Deputy Ombudsman for Juvenile Oversight

The Maryland Office of Correctional Ombudsman is an independent unit within the Maryland State Government responsible for the oversight of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) and the Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) by way of the Juvenile Monitoring Unit (JJMU) which is under the supervision of the OCO. JJMU originated in October 2002 as the Office of the Independent Juvenile Justice Monitor within the Office for Childre​n, Youth, and Families (Chapter 255, Acts of 2002). In February 2006, the Office of the Independent Juvenile Justice Monitor was transferred to the Office of Attorney General (OAG) and was renamed the Juvenile Justice Monitoring Unit or JJMU (Chapter 12, Acts of 2006). The JJMU was recently transferred from the OAG to OCO in October 2024. The Unit investigates the needs of children under the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Services and determines whether their needs are being met in compliance with State law. This includes reporting on allegations of abuse, neglect, and on the treatment of and services for youth held in facilities. An essential purpose in this role is to provide public reports and recommendations concerning the needs, conditions, and rights of youth within DJS.

This is a Management Service position, that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

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300 West Preston Street

Position duties include, but are not limited to:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as criminal justice, public administration, therapeutic counseling, social work, or another relevant field.

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. Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or Master's degree in a relevant field such as criminal justice, public administration, therapeutic counseling, social work, or other relevant field. Preferred, but not required.  
2. Experience working with diverse populations, including juvenile or incarcerated individuals, their families, and advocacy groups. 
3. Experience conducting audits, investigations, or oversight activities within a juvenile, correctional or similar setting. 
4. Experience in conflict resolution and mediation. 
5. Familiarity with Maryland's Juvenile or correctional system and relevant stakeholders. 
6. Experience working with governmental bodies and legislative processes.
7. Individuals with relevant lived experience welcomed to apply.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Specific educational and experience requirements are set by the agency based on the essential job functions assigned to the position.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.