Introduction
The
Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse, bilingual community who in
partnership with families, provides an equitable and exemplary education in a
nurturing, engaging, and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve
personal excellence and become lifelong learners. As such, we are looking for
dedicated individuals who can join us in the education of the children at MSD.
LOCATION OF POSITION
MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Main Purpose of Job
Cooperation of responsibilities with Athletic Director for the Middle School athletic programs at the Columbia Campus, including working with the Office of Student Affairs on the master schedule (both campuses: Columbia and Frederick), and working with the Director of Public Relations on social media, news, pictures, and archives. Supervision of coaches, preparation of summer sports camps, and preparation of equipment and athletic facilities. Serves as a building manager and is responsible for ensuring that all facilities and grounds are prepared for each game, as well as ensuring that they are cleaned up after each event, coordinates the scheduling of referees, scorekeepers and timers, attends league meetings, coordinates coaches training sessions, is available to coach as needed, and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Athletic Director.
POSITION DUTIES
Maintains
the Middle School athletic program at
the Columbia Campus;
Assesses
emergency and crisis situations, makes appropriate contacts and referrals, and
provides interim emergency medical and other assistance until specialized
assistance is available;
Hires and
supervises coaches;
May
be expected to participate in the development of training and workshops for the
coaches;
Maintains
strict confidentiality of students, as well as school personnel information;
Collaborates
with the Office of Student Affairs on MSD’s master schedule;
Works with the Director of Public Relations on coordinating and
disseminating athletic news and events by writing stories and posting on social
media, including filming and editing video clips;
Supports the design of social media graphics for game day announcements
and to recognize accomplishments of student-athletes, coaches, and staff
members;
Organizes media/photo days for each sport; works with a
photographer;
Maintains and organizes archives for each sport for the website;
Helps
with the preparation of summer sports camps;
Participates
in appropriate professional development training;
Attends
league meetings, when needed;
Makes
periodic safety checks of the athletic facilities, when asked;
Provides support as needed while traveling to and from away
games; and
Performs other related duties assigned by the Athletic Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree required; willingness to work
towards Master’s Degree or Certification of RMSAA (Registered Middle School
Athletic Administrator).
Background in Sports Management or related fields
preferred.
Fluency in ASL, written English, and knowledge of Deaf community
required.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to obtain crowd manager
certification;
Ability to learn emergency medical
procedures;
Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid
certification; and
Skill in written English sufficient to permit
fluent and accurate communication with students and parents/guardians who are
not proficient in American Sign Language.
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 operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Employees in this classification are required to be
proficient in American Sign Language and in written English.
2. Candidates will need
to provide three letters of recommendation.
3. Hold or obtain a valid driver license.
4. New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications
will be prescreened before candidates are invited to an interview. As an equal
opportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting
employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you
are unable to apply online or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit via
mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and time.
Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure
timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the
online or paper application. Additional or supplemental information must
be submitted by the closing date and time. The preferred method to receive
additional information is for them to be uploaded. Application inquiries
or supplemental information can be directed to the following:
Mailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment
Department, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044
E-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu
Phone: 410-696-3031, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Fax: 410-696-3084
Individuals from traditionally underserved and
underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants
are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is
committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are
reflective of the State's diversity. We thank our Veterans for their
service to our country, and encourage them to apply.