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EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Educator Certification Specialist

Recruitment #19-005055-0004

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

Grade 21 Standard Salary Schedule

$61,754 - $90,193

LOCATION OF POSITION

200 West Baltimore Street

Baltimore, Maryland 21201  

Main Purpose of Job

This is a professional position responsible for providing technical assistance and expertise in all aspects relating to the application and interpretation of certification regulations and determining certification eligibility for teachers and other professional personnel currently employed and seeking employment in public and certain nonpublic schools and State institutions.

POSITION DUTIES

Provides technical assistance to assigned local school systems in reviewing, processing, and monitoring credentials for educator certification; determines eligibility for PreK-12 certification for teachers, supervisors, specialists, and administrators in local school systems, certain nonpublic schools, state institutions and those individuals seeking Maryland certification; assists with special assignments required by the Director and the Assistant State Superintendent for Educator Certification and Program Approval.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: 

A Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 post baccalaureate credit hours of course work in Education, Educational Administration/Supervision, or a related field.                                                                                                                

EXPERIENCE:

Four years of professional teaching or administrative work in or affiliated with an education program; experience that includes the interpretation and application of policies and regulations and/or certification policies and procedures is desired.  

NOTE:   Two years of additional experience as defined above may be substituted for the Master’s Degree.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of major trends, regulations, policies, and issues affecting educator certification; skill in the use of standard office software; skill in the assessment of credentials and experience in the interpretation and application of standards, regulations, and policies; ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; ability to manage high volume and multiple tasks; ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience that includes the interpretation and application of policies and regulations and/or educator certification policies and procedures is desired.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and possible travel throughout the State are required. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

Conclusion

For immediate consideration submit your application by February 1, 2019Open Until Filled.

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 employment (eligible) list for one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position and your answers to the supplemental questions.

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and not write "see resume.”

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this position online go to MSDE Jobs on JobAps (or complete an MSDE Application on marylandpublicschools.org). On-line applications (and resumes) are the preferred method for receiving your application/attachments. 

Applicants must include their resume and provide sufficient information on the application to document that they satisfy the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. 

If you utilize fax or regular mail as the option to submit required attachments, you will need to resubmit these documents each time you apply for a new position that requires the attachments.  Additionally, you must include the following information on each page of the attachment you submit in order to ensure that we append the attachments to the correct recruitment: First and Last Name, Recruitment Number, and the last 4 digits of your SS# and indicate application for  - Education Program Specialist I, Educator Certification Specialist, Position # 039736, Jobaps # 19-005055-0004.

Mailing Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland  21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 – This fax number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.  

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.

For inquiries or an MSDE Application, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit our website at http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/.   

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities available upon request




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