FACULTY MSD - Employment Specialist

Openings for the 2017-2018 School Year.

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.

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

The main function of the employment specialist is to transport, train, and monitor students in a variety of community work settings and to provide support to those students for employment preparation and job readiness.

Assist the Project-Coordinator in establishing employment opportunities for students.  Oversee the safety of students, helping students develop an up to date resume, discussing and selecting proper clothing for job interviews and work, arranging transportation, and assisting students in writing thank you letters after each interview.  The Employment Specialist must also provide support to the student and employer and/or job supervisor in each placement.  This includes: employee training and retraining of job skills, quality assurance, adhering to the work schedule, negotiating lunch and break times, developing natural supports for the student employee, coworkers, and family members, and providing follow up services to support the student employee in a successful placement.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Deaf Education or a related field as well as experience in working with the Deaf and Hard of hearing students.

Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and written English required. Knowledge of Deaf community required.

A valid Maryland driver’s license and excellent driving record are required.

Employment Specialist must be able to work independently with limited supervision and demonstrate experience in positive, pro-active behavior management techniques and marketing/public relations skills.

New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense.  (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)

Candidates will need to provide three letters of recommendation.

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.

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available 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.  A copy of your college transcripts must accompany your application.  The preferred method to receive transcripts and 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: 410-480-4536

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.