Director, Office of School Improvement and Supports
Education Program Manager II
Recruitment #23-005059-0005
Department | MSDE - Deputy for Teaching and Learning |
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Date Opened | 6/2/2023 2:45:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 9/22/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $111,302.00 - $154,319.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Holly Winchester |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
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
LOCATION OF POSITION
Nancy S. Grasmick Education
Building
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
POSITION DUTIES
The Director, Office
of School Improvement and Supports provides visionary leadership in the
development and implementation of a state-wide system of support to local
education agencies (LEAs) and private agencies to ensure that economically
disadvantaged students receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education
through the central administration and coordination of Title I Programs at the
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).
The Director will support
LEAs in operationalizing and deploying comprehensive policies and practices
that provide high-quality instruction, support, and services to students to
accelerate learning, especially for those who have been historically
underserved, to improve the performance of its lowest performance schools to
ensure success for every student; and in support of the MSDE’s implementation
of the multiyear strategic plan and the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.
The Director, Office
of School Improvement and Supports will ensure the efficient execution of the
full life cycle of Title I Programs by utilizing consistent systems and
processes for administering Title I, Part A programs and initiatives inclusive
of Parent and Family Engagement, and the Migrant Education, Neglected and
Delinquent, and State Homeless federal grant programs in LEAs. This position
will increase the quality and impact of Title I programs aligned to and
operating within all federal requirements; and implement year-round
professional learning rooted in best-in-class school transformation and
improvement practices to accelerate student achievement.
The Director will
design and facilitate high-quality professional learning to build LEA capacity
to develop and implement evidence-based, equitable, and best in class programs,
services, instructional practices, and policies. The Director will lead the
team and LEAs toward accomplishing federal program goals at scale in close
collaboration with other program offices. The Director will also spearhead MSDE’s
collaboration and coordination with diverse communities and stakeholders to
analyze programs and strategies that promote and sustain evidence-based and
culturally responsive practices for Title I schools.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A
Bachelor’s degree in education or a related area from an accredited college or
university.
Experience: Five
years of experience in coordinating or administering education programs or
services, including two years of experience directly related to School
Improvement or Title I, Part A. Experience must include one year of supervising
professional education program staff.
Notes:
1. Candidates may
substitute the possession of a Master’s degree or the equivalent of 36 credit
hours of post-baccalaureate course work in Education or a related area for two
years of the required experience directly related to the position option.
2. Candidates may
substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or
university in a field related to the position option for three years 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 Office of Human Resources.
4. Candidates may
substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of
Corporal/Petty Officer or higher 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, one
year of which must have been in an administrative supervisory or consultative
capacity.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be
given to applicants who possess the following preferred
qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your
application regarding your qualifications.
- Experience managing the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
- Knowledge of school improvement research, evidence-based practices, and comprehensive school reform strategies
- Experience with managing Title I or other federally funded grant programs
- Experience with the design and development of the process and materials to support the School Improvement process and the state and federal guidelines and compliance
- Skills in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating educational programs, especially those focused on producing high-quality outcomes for historically disadvantaged students
- Experience with coaching and team management: the ability to set clear and high expectations and hold teams accountable to those expectations; the ability and desire to coach and develop individuals and teams to reach short- and long-term goals
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are subject to a criminal
background investigation in accordance with the federal Family
Law Article, Section 5.5.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
It is preferred that
applicants complete the MD State Government online application for
employment, as well as upload a Resume. The application must clearly
demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the
position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be
obtained from the link below and mailed to MSDE Office of Human
Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a
supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your
paper application, if you are unable to apply online.
All application materials must be received in
our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job
duties, even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional
required materials may be uploaded with the online application or mailed to
the address listed.
Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TDD
410-333-3045. 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. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.
Proof of eligibility to work is required in
compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any
misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position
may result in non-selection or termination of employment.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is
committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are
reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and
bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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