Introduction

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educatorsthroughout Maryland. *This recruitment is a promotional opportunity for current MSDE, Division of Early Childhood ,Office of Child Care.'

GRADE

State of MD Salary Grade18

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of Child Care Region 5 (Montgomery County) Maryland State Department of Education 51 Monroe Place, Suite 200 Rockville, MD 20850 Office of Child Care Region 9 (Lower Shore - Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester County) Maryland State Department of Education 201 Baptist Street, Suite 32 Multi-Service Building, 2nd floor Salisbury, MD 21801

Main Purpose of Job

This is a professional position serving as the Lead Child Care Licensing Specialist responsible for inspecting, licensing and monitoring child care facilities, family day care homes and non-public nursery schools, and is responsible for the provision of quality child education development programs and enforcing child care regulations.

POSITION DUTIES

Trains lower-level Child Care Licensing Specialists MSDE and provides advice and guidance in the resolution of complex or sensitive issues surrounding the inspection, registration and licensure of child care facilities; Processes applications for child care centers, family child care home, and nonpublic nursery schools to include reviews of criminal and CPS backgrounds and educational qualifications of prospective and current caregivers; inspections of the child care facilities; and recommending approval or denial of same. Manage caseload, recommend enforcement actions and conduct enforcement activity as needed. Assigns, reviews and approves the work of Child Care Licensing Specialists MSDE as instructed by Supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's degree in child development, education, social work or psychology from an accredited college or university. Experience: Three years of experience inspecting, licensing and monitoring child care centers, family day care homes and non-public nursery schools. Notes: 1.An Associate of Arts degree in early childhood development, teacher education, sociology or psychology and two years work experience inspecting, licensing and monitoring child care centers, family day care homes and non-public nursery schools may be substituted for the required education. 2. Applicants may substitute graduate education in a Child Development curriculum at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours per year for up to two years of the required experience.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

**This recruitment is a promotional opportunity for current MSDE, Division of Early Child Care, Office of Child Care Licensing only.**

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be required to have daily use of a motor vehicle while on official State business. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government onlineapplication for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate thatthe applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If the applicant is unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtainedfrom the link mailed to MSDE Officeof Human Resources, c/o Marcia Cooper Stokes, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If thereis a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in withyour paper application, if you are unable to apply online. All application materials must be received in our office by the closingdate. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to beconsidered including all related job duties, even if those are also listedon an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to theaddress listed. Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0019, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriateaccommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questionsabout this online application system, please contact the MD Department ofBudget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay. Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the ImmigrationReform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experiencerequirements for this position may result in non-selection or terminationof employment. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting,retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’sdiversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouragedto apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.