Lead Specialist, Student Behavior and School Climate
Education Program Specialist II
Recruitment #24-005056-0012
Department | MD State Department of Education |
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Date Opened | 10/25/2024 09:45:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 11/8/2024 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $89,913.00 - $145,151.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Holly Winchester |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
Telework Eligible | Yes |
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
22
LOCATION OF POSITION
Nancy S. Grasmick Education
Building
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Hybrid schedule available
POSITION DUTIES
The Specialist is the Department’s lead point of contact for student behavior and school climate to reduce disruption, increase positive student behaviors, and improve school climate.
This position has primary responsibility for providing leadership, consultation, direction and technical assistance in the development and implementation of behavioral interventions at the school, school system and State level. This position also identifies best practices and evidence-based interventions for managing student behavioral issues at the universal, secondary and tertiary levels and leads training and technical assistance efforts to the local education agency.
The Specialist will lead interagency efforts related to student behavior and discipline and functions as Project Director on related grant programs and other behavioral interventions in Maryland public schools.
The Lead Specialist, in cooperation with the Division of Special Education, Early Intervention Services, provides guidance and technical assistance to local education agency personnel, other agencies, and within the department in accordance with national standards, best practice guidelines, laws and regulations, and Department policies and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A
Master’s degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate
course work from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five
years of administrative or teaching experience in, or affiliated with, an
education program designed for K-12 students, including two years of experience
in coordinating or administering an education program or service directly
related to school climate or student services programs.
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 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.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet
the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and
specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
- At least one year of experience with leadership in special education services and/or student support services
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 interpreting and implementing education policies.
- Knowledge and experience with the collaborative project across special education and student services.
- Experience with strategic planning processes.
- Experience with program management and evaluation.
- Experience providing technical assistance and training.
- Experience preparing legislative or executive level reports.
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. We will
not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will
be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
BENEFITS
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. |