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EDUCATION SPECIALIST

HUMAN SERVICE PRGM PLN ADMINISTRATOR

Recruitment #25-001532-0004

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Introduction



 
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.
 
We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS, we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland, we leave no one behind. 
 

GRADE

ASTD17

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services
Social Services Administration 
Out-of-Home Care Unit 
25 South Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201 

Main Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for the development of policies and practices related to education services for children in out-of-home care and provides technical assistance to Local Departments of Social Services (LDSS) on policy and COMAR requirements and best practices. Monitors the use of funds allocated to the LDSS, tracks DHS’s educational expenditures, and oversees the Education Training Voucher (ETV), and the Maryland State Tuition Waiver for Foster Care Recipients. Oversees the federal education of the Fostering Connections Act and Every Student Succeed Act.  Works with stakeholders including the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Higher Education systems, and local education systems. 

POSITION DUTIES

  • Provides technical assistance to Local Departments of Social Services (LDSS) and other state agencies including the Department of Mental Health and Hygiene (DHMH), Department of Juvenile (DJS), Governor’s Office for Children (GOC), Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) on matters relating to education services for children in out-of-home care. 
  • Coordinates and implements the federal Every Student Succeeds Act across the state of Maryland in all 24 local jurisdictions. 
  • Schedules and facilitates regular meetings with DHS staff and community partners to address education issues. Develop and monitor the state plan for ongoing oversight and coordination of education services for children in Out-of- Home care as required by the Fostering Connections Act of 2008 and the Every Student Succeeds Act 2016. 
  • Provides technical assistance to LDSS to improve the educational outcomes for youth in out-of-home care and the State Plan. 
  • Manages and oversees Educational Stability for children in out-of-home care based on the Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoption Act of 2008 and the Every Student Succeeds Act. 
  • Manages and oversees the Maryland Tuition Waiver for Foster Care Recipients and the Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education:    A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional professional or technical experience in the administration of a human services program or experience conducting studies and analyses of programs, procedures, practices and organizations on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute graduate level education at an accredited college or university in a human services related field at the rate of 30 credit hours per year for up to two years of the required experience.

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.

A bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

One year experience working in child welfare.

One year of experience with K-12 special education programs.

One year of experience with knowledge of educational services, supports, opportunities, and requirements related to elementary education, secondary education, and post secondary education.

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.   If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate, your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.

  • Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
  • Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
  • Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.  
  • Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
  • Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.  
  • Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
  • Positions may be eligible for telework.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, Attn: Trelia Gunter, 25 S. Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

All mailed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by 5 p.m. on the closing date. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application. 

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please email requested information only to trelia.gunter@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. 

If you have any questions concerning this recruitment process for this position, please contact 410-767-7416. 

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
 
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

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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