Community Resources Director
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Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 85963 - 133951
Posted on:
6 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
This Management Service position serves at the Appointing Authoritys pleasure.
A resume must accompany your completed application.
This recruitment is limited to current Maryland State employees only.
GRADE
20
LOCATION OF POSITION
Office of the SecretaryCommunity Resources
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore MD 21202
Main Purpose of Job
Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!
TheMaryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transformingyoung lives creating safer communities and fostering equitable systems. Weare seeking passionate individuals for the role of Community Resources Director (Program Manager II) so come join ourteam and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!
TheCommunity Resources Director closelysupports the Assistant Secretary of Community Resources in overseeing thedevelopment design procurement deployment and effectiveness of a broadarray of community-based in-home and out-of-home services supports andopportunities for DJS youth. The Director assists in planning coordinatingand managing community-based services that address the needs of DJS youth whilepromoting their growth and development in the least restrictive settingconsistent with public safety. The goal of the Director is to assure theavailability of effective and appropriate services from prevention through reentryfor DJS involved youth.
In this role you will have the opportunity to contributein various ways including:
- Staff development and supervision: Planning organizing and overseeing statewide and regional community resources and the full community continuum of services. Leading staff development coaching hiring administrative oversight policy execution case management alignment and community outreach to support cohesive and effective service delivery.
- Continuum development and maintenance: Designing and implementing a responsive continuum of care in each region. Ensuring that regular needs assessments identify critical issues service gaps and opportunities to strengthen supports for justice involved youth.
- Performance monitoring: Tracking outcomes evaluating program effectiveness and applying data to guide improvements that reinforce quality accountability and impact.
- Community outreach: Engaging community members local organizations and stakeholders to build meaningful relationships that expand awareness accessibility and use of available services. This role requires travel throughout the state.
- Collaboration: Working with internal departments and external agencies to coordinate services reduce duplication and leverage resources. Representing the Department and senior leadership at meetings and initiatives that influence program success.
- Grant writing: Identifying funding opportunities and preparing competitive grant applications that expand community-based services supports and opportunities for youth.
This position offers ahybrid telework schedule with occasional travel that may be requiredthroughout the state as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelors degree from an accreditedcollege or university in public administration social work criminal justiceeducation or a related field.
Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience managingcommunity-based programs or services for youth including at leastthree (3) years supervising or leading staff in youth-focused community-basedor juvenile justice programs.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following:
- Masters degree in public administration social work criminal justice education or other closely related field.
- Experience tracking program outcomes and using data to improve services.
- Experience in achieving measurable program goals such as increasing youth participation or expanding service access.
- Experience managing budgets contracts and leading multi-disciplinary teams in community-based or youth-focused programs.
- Strong skills in performance evaluation data analysis and compliance oversight.
- Exceptional communication leadership and stakeholders engagement skills.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
This recruitment is limited to current Maryland State employees only.
SELECTION PROCESS
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.
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 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.
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. 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 by5:00 PMon 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
Recruitment & Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore MD 21202
Attn:Recruitment #25-
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 at or.
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.
DJS is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Specifically we value diverse experiences regarding the educational background and justice system contact.
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
Key Skills
- Talent Management
- Employee Relations
- Succession Planning
- Employee Evaluation
- Human Resources Management
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Benefits Administration
- HRIS
- Training & Development
- Employment & Labor Law
- Organization Design
- Human Resources
