What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement Coordinator (Administrator III) position at Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)?
Maryland State Department of Education’s (MSDE) Community Engagement Coordinator will serve as an ambassador for MSDE and will engage community members in a dialogue, build partnerships with key nonprofits and education stakeholders, manage MSDE advisory councils and school/educator recognition programs, organize school visits, host town hall meetings, workshops and more. The incumbent will ensure that the Department sustains strong partnerships and communicates effectively, delivering the highest level of customer service. The Engagement Coordinator will also create quality content to support and disseminate the message of MSDE and its many initiatives.
Responsibilities Include
Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes
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.
State Of Maryland Benefits
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 mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 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 and mailed to the address listed.
Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TDD 410-333-3045. 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.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Responsibilities Include
- Manage and support the implementation of major state and national education recognition programs, including the Maryland Teacher of the Year Program and the Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools Program.
- Garner resources and support for these programs.
- Provide guidance and technical assistance to local education agencies (LEAs) on developing and implementing their own educator recognition programs.
- Serve as the primary liaison between MSDE and key stakeholders, including community members, non-profit organizations, education leaders, and LEAs.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with diverse community groups and organizations.
- Organize and facilitate community engagement events, including town hall meetings, workshops, and school visits.
- Manage MSDE advisory councils, ensuring effective participation and collaboration.
- Provide direction and leadership to LEAs on developing effective partnerships within their communities.
Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes
- Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
- Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
- Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
- Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
- One year of this experience must have involved one or more of the following: event planning, grassroots organizing, building partnerships and/or outreach strategies; or possess a Master’s Degree.
- Strong long-term planning and project management skills, including establishing outcomes, determining evaluative measures, and tracking progress.
- Experience providing quality customer service through written and verbal communication.
- Working knowledge of school district systems and experience working with district-level administrators, preferably in finance, human resources, or curriculum and instruction.
- Ability to tailor messaging and key points for a variety of audiences.
- Experience creating and executing outreach strategies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Suite programs and Google Suite applications.
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.
State Of Maryland Benefits
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 mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 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 and mailed to the address listed.
Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TDD 410-333-3045. 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.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
