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STAFF SPECIALIST III EDUCATION

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING

Recruitment #18-005298-0009

GRADE

State Salary Grade 18

LOCATION OF POSITION

Workforce & Technology Center (WTC)

2301 Argonne Drive

Baltimore MD 21218

POSITION DUTIES

Provide leadership and direct, specialized technical assistance in the planning and implementation of programs for individuals who are Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing (Deaf/HOH) in need of services related to their disability. Provide coordination and implementation of services within WTC and throughout the state, in cooperation with staff serving consumers who are Deaf/HOH participating in a full range of WTC and Agency programs. Provide support to individuals who are Deaf/HOH, who are involved in WTC Career and Technology Training, Customized/Partnership Training and Employment Services activities, and serve as liaison with interpreting agencies to coordinate services for this population. Develop and implement supplemental programming to address the specialized needs of this population, working in cooperation with Agency Business Specialists, businesses, Center and Field staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Possession of a Master’s degree or at least 36 hours of equivalent post-baccalaureate course work.

Experience: Three years of administrative, librarian, teaching or rehabilitation work in education, library or rehabilitation programs for individuals who are D/HOH.  Experience in supervising programs and services for individuals who are D/HOH is preferred.

Note:  Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the Master’s degree or 36 hours of equivalent post-baccalaureate course work. 

 

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency in American Sign Language and knowledge of Deaf Culture is required.

Note:  **Applicant must meet the minimum and selective qualifications to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.  

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of rehabilitation services for the D/HOH, including accommodations and strategies related to the training and employment of persons with disabilities; knowledge of community resources and support services available for this population; knowledge of American Sign Language, Deaf Culture, and the specialized needs of Hard of Hearing and Deaf individuals; knowledge of leadership skills, supervision and team building. Ability to work as part of a staff team related to the statewide expansion, management, planning and delivery of services for individuals who are D/HOH; ability to lead an interdisciplinary team in the provision and implementation of programs and direct services to D/HOH individuals; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with and serve as a liaison to contracted interpreters, interpreting agencies and staff; ability to recommend and develop transition plans and communication strategies for consumers transitioning from one WTC service to another, and/or WTC to the community; ability to supervise staff and exercise initiative and sound judgment in making decisions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Flexible hours to meet consumers' needs; some travel; and evening hours required.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must complete the Maryland State Government on-line application for employment recruitment #18-005298-0009. The Application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the prerequisite Minimum Qualifications and possesses the Selective Qualifications for this position.

Paper applications can be completed and faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resource Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. To obtain a paper application visit our website dors.maryland.gov or marylandpublicschools.org.  Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9424.

Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850.

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, and travel throughout the State are required.  Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.  




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