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
ASTD 12
LOCATION OF POSITION
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, MD 21218
Main Purpose of Job
This position plans, implements,
and coordinates employment services for individuals being served at the
Workforce & Technology Center. This position works in partnership with the
local business community to develop job opportunities, and provides job placement
and coordinates job supports, as needed, to promote successful worksite
integration, and assists consumers in obtaining and maintaining employment.
This position also works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to ensure the
delivery of comprehensive services and to ensure the application of federal and
state laws, regulations and Division policy in the provision of job placement
services that will result in individuals with disabilities obtaining and
maintaining gainful employment consistent with their skills, capacities, and
vocational choices as defined within their developed Individualized Plan for
Employment (IPE).
POSITION DUTIES
Place individuals into employment and provide support services. Perform job development and job placement activities for DORS consumers who have graduated from WTC Training Programs and support employment services to other regions as needed; provide job seeking skills training; consult on job readiness and placement issues, labor market trends, ADA and accommodation issues for DORS staff and consumers; interface with businesses throughout the state to develop employment, internship and on-the-job training opportunities and to provide information and technical assistance on employment of individuals with disabilities; assist in staff training on job development/placement and labor market issues; maintain liaison with organizations and committees concerned with employment; give presentations as needed related to employment; maintain files on businesses, job ready consumers, and job orders; document consumer contact and job placement activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree.
Experience: Professional experience in a behavioral or social science related field is preferred.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience
in the VR and/or Human Services - related field.
- Experience
with providing career counseling and case management.
- Professional
experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Experience
with preparing others for employment, using job seeking tools and resources.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must consent to State
Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees
in this classification.
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.
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
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants
must complete the MD State Government on-line application for employment
recruitment #21-005044-0013. The application must clearly demonstrate that the
applicant meets the prerequisite Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Please do not put "See Resume" in the job duties section of your
application; your application will not be considered. Paper applications
can be completed and faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resource
Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. To obtain a paper
application visit our website dors.maryland.gov or marylandpublicschools.org.
TDD (410) 554-9399. Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9394. 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.
Proof of
eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act,
and 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. Applicants must consent to State
Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees
with this Agency.
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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.