Skip to Main Content

COMMUNITY RESOURCES DIRECTOR

PROGRAM MANAGER II

Recruitment #25-005477-0049

Go Back Apply View Benefits

Introduction

This Management Service position serves at the Appointing Authority's pleasure. 


A resume must accompany your completed application.


This recruitment is limited to current Maryland State employees only.

GRADE

20

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of the Secretary, Community Resources
217 E. Redwood Street 
Baltimore, MD 21202

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 Resources Director (Program Manager II), so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

The Community Resources Director closely supports the Assistant Secretary of Community Resources in overseeing the development, design, procurement, deployment, and effectiveness of a broad array of community-based, in-home, and out-of-home services, supports, and opportunities for DJS youth. The Director assists in planning, coordinating, and managing community-based services that address the needs of DJS youth while promoting their growth and development in the least restrictive setting consistent with public safety. The goal of the Director is to assure the availability of effective and appropriate services from prevention through reentry for DJS involved youth.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute in various ways, including: 
  • Staff development and supervision: Planning, organizing, and overseeing statewide and regional community resources and the full community continuum of services. Leading staff development, coaching, hiring, administrative oversight, policy execution, case management alignment, and community outreach to support cohesive and effective service delivery. 
  • Continuum development and maintenance: Designing and implementing a responsive continuum of care in each region. Ensuring that regular needs assessments identify critical issues, service gaps, and opportunities to strengthen supports for justice involved youth. 
  • Performance monitoring: Tracking outcomes, evaluating program effectiveness, and applying data to guide improvements that reinforce quality, accountability, and impact. 
  • Community outreach: Engaging community members, local organizations, and stakeholders to build meaningful relationships that expand awareness, accessibility, and use of available services. This role requires travel throughout the state. 
  • Collaboration: Working with internal departments and external agencies to coordinate services, reduce duplication, and leverage resources. Representing the Department and senior leadership at meetings and initiatives that influence program success. 
  • Grant writing: Identifying funding opportunities and preparing competitive grant applications that expand community-based services, supports, and opportunities for youth. 

This position offers a hybrid telework schedule, with occasional travel that may be required throughout the state, as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, social work, criminal justice, education, or a related field.

Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience managing community-based programs or services for youth, including at least three (3) years supervising or leading staff in youth-focused, community-based, or juvenile justice programs.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following:

  • Master’s degree in public administration, social work, criminal justice, education, or other closely related field. 
  • Experience tracking program outcomes and using data to improve services. 
  • Experience in achieving measurable program goals, such as increasing youth participation or expanding service access. 
  • Experience managing budgets, contracts, and leading multi-disciplinary teams in community-based or youth-focused programs.
  • Strong skills in performance evaluation, data analysis, and compliance oversight. 
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholders engagement skills.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current Maryland State employees only.

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 #25-005477-0049
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.

Powered by JobAps