EQUITY PROGRAM MANAGER (Program Manager II)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis Management Service position serves at the Appointing Authority's pleasure.\r\n�\r\nA resume must accompany your application.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) is responsible for implementation of the Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) Race Equity Framework through collaboration, strategic reforms, and agency capacity building. The office’s mission is to identify system opportunities to reduce racial and ethnic disparities that may exist in policies and practices, and collaborate with local partners to reduce such disparities. OEI advances opportunities to promote equitable practices, inclusion, and racial healing to mitigate adverse outcomes for families and youth of color affected by the youth justice system.\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

20\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

DJS/Office of Equity and Inclusion - Statewide\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202 (HQ)\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department of Juvenile Services\r\n(DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and\r\nfostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role\r\nof Equity Program Manager (Program Manager II), so come join our team\r\nand make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nServing at the pleasure of OEI’s Executive\r\nDirector and with managerial oversight by the OEI Deputy Director, OEI staff in\r\nthe Equity Program Manager position\r\nare responsible for directing and coordinating programs and initiatives that\r\ntranslate the Department's vision for racially equitable, inclusive,\r\ndevelopmentally appropriate, and restorative practices into operational\r\nreality. Guided by the DJS Mission, Vision, and Pathways to Equity Framework,\r\nthis position oversees and manages complex, cross-agency projects, establishes\r\ngoals and standards to drive systemic policy change, and develops short- and\r\nlong-range plans to embed equitable practices across DJS operations. This\r\nposition will also exercise independent judgment in overseeing specialized\r\npolicy portfolios, representing the department in a liaison capacity to build\r\npartnerships, and planning, coordinating, implementing, supervising, and\r\nevaluating agency efforts to ensure initiatives move successfully from strategy\r\nto execution.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nEssential Position Functions:\r\n\r\n\r\nStrategic Leadership & Policy Implementation��\r\n\r\n\r\n Directs and plans\r\n the development, implementation, and evaluation of systemic reform initiatives.�\r\n Evaluates\r\n programs and practices, performance data, policies and procedures, enacting\r\n actionable change to mitigate disparities and enhance operational equity.��\r\n Manages\r\n comprehensive project plans and coordinates deliverables to translate executive\r\n vision into operational steps.��\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCross-Agency Collaboration & Partnership, Leadership��\r\n\r\n\r\n Develops\r\n strategic partnerships with internal divisions and community stakeholders to\r\n drive system-wide reform.�\r\n Coordinates\r\n inter-agency and family-driven workgroups, committees, and advisory boards to\r\n foster participatory design, shared accountability, and culture change.��\r\n Represents OEI as\r\n a subject matter expert, providing consultation, technical assistance, and\r\n strategic guidance to agency leadership and youth justice practitioners.��\r\n May supervise,\r\n plan, direct, and evaluate the work of assigned staff, managing performance and\r\n providing mentorship in alignment with OEI objectives.��\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCapacity Building & Operational Equity��\r\n\r\n\r\n Develops, plans,\r\n and coordinates capacity-building initiatives, toolkits, training modules, and\r\n other learning experiences that enhance staff will and skill in equity,\r\n inclusion, and restorative practices.��\r\n Develops\r\n standardized resources and practice guides that support the practical\r\n application of equity principles in daily DJS field and facility operations.��\r\n Analyzes youth\r\n justice data with stakeholders to guide strategy and assess the impact of\r\n agency initiatives.��\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nInitiative Management & other duties as assigned��\r\n\r\n\r\n Manages a diverse\r\n portfolio of special projects, planning strategic next steps and executing\r\n workflows independently.��\r\n Adapts to\r\n changing priorities, continuously improves skills, and expands expertise to\r\n keep pace with and drive DJS's reform efforts.��\r\n Performs other\r\n duties as assigned and pivots across operational areas as needed to advance the\r\n broader mission of the Office of Equity and Inclusion.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position offers a hybrid telework schedule with statewide travel as\r\nneeded.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or\r\nuniversity.\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience:\r\nSeven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in youth-serving,\r\njuvenile justice, or human services programs or initiatives. Experience must\r\ninclude leading or supporting program, operational, or reform initiatives;\r\nimplementing policies or procedures; coordinating with internal and external\r\npartners; and using data or performance information to improve outcomes.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n Professional experience evaluating programs, practices, performance\r\n data, policies, and procedures to enact actionable change that mitigates\r\n disparities and enhances operational equity�\r\n Experience coordinating inter-agency and family-driven workgroups,\r\n committees, and advisory boards to foster participatory design, shared\r\n accountability, and culture change�\r\n Experience shifting power and decision-making authority by formalizing\r\n and resourcing the leadership of youth and families to shape systems�\r\n Experience developing, planning, and coordinating capacity-building initiatives,\r\n toolkits, training modules, and learning experiences that enhance staff will\r\n and skill in equity, inclusion, and restorative practices�\r\n Experience leading or supporting system-level reform initiatives in\r\n youth justice, human services, or related settings, including equity,\r\n inclusion, restorative practices, or organizational change efforts�\r\n Proven track record establishing strong partnerships with organizations\r\n deeply connected to and serving Hispanic and Latino youth, families, and\r\n communities�\r\n Experience developing and expanding language access infrastructure,\r\n including translation, interpretation services, and bilingual resources for\r\n non-English speaking youth and families�\r\n Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing culturally\r\n responsive programming and community engagement strategies specifically\r\n tailored for Hispanic and Latino youth and families\r\n\r\n\r\n

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 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.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

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.\r\n\r\n\r\nPlease 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.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

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 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.\r\n\r\n\r\nMaryland Department of Juvenile Services��\r\nOHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit��\r\n217 E. Redwood Street��\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202��\r\nAttn: Recruitment# 26-005477-0034�\r\nFax number 410-333-4188�\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\nIf 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 Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\n\r\n\r\nShould additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.�\r\n\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\r\n\r\nDJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.�\r\n\r\n\r\nBilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.�\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.�\r\n\r\n\r\nWe welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.\r\n