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Specialist for Assessment of Students with Disabilities

Education Program Specialist I

Recruitment #24-005055-0012

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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

21

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building
200 West Baltimore Street 
Baltimore, MD 21201

Hybrid schedules available

POSITION DUTIES

The position is responsible for assisting in the facilitation and coordination of MSDE content and assessment staff, staff in the Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Service, and vendors under contract with Maryland to ensure appropriate and timely development and administration of Maryland state assessments in which students with disabilities participate. This includes assisting with the management and coordination of state testing in LEA 24 schools (non-public schools). This position is housed in the assessments office and will include work with all state assessments.

Responsibilities include: 
  • Participates on project teams for the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) to ensure timely identification and resolution of issues related to the assessment for the students with disabilities. 
  • Provides technical support and training relating to test accommodations and participation of students with disabilities in state testing programs. 
  • Provides expert review of items and assessment forms for adherence to accessibility guidelines. 
  • Collaborates with assessment vendors to assure the proper maintenance, viability, and functioning of technologies needed to develop and administer assessments for students requiring accommodations and/or accessibility features. 
  • Provide training to designated educational stakeholders at the local, state, and national levels. 
  • Compile, sort, and analyze student data using excel or other data processing platforms. 
  • Monitor compliance with ordering testing materials, teacher training, and student registration for state assessments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Master’s degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate coursework from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of professional administrative or teaching experience in or affiliated with an education program, including one year of experience coordinating, monitoring or administering Special Education assessments. Experience with selecting, implementing, and monitoring accommodations for students with disabilities.

Notes: 
1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree and two additional years of experience directly related to the position option for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree at an accredited college or university in a field related to the position 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 Office of Human Resources.
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.

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 in providing technical assistance to various, diverse audiences. 
  • Knowledge of State and Federal laws, regulations, policies and issues regarding Maryland assessments and students with disabilities. 
  • Knowledge of the Individual Education Program (IEP) used to develop strategies for accommodations. 
  • Experience in providing technical guidance for accommodations, accessibility, and special education as they relate to instruction and testing for students with disabilities. 
  • Experience with a variety of special education settings including non-public schools. 
  • Experience in managing and coordinating projects and timelines with a variety of stakeholders.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

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. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be in effect for at least one year.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. 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. 

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.


Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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