Introduction
GRADE
18
LOCATION OF POSITION
The specific work location for this position may benegotiated between the hiring authority and the selected candidate based onagency needs. When completing your application please indicate all countieswhere you are willing to accept employment.
Main Purpose of Job
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 our Administrator III: OIG Investigations Supervisor role so join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!
The main purpose of this position is to provide direct supervision and oversight to OIG investigators responsible for investigating allegations of administrative and criminal violations by and against employees and service providers involving child abuse excessive use of force assaults child neglect sexual abuse serious injuries escapes and AWOLs fraud other serious allegations identified by agency leadership and inquiries regarding youth security threat involvement as well as conducting investigations of the aforementioned on an as-needed basis.
Some key responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to the following:
Manages the day-to-day operations of the Investigations Unit.
Provides oversight and monitoring regarding alerts of DJS youth suspected of involvement with a security threat group.
Monitors the Incident Reporting Database to ensure that investigators are reviewing the database as required by the Director of Investigations. The position also monitors the database to ensure that incidents have been recorded by the facility/field.
This position is eligible to work a hybrid telework schedule.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six 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 four years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Masters degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules regulations policy procedures and processes or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate for this position maypossess any of the following qualifications:
Experience investigatingadministrative or criminal allegations/incidents in accordance withdepartmental policy and procedures directives and applicable law.
Knowledge of the juvenile justice system residential andcommunity-based services and youth-serving programs. Knowledge of investigation techniques for ascertaining facts bypersonal contact observation and the examination of records. Knowledge ofinvestigative interviewing practices and techniques.
Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented.
Experience partnering with system and community stakeholders andsystem-impacted youth and families.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally withdiverse populations and all levels of management employees stakeholders andcommunities both orally and in writing.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in matters affecting youthsafety and Departmental integrity.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please ensure that your completed application includessufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for thisrecruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submittedby the closing date; information received after this date will not beconsidered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certifiedeligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fillsimilar positions within this classification in the future.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Theassessment will involve a rating of your application based on your educationtraining and/or experience as it relates to the position'srequirements.
Therefore it isessential that you provide complete and accurate information on yourapplication.Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Pleasereport all relevant experience and education.
For education obtained outside the U.S.you will berequired to provide proof of equivalent American education as determined by aForeign Credential Evaluation Service at the time of hire. Please complete thesupplemental questionnaire if applicable. They will be used when ratingapplications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnairemust correspond to the information provided on your completed application toreceive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impactthe overall rating of your completed application.
Ifyou are a Veteran applying for this position please submit your DD 214 LongForm with your completed application to receive proper credit.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is
STRONGLY recommended. Howeverif you are unable to apply online you may submit a completed paper applicationand supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addressesprovided below. If using fax or regular mail ensure each page includes yourFirst and Last Name the Recruitment Number (located at the top of theposting) and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials
must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the received after this time or those with incorrect forms will notbe accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.
Maryland Department ofJuvenile Services
OHR-Recruitment &Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood StreetBaltimore MD 21202
Attn: Nicole Jones Recruitment # 26-
Fax number
TTY Users: call viaMaryland Relay
If you are having difficulty with your user account or havegeneral questions about the online application system please contact theMaryland Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or . Should additional information regarding thisrecruitment be required please contact the Maryland Department of JuvenileServices Recruitment and Examination Unit at . Include the Recruitment Title/Number that islocated at the top of the bulletin.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed torecruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of theStates diversity.
DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving ourcountry. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.
Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome toapply for all recruitments.
Candidates with lived experience relating to thecriminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.
We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federalservice to explore rewarding career opportunities.