ADMINISTRATOR II

Introduction

f 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

STD0017

LOCATION OF POSITION

Howard County\r\n8520 Corridor Road\r\nSavage, MD 20763\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

Analysts uphold the Department's efforts to prevent illegal activities, identify employee corruption, and promote safety through the responsibilities involving threat analysis, domain analysis, and target analysis. This position with the Intelligence and Investigative Division (IID) receives, analyzes, and disseminates intelligence information under the supervision of the Intelligence Manager to help ensure the safety of the DPSCS facilities, incarcerated individuals, staff, and the public. Analyst share information across multiple agencies and departments and act as liaisons between the Department, other police agencies, and the judicial system. The Analysts are relied upon to utilize their expertise and insights to assist the Department.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

The Intel Analysts collect, manage, and organize confidential intelligence data from various sources to assist DPSCS administrators in making informed decisions. Analysts conduct threat analysis and monitor risks involving administrative violations and illegal activities. Intel Analysts use private data collections and open-source intel (OSINT) to proactively predict, detect, and counteract threats, gaining insight into tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) applied in criminal activity. Overall, they play a critical role in maintaining public safety and security, providing prompt and effective emergency information services in response to active and ongoing threats. They utilize discretion and sound judgment in releasing sensitive or confidential information. Intel Analysts is to ensure that vital information is disseminated accurately and efficiently to the relevant agency Administrators (such as Wardens, Directors, and other agency leaders), enabling them to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions to mitigate the risks associated with the threats.\r\n\r\n\r\nAnalysts consolidate intelligence information into strategic analytical products that contextualize intelligence data for their supervisors and managers. They conduct domain analysis by identifying trends from structured and unstructured data points, utilizing OSNIT and alternative databases to produce actionable insights that help identify successful strategies and asset allocations. Analysts track and measure their outcomes to identify more refined strategic execution methods.��\r\n\r\n\r\nAnalysts conduct targeting analysis, identifying investigatory and intelligence gaps, and coordinate intel information sharing across agencies. They use specialized tools, unique data sets, and network analysis techniques to drive collection and provide insight. They bring together analysis and operations/investigations, lead training, and maintain correspondence with other intelligence consumers and agencies. An analyst's work product is expected to be built with creativity, critical thinking, and strong communication skills to enhance intelligence collection capabilities.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \r\nExperience: Five years of administrative staff or professional work. \r\nNotes: \r\n1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience. \r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. \r\n3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience. \r\n4. 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.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

�1) Experience using EITHER internal DPSCS system OR external criminal justice systems such as the Offender case management system (OCMS) Automated Gang Intel database(AGI), Criminal Justice Information System(CJIS), National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Maryland Electronic Telecommunications Enforcement Resource System (METERS).\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n2) One (1) year of work experience collecting, analyzing, assessing and interpreting intelligence or investigative data\r\n

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 operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your 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. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\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\n\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

\r\n\r\nOnline applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable�to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may�be emailed to emily.eubanks@maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date�for the recruitment.\r\nIf you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is�to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information�must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to emily.eubanks@maryland.gov�referencing the recruitment number in the subject line. Only�additional materials that are requested will be accepted for is�recruitment.\r\n\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department�of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at�emily.eubanks@maryland.gov�\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\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\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\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n