ADMINISTRATOR I (LDI Program Administrator/ Instructor)

Introduction

*This is a Special Appointment position and serves\r\nat the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.*\r\n\r\nIf you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!\r\nThe Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.\r\nAs a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.\r\n�\r\n\r\n

GRADE

STD0016

LOCATION OF POSITION

Carroll County\r\n6852 4th Street\r\nSykesville, MD 21784\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

The Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions\r\n(MPCTC) is seeking a Program Administrator/Instructor to join the Leadership\r\nDevelopment Institute at the Public Safety Education and Training Center in\r\nSykesville, MD. This pivotal role is responsible for the strategic oversight,\r\ndesign, and delivery of high-impact training programs, ensuring that all\r\ncurricula, including mandated First Line Administrator, First Line Supervisor,\r\nand Basic Instructor programs, are current, meet Code of Maryland Regulations\r\n(COMAR) standards, and reflect industry standards. The position will be\r\nresponsible for administering, facilitating, and instructing in-person classes.\r\n�\r\nKey Responsibilities include but not limited to:\r\n\r\n\r\nCurriculum Innovation and Teaching - Develop, revise,\r\nand implement lesson plans, training materials, practical\r\nscenarios and assessments tailored to executive and supervisory\r\nleadership and other relevant public safety training programs for both\r\nmandated and non-mandated programs. Facilitate and deliver in-person\r\ntraining and workshops, ensuring learning objectives are met and\r\nparticipants are engaged. Conduct on-going research to update courses\r\nand training materials.\r\n\r\n\r\nStrategic Oversight - Manage training schedules and\r\ncollaborate with external trainers to ensure resource efficiency and\r\ninstructional quality. Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of training\r\nactivities and participant progress. Evaluate and revise programs for\r\neffectiveness and relevancy.\r\n\r\n\r\nRegulatory Compliance - Ensure all programs, training\r\ninitiatives, and instructional materials are current, meet COMAR and industry\r\nstandards, and maintain educational integrity.\r\n\r\n\r\nMentorship & Collaboration – Provide technical\r\nassistance and instructional support across MPCTC units to foster a\r\ncohesive, state-wide approach to public safety training.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nApplicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.\r\nEducation: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.\r\nExperience: Five years of experience as a public safety professional.\r\nNotes:\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Additional experience in public safety work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for�the required education.\r\n2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted�at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required general�experience.\r\n3. 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 education and experience.\r\n\r\n

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n1. A minimum of two years of experience as a First Line Supervisor or First Line Administrator in�public safety.\r\n2. A minimum of three years of experience in planning, teaching, organizing, and implementing\r\nleadership, human resources, basic instructor (or train the trainer), professional development,�and/or public safety training.\r\n3. Possession of a MPCTC Instructor Certification or the ability to obtain certification within six�months of hire.\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate must be fluent in spoken and written English. The ideal candidate must effectively and respectfully communicate with diverse populations, providing services to individuals with different beliefs, behaviors, and interpersonal styles in confinement or community settings. Professional working fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, or any other language is a plus.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

\r\nPlease make sure that you provide sufficient\r\ninformation on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for\r\nthis recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be\r\nsubmitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted\r\nafter this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible\r\n(employment) list for at least one year.\r\n\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Please report ALL experience and education that is related to this position..�The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.\r\n

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.\r\nCLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\n\r\n Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)\r\n Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year\r\n Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year�\r\n Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child�\r\n Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year\r\n Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application, supplemental questionnaire, and required documents may be emailed to Tiara.Mills@Maryland.gov. Emailed application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.\r\n\r\nIf you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\n\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n