Introduction \nThe 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.\n GRADE 22\n LOCATION OF POSITION Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building\n200 W. Baltimore Street�\nBaltimore, MD 21201\n POSITION DUTIES Under the direction of the Executive Director of Government\nAffairs, the position will serve as the lead analyst to perform analysis,\nresearch, and make recommendations to the Executive Director of Government\nAffairs, and/or the State Superintendent on critical policy and legislation\nthat impact Maryland's students, families, and communities. This position\nleverages critical thinking, analysis, and communication skills to ensure\npolicies of the Department are aligned with best-in-class research, accurate, and\neasily understood by stakeholders. \nResponsibilities Include:\n\n\n Lead the agency's work to modify, refresh, retire, or create\n appropriate Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) as a result of legislative or\n policy changes.\n Work collaboratively with various Offices within the\n Department to research, recommend, and draft educational policy for the State\n of Maryland and legislative review and help track mandatory report submissions\n due to the MD General Assembly or Governor's Office.\n Track key legislative progress at the federal, State, and\n local levels, while assisting on special projects (e.g. Blueprint for\n Maryland's Future, etc.).\n Lead workgroups to review the legislation, propose changes,\n and make recommendations for positions to the State Superintendent.\n Assist in new initiatives to improve organizational\n efficiency, visibility, and organization-wide leadership development.\n\n\n MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education:� A Bachelor's\ndegree from an accredited college or university.\nExperience:� Five\nyears of experience as policy or program analyst or administrative experience\nin or affiliated with Education Programs.\nNotes:� \n\n\n A Master's Degree or higher may be substituted for two years\n of experience as defined above.\n Additional experience as defined above may be substituted\n for the required education at a rate of one year for 30 semester credit hours.\n\n\n DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS \n\n Prior experience in legislative interpretation, analysis, and\n reporting.\n Experience or knowledge of education programs and associated\n legislation and statute\n Experience working with State and national public school\n legislation.\n\n\n SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Applicants must consent to State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all MSDE�employees.\n 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.\n BENEFITS STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\n�\n 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 the applicant is 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.\n\nAll 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.\n\nInquiries can be made to 410-767-0019, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriate�accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.\n\nIf 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.\n\nProof 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.\n\nAs 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.\n\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\n