Assistant Director, Office for Blindness and Vision Services (Program Manager III)

Maryland AG; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) seeks an Assistant Director for the Office of Blindness and Vision Services (OBVS) to lead the statewide Independent Living Older Blind program and to oversee program operations, budgets, and compliance.

The role requires five years of specialized experience in rehabilitation services, with supervisory experience, and a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred for substitution).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in rehabilitation counseling or vocational evaluation, with two years in supervision.
• Master’s Degree or 36 credits in related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the Division of Rehabilitation Services' statewide Independent Living Older Blind (ILOB) Program and serve as Assistant Director for the Office of Blindness and Vision Services (OBVS).
• Establish performance goals for Independent Living Specialists statewide and strategically manage human resources to ensure high-quality ILOB services for eligible individuals with disabilities.
• Develop, manage, and maintain accountability for the ILOB Case Services Funds budget of approximately $1 million and ensure compliance with federal laws and reporting requirements.
• Provide leadership in staff training, Services for the Blind operations at the Workforce and Technology Center, program evaluation, consumer inquiries, Deafblind Services, special projects, and vendor approvals.

Skills

rehabilitation counseling

vocational evaluation

supervision

teaching services

blindness/low vision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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 – 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.

GRADE

STD0021 Salary based on qualifications and Agency Budget allowance; State Salary Guidelines may apply.

LOCATION OF POSITION

Division of Rehabilitation Services
2301 Argonne Drive�
Baltimore, MD 21218
Hybrid schedule may be available (up to 3 telework days permitted each week)

POSITION DUTIES

This position directs and coordinates the Division of Rehabilitation Services' (DORS) statewide Independent Living Older Blind (ILOB) Program and serves as Assistant Director for the Office of Blindness and Vision Services (OBVS).

The Assistant Director will establish performance goals for Independent Living Specialists statewide and strategically manage human resources to ensure the delivery of high-quality ILOB services to eligible individuals with significant disabilities, supporting them in preparing for and achieving successful independent living outcomes.

The position is responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining accountability for the ILOB Case Services Funds budget of approximately $1 million. This includes ensuring compliance with federal laws, regulations, guidance, and reporting requirements associated with the ILOB grant.

As Assistant Director of OBVS, this position oversees staff training, Services for the Blind operations at the Workforce and Technology Center, program evaluation, consumer inquiries, Deafblind Services, special projects, and regional administrative approvals. The position also provides leadership in operational practices and the review and approval of specialized vendors to ensure effective, compliant, and high-quality services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five (5) years of professional specialized experience in providing rehabilitation counseling or vocational evaluation services to clients with physical or behavioral disabilities or teaching services to clients with blindness or low vision in Rehabilitation Services. Two (2) years of the required experience must have included direct supervision of other professional employees specializing in rehabilitation services for clients with disabilities.

NOTE: A Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post baccalaureate course work in Educational Administration, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Counseling and Guidance, Vocation Evaluation, Psychology or in a Social Science related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience in rehabilitation.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Must have at least two (2) years of professional experience providing rehabilitation counseling or vocational evaluation services to clients with blindness or low vision.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

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.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS