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Fiscal Specialist, Federal Programs

Program Manager I

Recruitment #24-005476-0037

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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

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

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

Hybrid schedule available

POSITION DUTIES

The main purpose of this position is to provide fiscal support to the Office of Federal Programs in the fiscal oversight of federal grants administered in the Division of Student Support and Federal Programs. The Fiscal Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating and reporting, the fiscal operations related to Title grants under the Office of Federal Programs. The Specialist will support functions including, but not limited to budgets, fiscal controls, accounting transactions/reports, Financial Management Information System (FMIS), and Annual Financial Reporting (AFR) access, procurement, internal/external audits, processing and tracking expenditures, training and advising clerical/professional support staff with creating and maintaining budgets.

The Specialist will monitor and keep track of fiscal components of assigned grant programs and provide support to local education agencies (LEAs) on the fiscal requirements of The Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Support will be given to the Executive Director, Fiscal Director, and Directors and Managers of individualized federal programs in the design and development of processes and materials to support the activities of the office.  

The Specialist will have responsibilities for providing technical assistance to LEAs to implement strategies, programs, and fiscal practices that support improved student performance. The Specialist will assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of federal programs to improve the teaching and learning of disadvantaged children in Maryland. This specialist will use knowledge and experience in comprehensive needs analysis, school reform, evidence-based school improvement research and practices, program evaluation, staff development, and parent involvement to evaluate program effectiveness and assist LEAs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Experience: Four (4) years of professional experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles. One (1) year of the required experience must be in federal, state, or local Government Accounting.

Notes: 
1. Applicants may substitute possession of a Master’s Degree, or 36 post-baccalaureate credit hours of coursework, from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, or Economics for one year of the required experience.
2. Applicants may substitute possession of a CPA for one year of the required experience. 

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

  • Must have 1 year of experience with Federal Grant funded programs

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.

  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental budgeting. 
  • Experience with Federal and State financial reporting. 
  • Experience working with the State of Maryland’s Financial Management Information System (FMIS). 
  • Experience with Grant management 
  • Experience with preparing, analyzing and interpreting financial, statistical and narrative reports of fiscal services, activities and projects.     

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 and 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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