Legislative Advisor (Administrator III)

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 â students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.

This position is limited to current employees who work in the Office of the Chief Policy Officer within the Maryland State Department of Education

GRADE

STD0018

$76,608.00 - $109,422 with progression to $120,814.00/year

• State Salary Guidelines may apply for current State employees

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building

200 W. Baltimore Streetâ¯Â

Baltimore, MD 21201Â

Main Purpose of Job

The Legislative Liaison supports the Office of Government Affairs through legislative affairs, stakeholder engagement, strategic communications, and intergovernmental coordination related to statewide education priorities and initiatives. This position coordinates and supports interactions between agency leadership, policymakers, local education agencies, advocacy organizations, community stakeholders, and external partners to strengthen collaboration, support information sharing, and advance the mission and priorities of the Maryland State Department of Education.

Duties Include:

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with members of the Maryland General Assembly, local education agencies, advocacy organizations, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Assist with strategic communications and outreach efforts that increase awareness of agency initiatives, strengthen public engagement, and support collaboration across external partners.Â
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement efforts, including meetings, school visits, legislative briefings, conferences, public events, and intergovernmental outreach on behalf of agency leadership and the State Superintendent.Â
• Assist in coordinating internal and external meetings, policy discussions, stakeholder presentations, and collaborative initiatives related to agency priorities.
• Support legislative and government affairs initiatives by monitoring legislation, tracking committee activity, and assisting with legislative strategy related to education policy and statewide priorities.Â
• Provide support and help coordinate policy education efforts and stakeholder engagement initiatives related to Maryland education policy, legislative processes, and regulatory frameworks.Â

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. 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.

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master''s degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

4. 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.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

• Three or more years of experience working with the Maryland General Assembly
• One or more years of experience assisting with strategic communications and outreach efforts that increase awareness of agency initiatives

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This position is limited to current employees who work in the Office of the Chief Policy Officer within the Maryland State Department of Education

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

Applicants are subject to a criminal background investigation in accordance with the federal Family Lawâ¯Article, Section 5.5.

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 ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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 Stateâs diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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