Job Description
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
Salary Grade 22
LOCATION OF POSITION
Nancy S. Grasmick Education
Building
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Hybrid schedule available
POSITION DUTIES
The Coordinator,
Office of Student Support and Federal Programs is responsible for providing
evidence- and outcomes-based support to the central administration and
coordination of Title I, Part A – Supporting Basic Programs Operated by Local
Education Agencies - at the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The
Coordinator provides customer service and assistance 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. Specifically, this
position 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 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.
Duties include:
Researches and
compiles best practices for the successful implementation of the Title I, Part
A Program.
Conducts and documents
mandatory LEA visits for specific purposes.
Secures resources or
support for the LEA Title I Coordinators and other LEA partners.
Ensures that LEAs
maintain programmatic and fiscal compliance with funds spent on improving the
Title I Program.
Assists with planning
the Title I Administrative Meetings, conferences, institutes, regional
trainings, and other branch meetings and professional development.
Assists in the
development and review of guidelines, regulations, and information
publications.
Writes reports and
position papers related to comprehensive planning, evidence-based school
improvement, and Title I.
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, including two years of experience in coordinating or
administering an education program or service directly related to School
Improvement or Title I, Part A.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute a
Bachelor’s Degree with 7 years of the specified content experience to satisfy
the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
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 Human Resource Management Branch of the
Division of Business Services.
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 managing the requirements of the
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
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
Experience planning or administering
conferences, trainings, meetings, or professional development opportunities.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are subject to a criminal
background investigation in accordance with the federal Family
Law Article, Section 5.5.
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
STATE OF MARYLAND 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.
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