Health Services Specialist

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.

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building

200 W. Baltimore Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

Hybrid schedule available (up to 3 telework days permitted each week)

The Health Services Specialist provides consultation, advice and technical assistance in the development and implementation of school health services and school-based teen pregnancy prevention in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. The Specialist shares responsibility for providing consultation, advice and technical assistance in coordinated student services programs and HIV prevention, and uses knowledge and experience in school nursing, public health, and school improvement to support the achievement of department, division, and branch goals while ensuring the provision of safe and healthy learning environments for all students.

Responsibilities include:

• Directs, consults, trains, and advises local education agency and local health department personnel with respect to school health services programs, coordinated student services program development, teen pregnancy prevention programming, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Provides technical assistance in the area of HIV prevention education.
• Coordinates HIV prevention activities and trainings.
• Interprets and applies legislation and policy related to school health services, communicable diseases, health care financing, nursing practices, and other related areas.
• Participates in and supports various initiatives and project committees, including Take 15 for the Health of It, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Coalition, Maryland Coalition to Prevent Skin Cancer, Maryland Asthma Coalition, among others.

Education:   A Master’s degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years of administrative or teaching experience in, or affiliated with, school nursing, school health services or the provision of health services within an educational or related institution.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute two additional years of experience directly related to the position option for the required education.

2. 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.

3. 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 Resources Branch.

4. 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.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Experience working as an RN school nurse within a K-12 education setting.
• Experience with coordinating, supporting or managing teen pregnancy prevention programs.
• Experience with coordinating, supporting or managing HIV/AIDS prevention programs.
• Experience planning or administering training or professional development opportunities.

Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and 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, if you are unable to apply online.

All application materials must be received in our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. 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 or mailed to the address listed.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, 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. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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