DJS YOUTH TRANSPORTATION OFFICER TRAINEE

Introduction

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GRADE

ASTD10

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nDJS- Cheltenham Youth\r\nDetention Center\r\n11003 Frank Tippett\r\nRoad�\r\nCheltenham, MD 20623\r\n\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

\r\nJoin Us in Making a Difference at DJS!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department\r\nof Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating\r\nsafer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate\r\nindividuals for our DJS Youth\r\nTransportation Officer Trainee role, so join our team and make a meaningful\r\nimpact on youth and the community at DJS!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe DJS Youth Transportation Officer\r\nTrainee position is the intermediate level of work transporting and escorting\r\nyouth who have been detained or placed in a facility operated by the Department\r\nof Juvenile Services.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSome key\r\nresponsibilities of this position may include, but not be limited, to the\r\nfollowing:� ��\r\n� Maintains custody of\r\nfacility keys in accordance with the Department Key Control Policy.\r\n\r\n� Communicate pertinent\r\ninformation to established chain of command through written and verbal\r\ncommunication.�\r\n� Escorts youth to\r\nroutine/and or emergency off grounds medical appointments.\r\n\r\n� Maintains safety and\r\nsecurity of all youth and physical plant at all times.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.\r\nExperience: None. \r\nNote: The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nThe preferred candidate for this position may\r\npossess any of the following qualifications:\r\n� Six months of\r\nexperience transporting youth in a secure residential juvenile facility.�\r\n� Previous experience\r\nworking in a juvenile facility or correctional setting.�\r\n� Six months of\r\nexperience transporting youth or adults to and from courts, facilities, or\r\nother designated locations using State vehicles, such as ten-passenger\r\nvans.��\r\n� Full Maryland\r\nCorrectional Training Commission certification.\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS support staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period. \r\n2. Employees in this classification will be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. \r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. In accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209�of the�Annotated Code of Maryland,�the Maryland Correctional Training Commission shall establish the minimum qualifications for probationary or permanent appointment of a Department of Juvenile Services employee in a mandated position. These requirements are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.04, general regulations of the Maryland Correctional Training Commission, and include:\r\nU.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status\r\nMust be at least 21 years of age\r\nA thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing\r\nAn oral interview, and\r\nPhysical and psychological examinations. \r\n2. Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, may be supplied with a pager or be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number at which they can be reached.\r\n3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09.03 – Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure that your completed application includes\r\nsufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this\r\nrecruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted\r\nby the closing date; information received after this date will not be\r\nconsidered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified\r\neligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill\r\nsimilar positions within this classification in the future.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

\r\nThe\r\nassessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education,\r\ntraining, and/or experience as it relates to the position's\r\nrequirements.�Therefore, it is\r\nessential that you provide complete and accurate information on your\r\napplication.�Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please\r\nreport all relevant experience and education.�For education obtained outside the U.S.,�you will be\r\nrequired to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a\r\nForeign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the\r\nsupplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating\r\napplications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire\r\nmust correspond to the information provided on your completed application to\r\nreceive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact\r\nthe overall rating of your completed application.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf\r\nyou are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long\r\nForm with your completed application to receive proper credit.\r\n\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nThe online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However,\r\nif you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application\r\nand supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses\r\nprovided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your\r\nFirst and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the\r\nposting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials\r\nmust be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment.\r\nApplications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not\r\nbe accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.\r\n\r\n\r\nMaryland Department of\r\nJuvenile Services�\r\nOHR-Recruitment &\r\nExamination Unit�\r\n217 E. Redwood Street�\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202�\r\nAttn: Nicole Jones, Recruitment # 26-002600-0003��\r\nFax number\r\n410-333-4188�\r\nTTY Users: call via\r\nMaryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have\r\ngeneral questions about the online application system, please contact the\r\nMaryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional information regarding this\r\nrecruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile\r\nServices, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is\r\nlocated at the top of the bulletin.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to\r\nrecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the\r\nState’s diversity.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our\r\ncountry. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to\r\napply for all recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates with lived experience relating to the\r\ncriminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWe welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal\r\nservice to explore rewarding career opportunities.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n