PROGRAM MANAGER I

19- Management Service

300 N. Gay Street, Baltimore, MD. 21202           

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

The main purpose of this position will be to provide coaching and support to case management specialist supervisor and case management program supervisors in the region. This position will involve ensuring special initiatives are implemented in the region and coaches the other supervisors in the region on the implementation and adherence to supervision models.  This position will be a key asset to the regional director when needed for covering duties in the region.

Some key responsibilities of this position may include, but not be limited, to the following:

Responsibility #1

Employees in this classification are responsible for directing programs unique to DJS mission and operations and which are not found in other agencies. Employees in this classification have supervisory or managerial responsibility for the work of other employees in the Skilled or Professional Services.

Responsibility #2

Provides coaching and support to Case Management Specialist Supervisor and Case Management Program Supervisors in the Region. This position provides support to the Regional Director when needed for covering duties in the region.

Responsibility #3

Additionally, they are responsible for ensuring special initiatives implemented in the Region and coaches the other supervisors in the Region on the implementation and adherence to supervision models.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in social/behavioral sciences, criminal justice or related fields

Experience: 5 years of progressive experience in youth programming, staff leadership/supervision, and program development, with a clear progression of responsibility. 

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

  Advanced degrees or specialized experience (senior management, data analysis, grant writing, Rewire and Probation Transformation)

 Master's Degree (Social Work, Public Admin, etc.) often preferred or can substitute for some experience

Budget and contract management, stakeholder engagement, knowledge of DJS policy or juvenile justice best practices

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.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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

OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit

217 E. Redwood Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

Attn: DJS Recruitment Team

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.

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.