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Instructional Specialist, Policy Evaluation Specialist

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Instructional Specialist, Policy Evaluation Specialist CODE: 0833
WORKING TITLE: Policy Evaluation Specialist GRADE: REG
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
Responsible, under direction, for evaluating the implementation of all Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) policies and regulations. Develops a process for the systematic review and analysis of the implementation and impact of Board policies. This process includes collaborating with responsible offices to evaluate policy implementation, analyzing data and preparing and reporting findings to the Board and relevant Board committees. Monitors external regulator compliance matters and initiatives that may require creation or modification of policies and regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:
The ability to qualitatively and quantitatively analyze and evaluate operational practices in relation to governing policies. Knowledge of MCPS administration and operation and the policies and regulations of MCPS. Excellent organizational ability. Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and meet frequent deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with course work in business or public administration, educational management, quality control systems, or closely related subject areas. Experience with policy analysis. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Occasional overtime, night, and weekend work.
PAID OVERTIME: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


Analyze policies and ooperations to determine effect and impact of Board Policies on MCPS operations.

Write detailed reports of findings for presentation to the Board of Education and relevant committees.

Develop and maintain a project tracking system for evaluating MCPS practices for alignment with related policies and regulations.

Develop and maintain a project tracking system to determine the need for revision of existing policies and regulations.

Monitor state and federal laws and MSDE regulations for impact on MCPS policies and regulations.

Performs related work as required.

 

 

 

Class Established:7/06
Date(s) Revised:
Date(s) Reviewed:


This description may be changed at any time.

Note: A general guide to class description, which includes definitions of standard terms used, is considered an integral part of this description and is available from the Office of Human Resources.

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