Program Manager, Community Resources & Administration Support

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. As part of the Maryland State Department of Education, the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) provides services to assist students with disabilities prepare for the work world, vocational rehabilitation services to assist adults with significant disabilities who are seeking to enter or reenter the workforce, and the adjudication of Social Security disability claims for the citizens of Maryland.

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Workforce and Technology Center
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, MD 21218

POSITION DUTIES

This important role oversees the approval, development, and coordination of entities providing services and commodities to DORS. This Program Manager position manages the engagement and collaboration with workforce partners to ensure that the Division has quality resources for the delivery of services to support the preparation for and obtainment of competitive integrated employment for individuals with disabilities. The position also supports the Director of the Office of Administration and Financial Services for agency initiatives and special assignments.
The position will supervise two Staff Specialist IIIs for Community Rehabilitation Programs, one Staff Specialist III for Vendor Coordination, and one Staff Specialist III for Grants Administration and Independent Living.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:� A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
EXPERIENCE:� Six years of professional experience in vocational rehabilitation or in the adjudication or processing of disability claims. Three years of the required experience must have included direct supervision of other professional employees or specialized experience as the technical lead of rehabilitation services/programs for consumers with disabilities or�specialized experience as the technical lead�for developing disability claims establishing eligibility for SSDI and SSI.�
Note:
A Master's Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post baccalaureate course work from an accredited college or university in Educational Administration, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Counseling and Guidance, Vocational Evaluation, Psychology, or in a Social Science related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience in rehabilitation or in the adjudication or processing of disability claims.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

Course work from an accredited college or university in Management, Supervision, or Administration

Possession of a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current employees of the MSDE Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS).

SELECTION PROCESS

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 placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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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 you are�unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained�from the link below and be faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resources Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. 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 410-554-9391, TDD (410) 554-9399. 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 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and�Control Act, and 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.

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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