Director Of Human Resources III
Director Of Human Resources III
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11-04-2025
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Job Description
Introduction
This Management Service position serves at the Appointing Authoritys pleasure.
A resumemustaccompany your completed application.
Mission Statement:To transform young peoples lives create safer communities and forge more equitable systems through communitybased partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.
Vision Statement:Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.
This recruitment is limited to current Maryland DJS employees only.
GRADE
24
LOCATION OF POSITION
Support ServicesDivision
Office of HumanResources
Baltimore MD 21202
Main Purpose of Job
Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule and mayrequire occasional travel.
The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services(DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives creating safer communities andfostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the roleof Director of Human Resources IIIso come join our team and make a meaningful impact by shaping the workforcethat serves youth and the community at DJS!
The Director of Human ResourcesIII role oversees six key HR areas: Recruitment Employment ServicesEmployee Relations Labor Relations Health Benefits and HRIS. The Director isresponsible for strategic workforce planning compliance with state and federalregulations and fostering a positive work environment for over 2400employees. They serve as a key advisor to executive leadership and act as theprimary liaison with state agencies unions and workforce initiatives.
Some key responsibilities mayinclude but are not limited to the following:
- Overseeing HR Operations: Lead recruitment selection and hiring for permanent and contractual employees including job analysis advertising application review testing and candidate selection.
- Managing Compensation & Classification: Administer pay plans reclassification requests salary surveys and special pay provisions while ensuring compliance with DBM guidelines.
- Providing HR Guidance & Training: Advise leadership and employees on employment policies performance management grievances ethics and disciplinary actions.
- Overseeing Labor Relations & Collective Bargaining: Serve as the primary contact for union relations MOUs and labor negotiations; represent DJS at Labor Management Committees (LMCs).
- Developing & Evaluating HR Policies: Ensure efficiency compliance and alignment with best practices in human resources and juvenile services.
- Leading Emergency & COOP Planning: Develop and maintain DJS emergency response plans coordinate statewide drills and act as the primary liaison with MDEM.
- Representing DJS Statewide: Participate in committees workforce initiatives and negotiations with AFSCME and MPEC.
- Managing HR Budget: Oversee and administer the $1.9 million HR budget ensuring resource allocation aligns with agency goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelors degree from an accreditedcollege or university.
Experience: Eight 8 years of progressively responsible experience inhuman resources management overseeing multiple HR functions such asrecruitment employee relations labor relations or workforce planning withat least three 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelors degree (or higher) in HumanResources Business Administration Public Administration or a closely relatedfield.
Prior experience in HR administration andmanagement in the public sector.
Experience leading a large multifunctionalHR team in a complex organization.
Knowledge of or experience with laborrelations collective bargaining agreements and employment law compliance.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with executiveleadership unions and State control agencies.
Strong strategic planning organizational development andbudget management skills.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
This recruitment is limited tocurrentMaryland DJS employees only.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please ensure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Allinformation concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; we will not consider information submitted after this date.Successful candidates may 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 will involve a rating of your application based on your education training and/or experience as it relates to the positions 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 questionnairemustcorrespond 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 isSTRONGLYrecommended. However if you are unable to apply online you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail ensure 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 SS#. Paper application materialsmustbe received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time or those with incorrect forms will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHRRecruitment & Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore MD 21202
Attn:Recruitment #
Fax number
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 ator.
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services Recruitment and Examination Unit at. 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 States 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.
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.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
Key Skills
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