Job Description

Introduction

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population students, teachers, principals, and other educatorsthroughout Maryland.

GRADE

21 Salary will be based on qualifications and Agency Budget allowance

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building 200 West Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21201 Hybrid schedule available (2 telework days permitted each week)

POSITION DUTIES

This position serves as an extended learning opportunities specialist responsible for providing leadership and technical assistance in the areas of summer and after school learning opportunities and youth development to 21st Century Community grant recipients and Marylands 24 local education agencies (LEAs). Responsibilities include: Serves as the technical specialist for monitoring of 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) funded afterschool programs. Provides leadership, managerial direction, and technical assistance to local recipients of the 21st CCLC funded grants. Assists in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of afterschool programs designed to improve the academic achievement of disadvantaged children. Provides professional development to 21st CCLC grantees in Marylands 24 LEAs.

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: Four years of administrative or teaching experience in, or affiliated with, an education program. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelors degree and 6 years of experience directly related to the position option for the required education. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the position option 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.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Must have 2 years of experience in writing, reviewing or managing State or Federal grants.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications. Project Management experience, to include directing, leading, planning and managing projects. Experience in developing, coordinating, and delivering training. Experience with preparing written reports and presentations.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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

SELECTION PROCESS

This recruitment may also be used to fill future Regular and Contractual vacancies. 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 theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government onlineapplication for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate thatthe applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtainedfrom the link below and mailed to MSDE Officeof Human Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If thereis a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in withyour paper application, if you are unable to apply online. All application materials must be received in our office by the closingdate. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to beconsidered including all related job duties, even if those are also listedon an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application and mailed to theaddress listed. Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriateaccommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questionsabout this online application system, please contact the MD Department ofBudget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay. Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the ImmigrationReform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experiencerequirements for this position may result in non-selection or terminationof employment. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting,retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the Statesdiversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouragedto apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

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