Introduction
The Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy serves as a coordinating office that advises the Governor on criminal justice strategies. The office plans, promotes, and funds efforts with government entities, private organizations, and the community to advance public policy, enhance public safety, reduce crime and juvenile delinquency, and serve victims.
GRADE
15
LOCATION OF POSITION
Prince George's County, Office TBD
Main Purpose of Job
The P.R.O.T.E.C.T. Coordinator serves as the linchpin in fostering community safety and crime
prevention initiatives with local law enforcement officials and community leaders in Prince
George’s County.
Tasked with ensuring the optimal utilization of existing crime prevention programs and grants,
coordinating community and youth activities, and mobilizing efforts to reclaim public spaces, the Coordinator plays a pivotal role in maintaining public safety. Rapid response to public nuisances and close collaboration with local law enforcement agencies characterize the Coordinator's approach, aimed at fostering positive relationships and building trust within the community. By spearheading strategies to reduce crime rates and engaging with public safety partners, community leaders, and faith-based organizations, the Coordinator works within a collaborative framework to uphold the objectives outlined in Senate Bill 929, 2020/Chapter 20, 2021. Through teamwork and proactive engagement, the Coordinator endeavors to create safer and more secure environments for all residents within the jurisdiction.
***This is a special appointment position, that serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority***
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Three years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate needs to live in Prince George's County, to be eligible for this position.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working in a criminal justice or social services environment.
Experience working with community and/or business groups and leaders to raise awareness in order to facilitate change.
Experience analyzing statistics/data and putting this into a report or spreadsheet such as Microsoft Excel.
SELECTION PROCESS
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.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
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.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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 recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
