Director for Community Based and Workforce Services
Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
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Job Summary
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.
- Responsible for the overall management and administration of the Workforce Technology Center.
- Provide administrative and management direction for the development planning and delivery of services in the community and at the Workforce and Technology Center.
- Oversee the development of new workforce and rehabilitation technology services programs.
- Assess the need for personnel resources and evaluate the personnel performance of the individuals who are assigned to the WTC.
- Ensure the development implementation and maintenance of systems designed to evaluate the effectiveness quality and efficiency of services provided.
- Develop and manage the performance goals that align with the Divisions overall performance measures.
- Develop and manage the annual budget to support the goals and objectives of the organization.
- Engage with businesses and business-related organizations to develop and maintain a thorough understanding of business local job markets and community resources in order to build effective relationships.
- Engage with community partners community colleges local education agencies and community rehabilitation providers that could enable DORS to expand community-based programs and services.
- Plans and initiates activities designed to assure positive public relations involvement and participation of community representatives public and private agencies professional organizations consumers of services employers and advocates.
- Possession of a masters degree from an accredited college or university
- Demonstrated history of employer and community engagement in the training and employment of individuals with disabilities
- Demonstrated history of programmatic or organizational change
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 or 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 submitted to the fax number or mailed to the Human Resources address listed above.
Inquiries can be made to TDD . 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 . 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 States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Required Experience:
Director
