Correctional Security Chief, YDC

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

 

CORR 0011

Baltimore City

Youth Detention Center

926 Greenmount Avenue

Baltimore, MD 21202

The Chief of Security is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall safety, security, and operational integrity of the Youth Detention Center. This role requires a dynamic leader with a strong commitment to both security protocols and the transformative, rehabilitative mission of the facility. The Chief of Security works directly under the Facility Administrator, focusing on managing the officer population, enforcing security standards, and ensuring full compliance with the Correctional Officer Bill of Rights (COBR).

• Security and Operations: Oversee, develop, and ensure the consistent implementation of all security policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain a safe and secure environment for both residents and staff.
• Staff Management and Development: Directly manage and lead the facility's  officer population, including training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and mentorship. Ensure adequate staffing levels and compliance with all training mandates.
• COBR Compliance: Ensure the rights and protections afforded to correctional officers under the Correctional Officer Bill of Rights (COBR) are upheld at all times, including during internal investigations and disciplinary actions. Provide training to management on COBR provisions.
• Administrative Support: Serve as a key member of the facility's leadership team, providing critical support and advice to the Facility Administrator on all security and operational matters.
• Transformative Mission: Champion the facility’s rehabilitative mission, fostering an environment where security practices support the goal of working effectively with juveniles to help transform their lives.
• Emergency Response: Develop, implement, and coordinate effective emergency and crisis response plans, ensuring all security personnel are trained and prepared to respond swiftly and appropriately to incidents.

Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field. 

Experience: Four years of progressively responsible experience supervising the work of staff in a correctional, juvenile justice, or security-related setting.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and experience. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

1. Work experience in a youth or juvenile detention setting.
2. Certifications in relevant security, crisis intervention, or management programs.
3. Knowledge of facility security, personnel management, and familiarity with the principles of the Correctional Officer Bill of Rights (COBR).

• Schedule: Employees in this classification are subject to be on call 24 hours a day and must maintain a telephone at their place of residence.
• Certification: Must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.
• Personal and Professional Conduct: Must have no formal disciplinary actions on record within the last three (3) years. Must demonstrate a consistent and reliable work history with no documented attendance issues. Employees are subject to substance abuse testing.

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.

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 to include job duties.

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.

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• Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)
• Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year
• Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year 
• Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child 
• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year
• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application, supplemental questionnaire, and required documents may be emailed to Kimberly.Banks@Maryland.gov. Emailed application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.

If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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