Fulginiti, Director (410) 230-6020
e-mail: andrew.fulginiti@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF POLICY DEVELOPMENT
Michael L. Harrison, Director (410) 230-6008
e-mail: michael.harrison@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF PROGRAM ANALYSIS & AUDIT
(P00A0102)
FY2021 appropriation: $404,901; authorized positions: 4
Samuel K. Pannoh, Director (410) 767-2214
e-mail: samuel.pannoh@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS REGULATORY ASSISTANCE
Michael J. Pantelides, Executive Director (410) 230-6362
e-mail: mike.pantelides@maryland.gov

STATE CUSTOMER SERVICE & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS TRAINING PROGRAM

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION

Teresa M. Louro, Deputy Commissioner (410) 230-6022
e-mail: teresa.louro@maryland.gov

STATE COLLECTION AGENCY LICENSING BOARD
Devki Dave, Administrator (410) 230-6019; e-mail: devki.dave@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/finance/collagboard.shtml

Chair: Antonio P. Salazar, Esq., Commissioner of Financial Regulation (410) 230-6361

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms: Sandra R. Albert; Eric S. Friedman; Stephen D. Hannan, Esq.; Susan K. Hayes. Terms expire 2022.

ADMINISTRATION
Frieda M. A. McWilliams, Director (410) 230-6161


DEPOSITORY CORPORATE ACTIVITIES
Michelle Denoncourt, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6104
e-mail: michelle.denoncourt@maryland.gov

NONDEPOSITORY SUPERVISION
Jedd R. Bellman, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6390
e-mail: jedd.bellman@maryland.gov

ENFORCEMENT
Dana Allen, Director (410) 230-6391; e-mail: dana.allen@maryland.gov


LICENSING


NONDEPOSITORY LICENSING
Arlene F. Williams, Director (410) 230-6068; e-mail: arlenef.williams@maryland.gov


MONEY SERVICES & CONSUMER CREDIT SUPERVISION
Sabrina S. Brown, Director (410) 230-6091; e-mail: sabrina.brown@maryland.gov


MORTGAGE LENDING SUPERVISION
Christine A. Brooks, Director (410) 230-6074; e-mail: christine.brooks@maryland.gov


MORTGAGE SERVICING SUPERVISION
Vacancy, Director (410) 230-6074

NONDEPOSITORY OPERATIONS
Clifford J. Charland, Director (410) 230-6167; e-mail: clifford.charland@maryland.gov


POLICY & CONSUMER SERVICES
Sean J. McEvoy, Assistant Commissioner (410) 230-6185
e-mail: sean.mcevoy@maryland.gov


CONSUMER SERVICES
Priscilla D. Wynn, Director (410) 230-6007; e-mail: priscilla.wynn@maryland.gov


FINANCIAL EDUCATION & COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Meredith A. Merchant, Director (410) 230-6099; e-mail: meredith.merchant@maryland.gov


LEGISLATIVE RESPONSE & SPECIAL PROJECTS
Joseph D. Cunningham, Director (410) 230-6094; e-mail: josephd.cunningham@maryland.gov


STUDENT LOAN OMBUDSMAN
Sean J. McEvoy, Student Loan Ombudsman (chosen by Commissioner of Financial Regulation) (410) 230-6077; e-mail: studentloan.ombudsman@maryland.gov

DIVISION OF LABOR & INDUSTRY

(P00D01, formerly 34.04.01)
FY2021 appropriation: $20,956,715; authorized positions: 194
Matthew S. Helminiak, Commissioner of Labor & Industry (appointed by Secretary of Labor with Governor's approval) (410) 767-4037
e-mail: matt.helminiak@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/

1100 North Eutaw St., Baltimore, Maryland, October 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

Steven S. Lakin, Deputy Commissioner (410) 767-2992
e-mail: steven.lakin@maryland.gov

EQUAL PAY COMMISSION
Staff: Kenneth S. Lemberg, J.D. (410) 764-8604; e-mail: kenneth.lemberg@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/equalpaycomm.shtml

Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Governor)

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Jimmy V. Dulay, 2019; Melissa R. Wells, 2019; Melissa A. Osborne Groves, Ph.D., 2020; Robin G. Walker, 2021; Tin Zhang, Ph.D., 2022; Raymond D. Butler, 2023; Patricia M. Baldwin, 2024; Michelle Daugherty Siri, Esq., 2024; Nune Hovhannisyan, Ph.D., 2025; one vacancy.

Ex officio: Tiffany P. Robinson, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Matthew S. Helminiak, Commissioner of Labor & Industry; Glendora C. Hughes, designee of Executive Director, Commission on Civil Rights.

Meetings:

POLICY
Vacancy, Director (410) 767-2962


BUILDING CODES ADMINISTRATION
(P00D0109, formerly S00A2203, formerly 37.01.21.03)
FY2021 appropriation: $678,906; authorized positions: 3
Norman C. Wang, Director (410) 767-0548
e-mail: norman.wang1@maryland.gov
web: www.labor.maryland.gov/labor/build/

MARYLAND BUILDING REHABILITATION CODE PROGRAM
Staff: Jun Zhao (410) 767-2349; e-mail: jun.zhao@maryland.gov
MARYLAND BUILDING REHABILITATION CODE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Chair (chosen by Governor): Brian S. Geraci, State Fire Marshal

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms: Miles J. Haber, 2011; Katherine A. Hearn, 2012; Sharon S. Gilyeat, 2013; Johns W. Hopkins, Jr., 2014; Richard G. Murphy, 2015; Harold W. Boling, Jr., 2016.

William V. Funk, Jr., 2017; Sei-Hwa Steve Shen, 2017; Raymond C. O'Brocki III, 2018; Owen Taylor, 2019; Ghanshyam K. Patel, 2020; Steven M. Lichter, 2021; Richard W. Eichelberger, 2022; Jason C. Green, 2023; Shawn P. Hagan, 2023.

seven vacancies

Ex officio: Carol A. Beatty, Secretary of Disabilities; Carol Anne Gilbert, designee of Secretary of Housing & Community Development; Tiffany P. Robinson, Esq., Secretary of Labor; Michael K. Day, designee of State Historic Preservation Officer.

Meetings:

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS & CLASSIFICATION
(P00D0102)
FY2021 appropriation: $2,258,296; authorized positions: 23
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-2394
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/wages/
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Tralene Putman, Administrator (410) 767-2373
e-mail: tralene.putman@maryland.gov

Window washers, Lombard St., Baltimore, Maryland, May 2011. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

WORKER CLASSIFICATION PROTECTION UNIT
James A. Tudor, Administrator (410) 767-2968
e-mail: james.tudor@maryland.gov


LIVING & PREVAILING WAGE PROGRAMS


LIVING WAGE UNIT
James A. Tudor, Administrator (410) 767-2968
e-mail: james.tudor@maryland.gov


PREVAILING WAGE UNIT
(P00D0107)
FY2021 appropriation: $741,761; authorized positions: 9
James A. Tudor, Administrator (410) 767-2968
e-mail: james.tudor@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/prev/

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH
(P00D0108)
FY2021 appropriation: $10,428,846; authorized positions: 97
Michael Stracka, Assistant Commissioner for Occupational Safety & Health (410) 527-2065
e-mail: michael.stracka@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/mosh/

Michael A. Penn, Chief of Compliance (410) 527-2062; e-mail: michael.penn@maryland.gov

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD
Staff: Tiffany R. Jones (410) 767-2182; e-mail: tiffany.jones@maryland.gov

Appointed by Commissioner of Labor & Industry with approval of Secretary of Labor to 6-year terms:
Emory E. Knowles, Chair (chosen by Commissioner of Labor & Industry), 2023
Clifford S. Mitchell, M.D., 2020; Edward J. Singer, 2020; Richard Ruehl, 2021; Neil B. Christopher, 2022; Steven Connelly, 2022; John Gibula, 2022; Elizabeth (Sissy) Martin, 2022; Francisco (Frank) Trujillo, 2022; Carol A. Dodson, 2023.

Ex officio (nonvoting): Matthew S. Helminiak, Commissioner of Labor & Industry

Meetings: quarterly

CONSULTATION SERVICES
Bradley W. Meushaw (410) 527-4467
e-mail: bradley.meushaw@maryland.gov

OUTREACH, TRAINING, & EDUCATION
Arathi Kemparaju (410) 527-2089
e-mail: arathi.kemparaju@maryland.gov

RESEARCH & STATISTICS
Stephen C. Bisson, Administrator (410) 527-4463
e-mail: stephen.bisson@maryland.gov

SAFETY & HEALTH COMPLIANCE SERVICES
Keith B. Owens, Assistant Program Chief (410) 527-4446
e-mail: keith.owens@maryland.gov

SAFETY INSPECTION
(P00D0105)
FY2021 appropriation: $5,437,377; authorized positions: 51
David F. Dearborn, Program Manager (410) 767-0909
e-mail: david.dearborn@maryland.gov

AMUSEMENT RIDE INSPECTION
James R. Harper, 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: Pamela A. Torres (410) 767-2330; e-mail: pamela.shiflett@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/amusbd.shtml

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Glenn D. Fishack, Sr., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2022
Samantha B. La Mell, Esq., 2022; Stephan Pastusak, 2022; Roy Shaw, 2022; Karen C. Nicklas, 2023; Timothy S. Borden, 2024; Steven M. Rothenberg, 2024; Gordon B. Trimper, 2025; one vacancy.

Meetings:

BOILER & PRESSURE VESSEL SAFETY INSPECTION
Steven F. Noonan, Acting 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: tiffany.jones@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/boilbd.shtml

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor & Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Ashwani K. Gupta, Ph.D., Chair (chosen by Board), 2024
Eric Harvey, 2022; Brian M. Wodka, 2022; Carey M. Dove, 2024; Richard C. Ludlow, 2025; John E. Dunnock, 2025; Kevin J. Mulvey, 2025; one vacancy.

Ex officio: Matthew S. Helminiak, Commissioner of Labor & Industry

ELEVATOR SAFETY INSPECTION
Ralph K. 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)
FY2021 appropriation: $431,916; authorized positions: 4
Vacancy, Chief Inspector (410) 767-2052
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/safety/rail.shtml

DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL LICENSING

Vacancy, Deputy Commissioner (410) 230-6225

STATE ATHLETIC COMMISSION
Patrick S. Pannella, Executive Director (410) 230-6223; e-mail: patrick.pannella@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/ath/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 6-year terms:
David J. Norman, Esq., Chair (chosen by Commission), 2027
Charles J. Gast, 2023; Leonard E. Moore, 2023; David S. Shull, 2023; Brian D. Boles, 2025.

STATE BOARD OF BARBERS
Erica R. Lewis-Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6193; e-mail: erica.lewis@maryland.gov; barbers.cos@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/barbers/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
Lawrence K. Franklin,, President (chosen by Governor), 2025
Derick L. Ausby, Sr., Secretary (chosen by Governor), 2013
Vacancy, Treasurer (chosen by Governor)
Andrew Campbell, 2018; James Dickerson, 2020; Lisa M. Ennis, 2024; Brenda F. Gould, D.N.P., 2024.

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/

Edgar Allan Poe Tombstone, Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, West Fayette St. & Greene St., Baltimore, Maryland, August 2018. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

ADVISORY COUNCIL ON CEMETERY OPERATIONS
Appointed by Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Frank A. Porter, Chair (chosen by Secretary of Labor), 2021
J. Michael Bennett, 2021; Rebecca Edmision, 2021; David Zinner, 2021; Craig Huff, 2022; Bruce Hultquist, 2022; Yvonne Fisher, 2023; Erich March, 2023; Walter S. Tegeler III, 2023; two vacancies.

STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGISTS
Erica R. Lewis-Thomas, Executive Director (410) 230-6193; e-mail: erica.lewis@maryland.gov; barbers.cos@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/cos/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Rachel Allen, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2018
Sabita D. Persaud, Ph.D., 2021; Tammy L. Ehrbaker, 2022; Tracie D. Hunt, 2023; Danielle Anderson, 2024; Shanay L. Dudley, 2024; April A. Kenney, 2024.

STATE BOARD OF ELECTRICIANS
Robin S. Bailey, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: robin.bailey@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/elec/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Jack N. Wilson, Jr., Chair (chosen by Board in Jan., 1-year term), 2021
Chet Brown, 2021; Francis E. Harrison, Jr., 2021; John Peterson, 2021; Jose Anderson, 2022; Paul P. J. Donaghue, 2022; Steven M. Petri, Sr., 2022; Gregg Scott Kaderabek, 2023; one vacancy.

ELEVATOR SAFETY REVIEW BOARD
Robin S. Bailey, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: robin.bailey@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/elev/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor & Senate advice & consent to 3-year terms:
Edward M. Hord, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2022


Robert L. Purkey, Jr.; one vacancy. Terms expire 2019.

John F. Arizaga, 2022; Gary W. Brown, 2023; Brian M. Wodka, 2023; Lance R. Brown, 2024; Gregory A. Restivo, 2024; two vacancies. Terms expire 2022.

Ex officio: Matthew S. Helminiak, Commissioner of Labor & Industry

STATE BOARD OF STATIONARY ENGINEERS
Robin S. Bailey, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: robin.bailey@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/stateng/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Board, 1-year term)
Lance R. Brown, 2021; Gregory A. Restivo, 2021; John F. Arizaga, 2022; Gary W. Brown, 2023; Brian M. Wodka, 2023; two vacancies.

Ex officio (nonvoting): Steven F. Noonan, Chief Boiler Inspector

STATE BOARD OF FORESTERS
Shanai R. Jordan, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: shanai.jordan@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/for/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 5-year terms:
Michael J. Huneke, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2022
Daniel Ray Rider, 2023; Anthony H. DiPaolo, 2024; Donald C. Outen, 2024; G. Jill Rhyne-Grey, 2024; Brian F. Knox, 2025; John P. Markovich, 2026.

STATE BOARD OF HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR-CONDITIONING, & REFRIGERATION CONTRACTORS
Robin S. Bailey, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: robin.bailey@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/hvacr/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Brian M. Hamilton, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2021
Richard C. Ludlow, 2021; Michael J. Giangrandi, 2022; Amadou Magazi, 2022; Ezio S. Rebechi, Jr., 2022; Grant G. Gotlinger, 2023; three vacancies.

MARYLAND HOME IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION
David R. Finneran, Executive Director (410) 230-6169; e-mail: david.finneran@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/mhic/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
Joseph A. Tunney, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2023
James C. Berndt, 2021; Lawrence W. Helminiak, 2021; Michael A. Newton, 2021; Michael D. Shilling, 2022; Irma Jean P. White, 2022; Robert A. Altieri, 2024; Lauren E. Lake, Esq., 2024; Heather L. Connellee, 2025; William B. Quackenbush, Jr., 2025.

STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING
Robin S. Bailey, Executive Director (410) 230-6160; e-mail: robin.bailey@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/pl/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Joseph A. Radtka, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2022
Richard J. Small, 2020; Richard C. Bowers, 2021; Keith R. Horton, 2021; Gregory S. Schott, 2022; Michael J. Bowersox, 2023; Roland H. Mann, Jr., 2023; two vacancies.

STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY
Shanai R. Jordan, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: shanai.jordan@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/cpa/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
James E. Marshall, Jr., Chair (chosen by Board), 2023
Leslie A. Mostow, 2021; Brian M. Dunne, 2022; Jan L. Williams, Ph.D., 2022; Barrett E. Young III, 2022; Macon M. Ware III, 2023; Joseph P. Petito, Esq., 2024.

STATE COMMISSION OF REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS, APPRAISAL MANAGEMENT COMPANIES, & HOME INSPECTORS
Todd Blackistone, Executive Director (410) 230-6165; e-mail: todd.blackistone@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/reahi/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Anatol L. Polillo, Chair (chosen by Commission in Jan., 1-year term), 2024
Joseph L. Berk, 2019; Jeremiah P. Hosford, 2021; Coleen M. Courtney-Morrison, 2022; Harold H. Huggins, 2022; Michelle J. Marzullo, Esq., 2022; James C. Smith III, 2022; Nathan J. Cavey, Jr., 2023; Steven J. Feyerick, 2023; Stacy A. Harman, 2023; Thomas E. Owen, 2023; Karen J. Trendler, 2023; Henry R. Hergenroeder, Jr., 2024; Gwendolyn D. Skillern, 2024; Robert S. Troxell, 2024.

STATE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION
Michael L. Kasnic, Executive Director (410) 230-6227; e-mail: michael.kasnic@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/mrec/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
Vacancy, Chair (chosen by Commission in July, 1-year term)
James W. Reeder, 2019; Karen H. Baker, 2022; Marla S. Johnson, 2022; Anne S. Cooke, 2023; Demetria C. Scott, 2023; Kambon R. Williams, Esq., 2024; Jacinta R. Bottoms-Spencer, 2025; Donna L. Horgan, 2025; one vacancy.

STATE BOARD OF INDIVIDUAL TAX PREPARERS
Shanai R. Jordan, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: shanai.jordan@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/taxprep/

Appointed by Governor to 4-year terms with advice of Attorney General, Comptroller, & Secretary of Labor:
Steven P. Wions, Chair (chosen by Board), 2021
Jacqueline D. Clarke, 2020; Javier N. Solis, 2021; Jane M. Bourassa, 2023; Brian E. McCurdy, 2023; Janice Shih, Esq., 2023; Victoria Eve Kelly, Esq., 2024; Symon M. Manyara, Ph.D., 2024.

REGISTRATION OF LAND PROFESSIONALS
Staff: Sean A. Heeter (410) 230-6196; e-mail: sean.heeter@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/oilgas/

LICENSURE OF LOCKSMITHS
Staff: Sean A. Heeter (410) 230-6196; e-mail: sean.heeter@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/locksmiths/

LICENSURE OF SECONDHAND PRECIOUS METAL OBJECT DEALERS & PAWNBROKERS
Shanai R. Jordan, Executive Director (410) 230-6318; e-mail: shanai.jordan@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/pm/

LICENSURE OF SPORTS AGENTS
Patrick S. Pannella, Executive Director (410) 230-6223; e-mail: patrick.pannella@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/sports/

PROFESSIONAL LICENSING BOARDS
Joseph H. Cullingford, Executive Director (410) 230-6263
e-mail: joseph.cullingford@maryland.gov


Vacancy, Assistant Executive Director (410) 230-6262


OVERLAPPING PRACTICE PANEL


STATE BOARD OF ARCHITECTS
Joseph H. Cullingford, Executive Director (410) 230-6263; e-mail: joseph.cullingford@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/arch/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
Paul D. Edmeades, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2026
Douglas J. Polt, 2022; Gary R. Ey, 2023; Cynthia E. Shonaiya, 2023; Stephanie V. Hopkins, 2024; Kevin G. Sneed, 2024; Mark R. Flemming, 2025.

STATE BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS
Joseph H. Cullingford, Executive Director (410) 230-6263; e-mail: joseph.cullingford@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/pe/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
David G. Mongan, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2023
Sandra J. Murphy, 2020; Sallye E. Perrin, 2022; Karl J. Rickert, 2022; Justin A. Williams, Esq., 2022; Howard C. (Skip) Harclerode II, 2023; Pastor Farinas, 2025; Edward A. Hubner, 2026.

STATE BOARD OF CERTIFIED INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Joseph H. Cullingford, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: joseph.cullingford@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/cid/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Robyn I. Dubick, Chair (chosen by Board in June, 1-year term), 2022
Michael A. Daly, 2022; Cheryl P. Duvall, 2023; Carmen Parsons-Sneed, 2023; Suzanne Frasier, 2024.

STATE BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS
Joseph H. Cullingford, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: joseph.cullingford@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/ls/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 5-year terms:
John V. Mettee III, Chair (chosen by Governor), 2025
Thomas L. Frazier, Jr., 2022; Derrick W. McLaughlin, 2022; Thomas M. Orisich, 2024; Tammy Y. Moore Rollins, 2024; Jeanne L. Nebre, 2025.

STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
Joseph H. Cullingford, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: joseph.cullingford@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/la/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent & advice of Secretary of Labor to 3-year terms:
Christopher L. Schein, Chair (chosen by Board in July, 1-year term), 2022
Gareth Diedrick, 2022; Grace E. Fielder, 2023; David H. O'Dell, 2023; one vacancy.

STATE BOARD OF PILOTS
Joseph H. Cullingford, Executive Director (410) 230-6262; e-mail: joseph.cullingford@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/license/bp/

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor to 2-year terms:
Alexander C. Sandy Steeves., Esq., Chair (chosen by Governor), 2022
David R. Chenowith, 2022; John R. Kinlein, 2022; Michael R. Reagoso, 2022; Kevin L. Hanna, 2023; Shimon D. Horowitz, 2023; one vacancy.

Ex officio: Gregory J. Morgan, designee of Secretary of Labor; Eric A. Nielsen, President, Association of Maryland Pilots.

DIVISION OF RACING

Harness racing, east of Denton (Caroline County), Maryland, August 2016. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

STATE RACING COMMISSION
(P00E0102)
FY2021 appropriation: $70,508,198; authorized positions: 4
(410) 296-9682
e-mail: racing@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/

Appointed by Governor with Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms:
Michael J. Algeo, Chair (chosen by Governor in July, 1-year term), 2024
R. Thomas Bowman, D.V.M., 2022; David Hayden, 2022; Clarissa A. Coughlin, 2023; Thomas W. Winebrener, 2023; Emmet C. Davitt, Esq., 2024; Konrad M. Wayson, 2024; Ernest R. Grecco, 2025; Tammy L. Lafferty, Esq., 2025.

Appointed by Governor: E. Randolph Marriner, State Lottery & Gaming Control Commission Liaison

MARYLAND-BRED RACE FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Cricket Goodall, Administrator (410) 252-2100
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/advi.shtml

Appointed by State Racing Commission with approval of Secretary of Labor to 1-year terms:
David Hayden, Chair (1-year term), 2022
Richie Blue; Georgeanne Hale; Michael Harrison; Timothy Keefe; Kent Murray. Terms expire 2022.

MARYLAND STANDARDBRED RACE FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Cheri Stambaugh, Fund Administrator (410) 775-0152
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/racing/fund.shtml

Appointed by State Racing Commission with approval of Secretary of Labor to 4-year terms:
Tammy L. Lafferty, Esq., Chair (1-year term), 2023
Gary White, 2019; Sharon Roberts, 2021; James Ladwig, 2022; Peter Szymanski, 2022; Lisa Watts, 2023.

DIVISION OF UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

Entrance, 1100 North Eutaw St., Baltimore, Maryland, October 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

BENEFIT PAYMENT CONTROL
Kenneth E. Young, Supervisor (410) 767-2600
e-mail: ken.young@maryland.gov

BENEFITS
Stanley E. Anderson, Director (410) 767-3252
e-mail: stanley.anderson@maryland.gov

CONTRIBUTIONS
Meena Agarwal, Director (410) 767-2492
e-mail: meena.agarwal@maryland.gov

Vacancy, Deputy Director (410) 767-2492

ACCOUNT MAINTENANCE
Scott A. Lucas, Chief (410) 767-2685
e-mail: scott.lucas@maryland.gov

ACCOUNTING & FUND MANAGEMENT
Vacancy, Chief (410) 767-2667

AUDIT REVIEW DETERMINATION
Harry M. Friedman, Administrator (410) 767-2104; e-mail: harry.friedman@maryland.gov

LITIGATION & PROSECUTION
Jae Shin, Esq., Supervisor (410) 767-2813; e-mail: jae.shin@maryland.gov

POLICY & PLANNING
Vacancy, Administrator (410) 767-4366

RE-EMPLOYMENT
Shemel A. Bowden, Manager (410) 767-2463; e-mail: shemel.bowden@maryland.gov

TAX ENFORCEMENT
Marius C. Chukwurah, Chief (410) 368-5388
e-mail: marius.chukwurah@maryland.gov

DIVISION OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & ADULT LEARNING

Erin J. Roth, Deputy Assistant Secretary (410) 767-5870
e-mail: erin.roth@@maryland.gov

1100 North Eutaw St., Baltimore, Maryland, October 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

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: http://labor.maryland.gov/labor/appr/apprcouncil.shtml
APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COUNCIL
Brian S. Cavey, Chair (chosen by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor, 4-year term), 2025

Appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor and Senate advice & consent to 4-year terms: John C. Livingston, Jr., 2009; Christine Z. Banovic, 2022; Leon W. Bromley, 2022; Allen B. Clinedinst, 2022; David E. Smarte, 2023; David J. Wilson, Sr., 2023; Michelle L. Butt, 2024; Neil E. Wilford, Jr., 2024; Stephanie L. Anderson, 2025; Norbert R. Klusmann, Sr., 2025; Grant B. Shmelzer, 2025.

Consultants appointed by Governor with advice of Secretary of Labor: Charles J. Beeson, 2019; Shaunta J. Chapple, 2025; one vacancy.

Ex officio (nonvoting): Tiara D. Booker-Dwyer, Assistant State Superintendent for Career & College Readiness, State Dept. of Education; Robert H. Laudeman, State Director, Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training, U.S. Dept. of Labor.

YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Staff: Jeffrey W. Smith (410) 767-0227; e-mail: jeffrey.smith1@maryland.gov


Appointed by Governor:
Grant B. Shmelzer, Chair
Michelle L. Butt; Brian S. Cavey; Jason Dee Hardebeck; Jill M. McClune; Judith L. Hales Olinger; David S. Thaler; Kelly M. Winters; two vacancies.

Ex officio: Sarah D. Sheppard, designee of Secretary of Commerce; Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools; Shauntia Lindsay, designee of Secretary of Juvenile Services; Tiffany P. Robinson, Esq., Secretary of Labor; James E. Rzepkowski, Assistant Secretary for Workforce Development & Adult Learning.

COMMUNICATIONS
Susan R. Kaliush, Manager (410) 767-2041
e-mail: susan.kaliush@maryland.gov

MARYLAND EMPLOYMENT ADVANCEMENT RIGHT NOW (EARN) PROGRAM
Mary C. Keller, Administrator (410) 767-2017
e-mail: mary.keller@maryland.gov

MONITORING & COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
Tanya Y. Washington, Manager (410) 767-2098
e-mail: tanya.washington@maryland.gov

NEW AMERICANS WORKFORCE PROGRAM
Eun Young Hong, Coordinator (410) 767-3282
e-mail: eunyoung.hong1@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/newamerwrkforce.shtml

POLICY
Lauren E. Gilwee, Director (410) 767-2268
e-mail: lauren.gilwee@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF ADULT EDUCATION & LITERACY SERVICES
(P00G0112)
FY2021 appropriation: $3,299,034; authorized positions: 15
Terry R. Gilleland, Jr., Director (410) 767-1008
e-mail: terry.gilleland@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

ADULT INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES SECTION
Ellen N. Beattie, Ph.D., Chief (410) 767-0161
e-mail: ellen.beattie@maryland.gov

GED TESTING SERVICE SECTION
Molly H. Dugan, Chief (410) 767-0069
e-mail: molly.dugan@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION
(P00G0113, formerly R00A0115, 36.01.01.15)
FY2021 appropriation: $15,503,582; authorized positions: 146
Danielle J. Cox, Director of Education & Workforce Skills Training for Correctional Institutions (410) 767-9769
e-mail: danielle.cox@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/ce/

CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION COUNCIL
Co-Chair: Tiffany P. Robinson, Esq., Secretary of Labor
Co-Chair: Robert L. Green, Secretary of Public Safety & Correctional Services

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: one vacancy

Representing a local correctional facility: Jack Kavanagh

Ex officio: Kelly M. Schulz, Secretary of Commerce; Mohammed Choudhury, State Superintendent of Schools; James D. Fielder, Jr., Ph.D., Secretary of Higher Education; Louis M. Dubin, Chair, Governor's Workforce Development Board; Dawn S. Lindsay, Ed.D., President, Anne Arundel Community College; Danielle J. Cox, Director of Education & Workforce Skills Training for Correctional Institutions.

ADULT CORRECTIONAL EDUCATION FIELD SERVICE
Jack B. Cunning, D.C., Field Director (410) 767-0079
e-mail: jack.cunning@maryland.gov

CENTRAL MARYLAND


JESSUP CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Jessup)
Cynthia L. Blackwell, Principal (410) 799-0100, ext. 2803; e-mail: cynthia.blackwell@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION - JESSUP
Ja'Ken T. Caston, Principal (410) 540-6785; e-mail: jaken.caston@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION FOR WOMEN - JESSUP
Ri'Chard A. McCarthy, Principal (410) 799-7279; e-mail: richard.mccarthy@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL PRE-RELEASE SYSTEM
Edward W. Schwabeland, Principal (410) 540-6687; e-mail: edward.schwabeland@maryland.gov

METROPOLITAN TRANSITION CENTER (Baltimore City)
Tricia L. Hopkins, Principal (410) 234-1836; e-mail: tricia.hopkins@maryland.gov

OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS TRAINING CENTER (Baltimore City)
Tricia L. Hopkins, Principal (410) 234-1836; e-mail: tricia.hopkins@maryland.gov

PATUXENT INSTITUTION (Jessup)
Cynthia L. Blackwell, Principal (410) 799-7279; e-mail: cynthia.blackwell@maryland.gov

EASTERN MARYLAND


EASTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Westover)
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

WESTERN MARYLAND


MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION - HAGERSTOWN
Jack R. Bentley, Principal (240) 420-1340; e-mail: jack.bentley@maryland.gov

MARYLAND CORRECTIONAL TRAINING CENTER (Hagerstown)
Deron R. Crawford, Principal (240) 420-1602; e-mail: deron.crawford@maryland.gov

NORTH BRANCH CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Cumberland)
Lonnie J. Lewis, Principal (301) 729-7599; e-mail: lonnie.lewis2@maryland.gov

ROXBURY CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Hagerstown)
Peggy M. Stanford, Principal (240) 420-3291; e-mail: peggy.stanford@maryland.gov

WESTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION (Cumberland)
Lonnie J. Lewis, Principal (301) 729-7149; e-mail: lonnie.lewis2@maryland.gov

PROGRAM COORDINATION SERVICES

ACADEMIC & ADVANCED EDUCATION
Patrick G. Hruz, Coordinator (410) 767-0498; e-mail: patrick.hruz1@maryland.gov

CORRECTIONAL LIBRARIES
June C. Brittingham, Supervisor (410) 845-4000, ext. 6423; e-mail: june.brittingham@maryland.gov

OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION
Tamara L. Barron, Coordinator (301) 767-9761; e-mail: tamara.barron@maryland.gov

SPECIAL EDUCATION
Katherine Lander, Coordinator (410) 767-0492; e-mail: katherine.lander1@maryland.gov

TECHNOLOGY
James D. Boden, Information Technology Specialist (301) 766-9443; e-mail: james.boden@maryland.gov

TRANSITION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Erica N. DuBose, Coordinator (410) 767-9764; e-mail: erica.dubose@maryland.gov

OFFICE OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
(P00G0107, formerly P00G0103, formerly P00G0104)
FY2021 appropriation: $75,665,331; authorized positions: 234.7
Lloyd H. Day, Director (410) 767-2995
e-mail: lloyd.day@maryland.gov

Lobby, 1100 North Eutaw St., Baltimore, Maryland, October 2019. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

BUSINESS SERVICES
Ann Marie Gunning, Manager (410) 767-9664; e-mail: annmarie.gunning@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/employment/busservices.shtml

DISABILITY & YOUTH SERVICES
Kristen Patterson, Coordinator (410) 767-4736; e-mail: kristen.patterson@maryland.gov


DISLOCATION SERVICES
Sheila Bouloubassis, Administrator (410) 767-2833; e-mail: sheila.bouloubassis@maryland.gov

PROFESSIONAL OUTPLACEMENT ASSISTANCE CENTER
Nancy F. Ceccorulli, Director (301) 362-1646; fax: (301) 362-9719; e-mail: nancy.fink@dmaryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/poac/

AMERICAN JOB CENTER CAREER SYSTEM
Lloyd H. Day, Director (410) 767-2995; e-mail: lloyd.day@maryland.gov
web: http://labor.maryland.gov/county/

LOCAL ONE-STOP CAREER CENTERS

MARYLAND RE-ENTRY INITIATIVE
Vacancy, Administrator (301) 767-2018


SPECIAL PROGRAMS
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


VETERANS SERVICES
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

Adam Greeney, Chief Economist (410) 767-2253
e-mail: adam.greeney@maryland.gov

1100 North Eutaw St., Baltimore, Maryland, April 2001. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.

BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS
Jones N. Williams, Administrator (410) 767-2265; e-mail: jonesn.williams@maryland.gov

MARYLAND WORKFORCE EXCHANGE
Chad H. White, Manager (410) 767-2103; e-mail: chad.white@maryland.gov
web: https://mwejobs.maryland.gov/vosnet/Default.aspx

PERFORMANCE & DATA QUALITY UNIT
Lynda G. Weber, Manager (410) 767-2902; e-mail: lynda.weber@maryland.gov

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