Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)

This position serves as an extended learning opportunities specialist responsible for providing leadership and technical assistance in the areas of summer and after school learning opportunities and youth development to 21st Century Community grant recipients and Maryland’s 24 local education agencies (LEAs).
This position also promotes networking among similar programs.
Responsibilities Include
<ul>
<li>Serves as the technical specialist for monitoring of 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) funded afterschool programs.</li>
<li>Provides leadership, managerial direction, and technical assistance to local recipients of the 21st CCLC funded grants.</li>
<li>Assists in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of after school programs designed to improve the academic achievement of disadvantaged children.</li>
<li>Provides professional development to 21st CCLC grantees in Maryland’s 24 LEAs.</li>
</ul>
Education: A Master's degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Four years of administrative or teaching experience in, or affiliated with, an education program.
Notes
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<li>Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of experience directly related to the position option for the required education.</li>
<li>Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the position option for one year of the required experience.</li>
<li>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 Office of Human Resources.</li>
<li>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.</li>
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Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
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<li>Must have 2 years of experience in writing, reviewing or managing State or Federal grants.</li>
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Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
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<li>Project Management experience, to include directing, leading, planning and managing projects.</li>
<li>Experience in developing, coordinating, and delivering training.</li>
<li>Experience with preparing written reports and presentations.</li>
</ul>
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.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 you meet the qualifications for the position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and mailed to MSDE Human Resources Branch, 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 Human Resources Branch address listed above.
Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay. 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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Extended Learning Specialist (Education Program Specialist I)

Extended Learning Specialist (Education Program Specialist I)

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