Early Childhood Financial Reporting Specialist
Staff Specialist III Education
Recruitment #25-005298-0001
Department | MD State Department of Education |
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Date Opened | 1/24/2025 12:00:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 2/7/2025 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $69,323.00 - $112,044.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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Work Location |
Baltimore City
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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
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
- Prepares budget and expenditure projections for the monthly or quarterly status of grant funds reports which require balancing possible over-expenditures in other areas that directly impact on the budget and program.
- Evaluates program effectiveness of use of funds in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations and program goals by monitoring expenditures and preparing statistical data to track funding and spending.
- Prepares coordinates, compiles, reviews and edits the budget documents. Maintaining expenditure data reports for the project/program office.
- Provides advice and guidance to the assistant superintendent, directors, grant managers, and others regarding fiscal and grant related matters. Analyzes, researches, and reports on departmental fiscal matters.
- Implements and provides fiscal management for funds awarded under Blueprint Fund which are issued as grants and contracts by the Division of Early Childhood. Maintaining and monitoring timely processing of invoices, including periodic tracking of balances on requisitions and grants. Prepares and confirms the availability of funds for grant/contract reimbursements to local school systems, contractors, and private vendors and other recipients for disbursement of funds
- Represents the department/division at meetings.
- Develops the financial portion of the State request and Blueprint Fund and the federal financial reports. Writes detailed justification for items requested by program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Budget Management Experience
- Accounting/ Fiscal Experience
- State of Maryland Grant Regulations Experience
- Grant Writing Facilitation
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SELECTION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
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 the applicant is 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, 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, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to the address listed.
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. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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