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EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER II

CHIEF- SPECIAL EDUC PERFORMANCE SUPPORT & TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Recruitment #21-005059-0002

Introduction



The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.

GRADE

State Salary Grade 24

Annual Salary Range: $80,074 - $104,251 (with progression to $128,568)

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building

200 West Baltimore Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

Under the supervision of the Assistant State Superintendent, this position serves as the lead for implementation of differentiated performance support to local school systems and public agencies and is responsible for the identification of learning needs, and the development and implementation of statewide universal, targeted, and focused professional learning/technical assistance.

POSITION DUTIES

Provides leadership and direction to the Performance Support and Technical Assistance Branch that is focused on building the capacity of local school systems, public agencies, and institutions of higher education, to narrow the performance gap and enable all students with disabilities to exit education community, career and college ready; supervises staff with State-level responsibility for providing review and support of local school system, non-local school system and institutes of higher education funding; implements the State's birth through 21 seamless comprehensive system of coordinated services; supports local infants and toddlers and special education programs; facilitates special education and related services for children with disabilities ages three through twenty-one under Part B and birth through age four under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); supervises systems and data informed systematic planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidenced-based professional development; provides leadership and direction to support the evidence-based practices for Early Childhood, Assessment, and Specially Designed Instruction sections through the development, implementation, and evaluation of a standards-aligned IEP.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  Possession of a Master’s degree in Special Education.

EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of related experience in coordinating or administering special education programs or services. Three (3) years of the required experience must have been in direct supervision of other professional employees.

NOTES:

1.  Two additional years of experience directly related to the position option may be substituted for the required Master’s Degree.

2.   Possession of a Doctorate in a field related to the position may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

3.  The required field of education and experience are unique for each option and are established by MSDE in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The specific education and experience qualifications for each position are on record in the Human Resource Management Branch of the Division of Business Services of the Department of Education.

4.  Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Education Program classifications or Education Program specialty codes in the Education field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

One year supervisory experience of a Special Education or Early Intervention program servicing individuals with disabilities and their families. 

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of State and federal laws, regulations, policies, and issues affecting young children with disabilities and their families; knowledge of early intervention and early childhood education programs; skill in analyzing and interpreting data for program improvement ability to manage multiple tasks; ability to interpret and apply pertinent laws and regulations; ability to establish and maintain working relationships; ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing, through the presentation of concise yet comprehensive training, analyses and reports.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

For education obtained outside of the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation will be required prior to hire. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this position online go to MSDE Jobs on JobAps (or complete an MSDE Application on marylandpublicschools.org). On-line applications (and resumes) are the preferred method for receiving your application/attachments.  Using this method will allow applicants to access their documents for future recruitments for which they apply and verify that the appropriate documents (resume-credentials) have been attached to the recruitment that requires them. Applicants must include their resume and provide sufficient information on the application to document that they satisfy the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Please do not put "See Resume" in the job duties section of your application; your application will not be considered.

If you utilize fax or regular mail as the option to submit required attachments, you will need to resubmit these documents each time you apply for a new position that requires the attachments.  Additionally, you must include the following information on each page of the attachment you submit in order to ensure that we append the attachments to the correct recruitment: First and Last Name, Recruitment Number, and the last 4 digits of your SS# and indicate application for  - Education Program Manager II, Chief of Special Education Performance Support & Technical Assistance 066278 (JobAps # 21-005059-0002). Mailing Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 - This fax number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.

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. For inquiries or an MSDE Application, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit our website at http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/.

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and possible 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.


For immediate consideration please submit your application by April 23, 2021.


Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request





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