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Child Care Licensing Training Manager

Staff Specialist IV Education

Recruitment #23-005292-0004

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

State Salary Grade 19
Salary Range: $75,901 - $105,072 
*State Salary Guidelines apply for current State employees. 
**This position is Contractual**
 

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building
200 West Baltimore Street 
Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for the design, delivery, and implementation of training activities and/or learning opportunities for Child Care Licensing Staff and other internal and external users, enabling them to master appropriate skills to maintain and/or increase professional competencies. This position assists in contract and Task Order Requests for Proposals (TORFP) management for licensing system development and contributes to the mission of the Division of Early Childhood is to develop a high-quality early care and education system statewide which provides safe, healthy, nurturing, culturally sensitive, and cognitively stimulating environments for all children who receive early childhood education and school-age child care. This position will assure that staff in the thirteen regional offices of the Licensing Branch have the training and knowledge to perform all regulatory activity for all licensed and registered childcare programs statewide. This position provides staff development and leadership training related to the Division of Early Childhood mission ensuring that staff maintain knowledge at sufficient levels to provide uniformity and consistency in the assessment of childcare programs, provide quality customer service, and facilitate adequate and positive responses to changing social and economic trends in the child care industry as they perform those regulatory functions and support the Maryland State Department of Education’s efforts in implementing the multiyear strategic plan and the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Plans, implements, evaluates and ensures all activities related to staff development and training for the Office of Child Care, Licensing Branch, including other internal and external users.  
  • Represents the Licensing Branch on CCATS and ELIS projects to include coordination of the respective User Groups. 
  • Assists in the management contracts and TORFP’s of the State's child care systems including licensing (CCATS) and inspections (ELIS) monitoring.
  • Works with advocates in the field of early childhood to coordinate efforts between agencies and answer questions in regards to the Licensing Branch of the Office of Child Care. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: A Master’s degree or at least 36 hours of equivalent post-baccalaureate course work from an accredited college or university.
EXPERIENCE: Five years of staff development, training, administrative, teaching, or licensing work in early childhood education or child care programs. 
Notes: 
1. Candidates may substitute two additional years of experience as described above for the required education. 2. The above requirements are set by the Maryland State Department of Education in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104, Annotated Code of Maryland.  

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Please include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
  •  Knowledge and experience with Child Care Licensing programs and early learning programs.  
  •  Knowledge of Child Care provider credentialing and associated laws, existing and proposed COMAR regulations, policies and practices including procedures for grants, procurement, and contracts. 
  •  Knowledge of the administration of child care training programs, writing syllabi, curriculum development, and adult teaching methods. 
  •  Knowledge of renewal processes for credentialing programs for trainers 
  •  Skill in interpreting and applying laws, policies and regulations regarding licensing and training requirements. 
  •  Skill developing, initiating, and communicating training programs and conducting information sessions, presentations, and informational on-site visits. 
  •  Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in the interpretation and application of division policies and procedures. 
  •  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various public and staff including collaboration with child care communities

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. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.



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