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EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST I- Early Childhood Program Coord.

(Judy Centers & State Early Childhood Advisory Council

Recruitment #17-005055-0016

Introduction

GRADE

State Salary Grade 21

Annual Salary Range: $60,543 - $88,424

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building

200 West Baltimore Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

This is a professional position serving as the coordinator for providing technical assistance and program support for the operation of the Judith P. Hoyer Early Care and Enhancement Program (referred to as the Judy Centers) and the State Early Childhood Advisory Council on Early Education and Care (ECAC) to improve collaboration among local school systems, state agencies and organizations and local early childhood advisory councils.

POSITION DUTIES

Provides technical assistance to Judy Centers, ECAC, local school systems, and local early childhood advisory councils with regard to applicable State and federal policies and procedures governing the activities of the ECAC Council and local councils; plans and coordinates decision-making pertaining to State and local early childhood plans within the scope of the legislation for the Judith P. Hoyer Early Care and Enhancement Program and the legislation for the State ECAC; develops and imparts presentations on early childhood initiatives and other State projects; Communicates with Judy Center Coordinators and staff, ECAC Council members, local school systems, local early childhood advisory councils, the philanthropic community, the business community, higher education, local and State agencies, and the general public on Council actions, including legislative agendas; monitors and evaluates the Judith P. Hoyer grant and other assigned grants/contracts; prepares solicitations to acquire quality initiative services based upon the scope of relevant federal goals and objectives and the scope of State projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: A Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post baccalaureate course work in Education, Educational Administration/Supervision or a related field.

EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of professional experience in coordinating or administering an education program or service directly related to Early Childhood.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of early childhood education; ; knowledge of Maryland Judy Centers and early learning programs;  knowledge of State and Federal laws,  policies, issues and regulations governing education programs for early learning students; skill in developing and presenting staff development; skill in coordinating and managing multiple tasks; ability to support teachers and administrators; ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships; ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and possible travel throughout the State are required. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

Conclusion

For immediate consideration, applications should be received by November 3, 2017 – Open Until Filled.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this position online go to MSDE Jobs on JobAps (or complete an MSDE Application on marylandpublicschools.org). On-line applications (and resumes) are the preferred method for receiving your application/attachments.  Using this method will allow applicants to access their documents for future recruitments for which they apply and verify that the appropriate documents (resume-credentials) have been attached to the recruitment that requires them. Applicants must include their resume and provide sufficient information on the application to document that they satisfy the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Please do not put "See Resume" in the job duties section of your application; your application will not be considered.

If you utilize fax or regular mail as the option to submit required attachments, you will need to resubmit these documents each time you apply for a new position that requires the attachments.  Additionally, you must include the following information on each page of the attachment you submit in order to ensure that we append the attachments to the correct recruitment: First and Last Name, Recruitment Number, and the last 4 digits of your SS# and indicate application for – Education Program Specialist I, Early Childhood Program Coordinator Position# 088118  - JobAps# 17-005055-0016 Mailing Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland  21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 – This fax number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.  

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. For inquiries or an MSDE Application, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit our website at www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/OHR/Careers.aspx  

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request




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