DJS Assistant Superintendent Residential Facility I
This Management Service position serves at the Appointing Authority's pleasure.
Our Mission
To empower youth and advance public safety through opportunity, accountability,
and community partnership.
Our Vision
Empowered youth. Strong families. Safe communities.
Our Values
Collaboration • Developmental Approach • Transparency • Equity
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Lower Eastern Shore Children's Center
405 Naylor Mill Road
Salisbury, MD 21801
A DJS Assistant Superintendent Residential Facility I is the first managerial level of work overseeing the daily administration, management and overall operation of a large Department of Juvenile Services facility. Employees in this classification function as deputies to Facility Superintendents and assume full responsibility for the facility or facilities in the absence of the Superintendent.
Employees in this classification manage the work of employees providing services to resident youth through subordinate DJS Supervisors.
Employees may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays and may be subject to call-in based on staffing needs or emergency situations.
Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission Regulation.
Experience: Two years of experience supervising staff in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth.
Note: An Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice or the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of the required general experience. A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to two years of the required general experience.
The preferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following qualifications:
Candidate will: be flexible with work schedule and have the ability to work evening hours; have the ability to teach, train and build effective teams within the facility; be knowledgeable; be safety and security-minded, and; be able to prioritize workflow to meet deadlines to implement systems and schedules.
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited four-year college or university is preferred.
1. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification must obtain certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.
2. 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 operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
3. Candidates who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate within 365 days of initial appointment or placement in this classification according to Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.03. Employees are required to maintain certification while employed.
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your completed 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. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. The resulting certified eligible list from this recruitment may be used to fill similar positions of the same classification in this or other State agencies.
The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's 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.
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. 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 materials must be 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
203 River Street
Snow Hill, MD 21863
Attn: Tabitha Andrews, Recruitment #
Fax number 410-632-1527
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 410-767-4850 or [email protected].
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at [email protected]. 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 State’s 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.
We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.
