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COMMUNITY DETENTION ADMINISTRATOR IV

Two Vacancies

Recruitment #25-002589-0024

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Introduction


This recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services.

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

This recruitment will fill two vacancies, with one position at each of the following locations:
  • 300 N. Gay Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 (Baltimore City)
  • 1100 Mercantile Lane, Largo, MD 20774 (Prince George's County)

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Community Detention Administrator IV of Community Detention (CD), so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

This position is responsible for providing administrative supervision of the regional CD operations. This includes the Community Field Operations, the Command Center, and the GPS/CDRR Rapid Response Teams. The Community Detention Administrator will work directly with the Executive Directors of Community Operations to ensure that the departmental goals are being met and that the CD and GPS standard operating procedures are carried out.

The CD Program houses two very critical functions: providing direct supervision and surveillance for youth court ordered into an alternative to detention and placed on home detention; and youth requiring GPS supervision to track movements 24/7 in the community. Both facets of the operation are directly related to public safety. Requiring the CD Administrator to work closely with their team to ensure compliance, requiring periods of On-Call Administrative duties due to the 24/7 operational needs.

The position requires the incumbent to be available 24/7 to respond to EM/GPS needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Six 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 two years 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 five years of 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

The preferred candidate for this position will possess the following qualifications:

- Six years of experience in Community Detention Operations.  

- Two years of planning/supervisory experience in a 24/7 operational environment. 

- Exercises reliability and flexibility in meeting staffing, scheduling, and attendance requirements within a mission-critical or public safety setting.  

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders and clearly convey operational expectations and policy requirements.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services.

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information received after this date will not be considered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. 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 completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

If you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is strongly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire via email or fax to the addresses provided below. For fax or mail submissions, please ensure that each page includes your first and last name, the recruitment number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four digits of your Social Security number. All paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date of the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those submitted with incorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services-Recruitment & Examination Unit 
217 E. Redwood Street 
Baltimore, MD 21202
Attn: Recruitment #25-002589-0024
Fax number 410-333-4188 
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

DJS is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Specifically, we value diverse experiences regarding the educational background and justice system contact.

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. 

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply. 

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.


Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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