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Divisions
Divisions > Deputy Superintendent for Administration
Overview
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| This office oversees and coordinates the responsibilities and activities of the Audit Office; the Office of Information Technology; the Division of Certification and Accreditation; and the Division of Planning, Results, and Information Management. |
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In Focus
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Certification and Accreditation
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Certifies teachers, specialists and administrators employed in public and private schools, other state institutions and the general public.
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The duties of this office include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assists the State Superintendent of Schools in discharge of administrative responsibilities for the Maryland State Department of Education
- Serves as the Department's Fair Employment Compliance Officer
- Provides direct supervision to the Audit Office and the Internal Auditor
- Provides general supervision and sign-off authority for personnel actions
- Provides immediate supervision to the heads of several divisions and offices
- Provides coordination and guidance on topics and situations related to public libraries and rehabilitation services
- Participates in oversight and preparation of MSDE's budget
- Approves budget realignments, discretionary grant awards, departmental policy, major requisitions, and out-of-state travel for the entire department.
- Assists the State Superintendent in developing short and long range plans for the improvement of educational programs
- Reviews and critiques proposed legislation and departmental testimony on legislation
- Collaborates with the Principal Counsel of Educational Affairs Division of the Attorney General's Office on legal issues
- Collaborates with other state agencies to carry out the department's mission
- Collaborates with representatives from higher education on collective projects
- Assists local superintendents in the interpretation of state laws and State Board of Education regulations
- Represents the State Superintendent and MSDE in a variety of professional meetings
- Performs other duties as assigned by the State Superintendent
- Interacts with members of the legislature on educational issues including pending legislation, budgets, and studies
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| Maryland State Department of Education |
| 200 West Baltimore Street |
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| Maryland State Department of Education |
| 200 West Baltimore Street |
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