MILITARY YOUTH WORKER LEAD

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Freestate Challenge Academy

Building4230 Beale Rd., APG, MD 21040

Provide supervision and guidance to youths (cadets) enrolled in a voluntary quasi-military residential program operated by the Military Department. Mentor youths in the program, observe and interact with youths, assist them with group life skills, and advise them of programmatic requirements. Employees in this classification lead the work of Military Youth Workers I and II but do not perform the full range of supervisory duties.

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience providing supervision and guidance to youths in a quasi-military environment.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Service Aid and Assistant classification or Social Service Aid and Assistant specialty codes in the Social Services, Psychology and Welfare field of work for the required experience. 

1. Employees in this classification will be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid leading to certification. These certifications must be kept current as a requirement of residential childcare licensure by the Department of Human Services.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

1. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to a criminal background check as required by the Family Law Article, Section 5-561, Annotated Code of Maryland.

Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment. Applicants must meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of candidates eligible for hire.  

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETING THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.  

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. 

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: 

Angela Stokes

Maryland Military Department

Fifth Regiment Armory

29th Division Street, Rm. B10

Baltimore, MD 21201

Email: angela.stokes1@maryland.gov  

No postmarks will be accepted. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.  

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.  

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