GRADE
17
LOCATION OF POSITION
DJS- Office of Inspector General: Largo Field Office
100 Mercantile Lane, Suite 120
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to provide direct supervision and oversight to OIG investigators responsible for investigating inquires related to allegations of administrative and criminal violations by and against employees and service providers involving collusion, corruption, misappropriation of Department assets, mismanagement, fraud, waste, and abuse of authority, excessive use of force, assaults, child abuse, child neglect, sexual abuse, serious injuries, escapes and awols, gang related inquiries pertaining to youth gang involvement, youth gang membership, collection of gang intelligence within Department operated facilities and those operated by private vendors licensed by DJS as well as conducting investigations of the aforementioned on an as needed basis.
As the Investigator Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for directing the day-to-day work of the Investigators in initiating and conducting investigation assignments, reviewing Investigative Reports, reviewing Gang Reports, reviewing Safety and Security Reports, managing allegation inquiries and maintaining the Incident Report and Gang Database. The Investigator Supervisor is responsible for executing these functions in accordance with OIG standards and procedures as set and directed by the Inspector General, DJS policies and procedures and COMAR regulations.
The position relates to the Department’s mission to maintain a balanced and restorative juvenile justice system that embraces accountability, competency and character development, and public safety principles by providing an internal review of the organization’s personnel and programs in a performance-based, results-driven environment, as well as sharing a vision to improve the quality of life for youth in the Department’s care and custody.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Five years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants who
possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific
information on your application regarding your qualifications.
1. Thorough knowledge of
facility, community, and licensed provider DJS policies and procedures.
2. The ability to maintain,
organize and review investigative reports for grammatical errors and
accuracy.
3. Thorough knowledge of
SafeMeasures and ASSIST for gang alerts and retrieving data.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
This recruitment is limited to current DJS-OIG-Investigation
Unit employees only.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification may be required to work some unscheduled weekends. Employees may be reached by phone and may be required to assist in addressing high profiled incidents without notice. This position also requires some traveling, primarily to HQ in Baltimore.
SELECTION PROCESS
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 eligible (employment)
list for at least one year. For education obtained outside of the U.S., a copy
of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation
will be required prior to hire. The resulting certified eligible list for this
recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment will be a rating of your
application based on your education, training, and experience as it relates to
the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide
complete and accurate educational and employment information on your
application.
Please report all related experience and education. Please
make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show
how you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.
This list will be used by DJS hiring agency to
select employees.
Please complete the supplemental
questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications.
Please note that your answers on the
supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your
application to receive credit. Missing supplemental questionnaires may affect
application ratings.
If you are a Veteran applying for this
position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your application to receive
proper credit.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application
process is strongly urged. However, if
you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application to the address
below or fax a paper application to the fax number below. If you choose to fax or use regular mail, you
must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the
Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last four digits of your SS#. The paper
application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date
for this recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application
forms will not be accepted:
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Attn: Nicole Jones
Fax number 410-333-4188
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Should additional
information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact DJS Office
of Human Resources at djs.careers@maryland.gov.
Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the
bulletin.
The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
As an equal opportunity
employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees
who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
DJS values the experience
gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for
all current recruitments.
Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are
welcome to apply for all recruitments.