Job Information
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE SERVICES DJS Superintendent III in Flintstone, Maryland
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 the role of
DJS Superintendent III (Facility Administrator), so join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!
The Facility Administrator provides direct management and supervision for the operation of the Green Ridge Youth Center, a 40 bed juvenile facility, to include personnel and staffing, retention, education, medical and behavioral health services for youth, the rehabilitation of delinquent youth and responsible for the care and custody of youth in the Department care. DJS is mandated to provide secure and non-secure residential facilities for the rehabilitation of delinquent youth.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:A Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, or closely related field.
Experience:Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in facility management or operations, including at least three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience in a juvenile detention, residential youth treatment program, or similar institutional setting.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Masters Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, or closely related field.
Experience in preparing and managing budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation to meet facility needs and maintaining operational success.
Experience with developing, enforcing, and evaluating policies that align with State and departmental guidelines.
Experience with setting clear goals, conducting performance evaluations, and addressing staff training and development needs.
SELECTION PROCESS
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.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment will involve rating 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.
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
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
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 las 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
OHR-Recruitment and Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
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