Under the direction and supervision of the Senior Certification Partner, the Human Resources Junior Partner – Certification performs specialized and analytical work related to educator credentialing in accordance with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).  The focus is to ensure educators obtain and maintain the correct credentials to teach the appropriate subject and grade level and/or lead instruction in Prince George’s County Public Schools. The incumbent of this position provides guidance and assistance in credential renewals and the issuance of certificates for educators.  The Human Resources Junior Partner – Certification will serve as a member of a cross-functional team that supports the employment lifecycle and provides efficient and effective customer service.  

Provides services related to teacher/specialist/administrator certification including maintenance and renewal of applicable certifications;

Reviews and assists with the evaluation of candidate and employee credentials and documents required for employment transactions to include determining eligibility and salary placements recommendations;

Gathers, reviews, compiles and maintains data from a variety of systems to prepare accurate and comprehensive reports for supervisors and leadership;

Resolves frontline certification related issues and concerns with discretion and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information;

Supports the accomplishment of the Human Resources Division mission and objectives by completing diverse, technical and complex administrative duties that support the employment life cycle and employment functions;

Assists with monitoring compliance with state certification and licensing requirements for pre- and post-employment;

Troubleshoots certification issues/inquiries and serves as a customer service point of contact for credentialing;

Communicates certification status of educators and administrators in electronic, written and oral formats;

Monitors and receives certification renewal documentation and maintains certification and licensing information; advises of impending expirations and timelines for extensions/renewals;

Provides support and represents PGCPS at recruitment fairs; assists with the onboarding of new employees;

Provides document preparation in the development of program schedules, materials, flyers, brochures, videos, PowerPoint presentations and other related materials;

Attends and participates in team and divisional staff meetings to assist in continuous improvement with communications, customer service and planning; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge and experience of human resources best practices and principles;

Experience with Human Resource Information Systems - Oracle preferred;

Ability to function independently and work within a team;

Ability to exercise appropriate judgment and discretion in providing administrative and technical support regarding Human Resources within PGCPS;

Ability to collect, compile and analyze data, assemble information and prepare reports;

Ability to effectively interpret and communicate human resource policies and procedures;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, officials and employees;

Ability to prioritize, plan and execute multiple, complicated and continuing assignments in a timely and efficient manner;

Ability to maintain confidentiality;

Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills;

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; and

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.) and skilled using the internet for work related research, as well as Oracle and position control related technologies.

 

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major work in human resources, education or business administration preferred;  three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience directly related to human resources, with at least one (1) year in scanning and electronic records management.  Previous experience in credentialing services within a collective bargaining environment preferred.

 

Possess or be eligible for the Certified Authorized Partner Associate (CAPA) designation by the Maryland State Department of Education required.  A willingness to work towards Certified Authorized Partner (CAP) designation strongly preferred.

No direct supervisory responsibilities.



The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.









Highly demanding and fast-paced environment; frequently required to work long hours and weekends. Annual leave may be limited during specified timeframes. Local and non-local travel may be required.