SPECIALIST LICENSURE

Interprets and disseminates professional licensure requirements for all certified and classified positions for staffing, 3-tier licensure, and NCLB compliance.

• Serves as the liaison between the District and the Public Education Department for licensure requirements, licensure advancement, substandard internship licensure, and NCLB compliance.
• Analyzes and interprets current and new regulations from the New Mexico Administrative Code for dissemination of licensure requirements, licensure advancement, NCLB, and any other provisions for licensure.
• Provides customer service to all employees, principals, staffing specialists, and directors in resolving issues regarding licensure, advancement, and NCLB requirements.
• Records licensure and NCLB data into the Lawson system.
• Provides accurate information to current employees on the complete advancement process.
• Monitors and submits APS district requirements for the advancement process.
• Monitors required mentorship program for level 1 teachers within the 3-Tier Licensure system to ensure that level 1 teachers have required mentorship prior to advancement.
• Provides accurate information to all applicants and employees on how to apply for New Mexico licensure and how to renew licenses.
• Monitors licensure expiration and notifies all employees yearly of the renewal process during the year of expiration of the license.
• Processes all licensure renewals for certified and classified employees.
• Prepares all correspondence for educators who were previous employees and are renewing licenses.
• Meets with all new hires to verify licensure is obtained. Provides steps on how to complete licensure process.
• Provides information on licensure reciprocity with other states and how it aligns with the New Mexico 3-Tier licensure system.
• Provides information on Alternative Licensure pathways to assist future educators.
• Participates and attends recruiting events scheduled through the Human Resources recruiting team.
• Assists with Para Educator processes such as testing and orientation for Educational Assistant and Health Assistant licensure.

• Associate degree in business-related field.
• Proficient with database software and the ability to develop forms.
• Experience with Lawson software, MS Access software, MS Excel software; MS Word
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects.
• Proficient with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to accurately keyboard at a moderate pace.
• Knowledge of state department's requirements for licensure processes.
• Knowledge of legal requirements for fingerprinting and background checks.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years experience in human resources or related field, such as school secretary/clerk.
• Proficient with database (Access) software.
• Knowledge of or familiarity with public education department certification/licensure requirements.