Djs Resident Advisor Lead

Join Us in Making aDifference at DJS!

The MarylandDepartment of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young livescreating safer communities and fostering equitable systems. We are seekingpassionate individuals for the role of DJS Residential Advisor LEAD so comejoin our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

The Resident Advisor Leadposition with DJS provides lead level of work as it relates to providingsupervision and guidance to youth residing in a facility operated by theDepartment of Juvenile Services. The Resident Advisor Lead observes interactsassists youth with everyday life skills and advises them of appropriatealternative behaviors. This position also trains assigns and reviews the workof lower-level DJS Resident Advisors but they do not perform the full range ofsupervisory duties. The Resident Advisor Lead must possess a full certificationfrom MCTC and maintain MCTC certification on an annual basis.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school orpossession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One and one halfyears of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenilefacility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth.

Notes:

1. The above educationalrequirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission inaccordance with the Correctional Services Article Section 8-209 AnnotatedCode of Maryland.

2. Candidates may substitutesuccessful completion of six hours of supervisory related training approved byDJS Human Resources for six months of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substituteeducation in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences at anaccredited college or university at a rate of 15 credit hours for each sixmonths of the required experience for up to one year of experience.

4. Candidates may substituteU.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer inSocial Services Aid and Assistant classifications or Social Services Aid andAssistant specialty codes in the Social Science Psychology and Welfare fieldof work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Preference willbe given to applicants with experience training reviewing and approving thework of employees in a secure residential juvenile facility/setting.

This recruitment is limited tocurrent Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees.

1. Candidates whohave not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance LevelCorrectional Training Course for DJS staff required for the MarylandCorrectional Training Commission certificate within 365 days of initialappointment or placement in this classification according to Code of MarylandRegulations 12.10.01.03. Employees are required to maintain certification whileemployed.

2. Employees inthis classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of amotor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess amotor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

3. Employees inthis classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers may be required tocomplete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess avalid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a MedicationTechnician.

1. In accordancewith the Correctional Services Article Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code ofMaryland the Maryland Correctional Training Commission shall establish theminimum qualifications for probationary or permanent appointment of aDepartment of Juvenile Services employee in a mandated position. Theserequirements are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations12.10.01.04 general regulations of the Maryland Correctional TrainingCommission and include:

U.S. Citizenshipor Resident Alien status

Must be at least21 years of age

A thoroughbackground check including fingerprinting and drug testing

An oralinterview and

Physical andpsychological examinations.

2. Employees inthis classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance withCode of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09 Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

Please ensurethat your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstratethat you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentationrelated to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date;information received after this date will not be considered. Successfulcandidates will be ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified andplaced on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. This list mayalso be used to fill similar positions within this classification in thefuture.

The assessmentwill involve a rating of your application based on your education trainingand/or experience as it relates to the positions requirements. Thereforeit is essential 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 be requiredto provide proof of equivalent American education as determined by a ForeignCredential 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.

If you are aVeteran applying for this position please submit your DD 214 Long Form withyour completed application to receive proper credit.

***Please note that your answers on theSupplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on yourapplication to receive credit.***

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The onlineapplication process is strongly recommended. If you are unable toapply online you may submit a completed paper application and supplementalquestionnaire via email or fax to the addresses provided below. For fax or mailsubmissions please ensure that each page includes your first and last namethe recruitment number (located at the top of the posting) and the last fourdigits of your Social Security number. All paper application materials must bereceived by 5:00 PM on the closing date of the recruitment. Applicationsreceived after this time or those submitted with incorrect forms will not beaccepted. Postmarks will not be considered.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit

217 E. Redwood Street

Baltimore MD 21202

Attn: Moses Devaprakasam

HR Officer II

Fax number

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

If you are havingdifficulty with your user account or have general questions about the onlineapplication system please contact the Maryland Department of Budget andManagement Recruitment and Examination Division at or .

Should additionalinformation regarding this recruitment be required please contact the MarylandDepartment of Juvenile Services Recruitment and Examination Unit at .Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of thebulletin.

DJS is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity inthe workplace. Specifically we value diverse experiences regarding theeducational background and justice system contact.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to applyfor all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legalsystem are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal serviceto explore rewarding career opportunities.