Spec Educ Birth – 21 Accountability for Improved Performance Spec
Education Program Specialist I
Recruitment #22-005055-0026
Department | MSDE - Division of Spec Educ/Early Intervent Svcs |
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Date Opened | 9/16/2022 2:00:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 11/16/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $74,344 - $119,591.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Daniel Otakie |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
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
State Salary Grade 21
Salary Range: $74,344 - $119,591
*State Salary
Guidelines apply for current State employees.
LOCATION OF POSITION
Nancy S. Grasmick
Education Building
200 West Baltimore
Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
This position
is responsible for implementing the Birth – 21 Accountability for Improved
Performance (AIP) system that is an integral part of the Maryland State
Department of Education, Division of Early Intervention/Special Education
Services (DEI/SES) general supervision responsibility under the federal
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
The AIP
process serves to monitor local public provider agencies (Statewide) serving
infants, toddlers, young children and youth with disabilities and their
families in the implementation of the 20 USC §1400, 34 CFR §§300 and 303, and
the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) as it pertains to the provision of
early interventions and special education services. The process ensures emphasis
is placed on those requirements that are most closely related to improving
educational and functional outcomes for children with disabilities, Birth
through 21, by verifying data, examining implementation of evidence-based
practices, documenting noncompliance with the IDEA regulatory requirements, and
providing technical assistance for the timely correction of noncompliance. These activities raise State accountability
on federally specified indicators and have a direct result in how the federal
Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) makes a performance determination
status of the State.
POSITION DUTIES
Implements the Accountability for Improved
Performance (AIP) activities including, but not limited to:
- Conducts on-site monitoring activities that determine the Local Infants and Toddlers Program (LITP), Local Education Agency (LEA) and Public Agency (PA) compliance with the IDEA and COMAR as it pertains to children with disabilities, Birth – 21.
- Collects and reviews data to select those State and federal requirements requiring verification of compliance in LITPs, LEAs, and PAs.
- Assists the LITPs, LEAs, and PAs in developing processes that ensure compliance and supports improved results for children with disabilities, Birth – 21.
- Reviews LITPs, LEAs, and PAs documents for sufficiency to determine compliance with the IDEA and COMAR as each pertain to infants, toddlers, young children, and youth with disabilities and their families.
- Compiles and draft formal reports to LITPs, LEAs, and PAs on the results of monitoring activities and reports data-driven self-assessments for improved results for students with disabilities and compliance with prescribed federal and State laws and regulations.
- Serves as Division Contact for DEI/SES State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report (SPP/APR).
- Coordinates and maintains the DEI/SES SPP/APR in support of the goals and objectives established to meet the individual indicators.
- Collaborates with other divisions within the Department, task forces, work groups, advocacy organizations, professional organizations, as requested by the Branch Chief or Assistant State Superintendent. · Provides lead technical assistance and support to Division Branch Chiefs aligned with State Performance Plan and for reporting Annual Performance results.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
A Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 post baccalaureate credit hours of
course work in Education, Special Education or a related field.
EXPERIENCE:
Four (4) years of professional administrative experience in or
affiliated with special education or early intervention.
Notes:
- Candidates may substitute two additional years of experience directly related to the position option for the required education.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
One year of experience in
education program monitoring.
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.
- Knowledge of trends, regulations, policies, and issues governing early intervention and special education programs
- Knowledge of programs that address Local School System and Public Agency (PA) compliance with the IDEA and COMAR as it pertains to children with disabilities, Birth – 21
- Skill in collecting, managing, and analyzing data and information
- Skill organizing and managing multiple tasks
- Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing, through the presentation of concise yet comprehensive analyses and reports
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must
consent to State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all
employees.
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. Successful candidates
will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified. The resulting list of qualified candidates will be in effect for
at least one year.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants must
complete the MD State Government online application for employment -AND- submit
their professional resume. The application and resume must clearly
demonstrate that the applicant satisfies the minimum qualifications for
the position. 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, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to the address listed.
If you are unable to
apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and
be faxed to 410-333-8950 or 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. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Inquiries can be made
to 410-767-0019, 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. Individuals
with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We
thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
All application
materials must be received in our office by the Closing Date.