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DJS YOUTH TRANSPORTATION OFFICER I

Recruitment #15-002618-0001

Introduction

This recruitment is for a seasonal position beginning May 6, 2015 and ending September 8, 2015.

By law, DJS is a child-serving agency responsible for assessing the individual needs of referred youth and providing intake, detention, probation, commitment and after-care services.

DJS collaborates with youth, families, schools, community partners, law enforcement and other public agencies to coordinate services and resources to contribute to safer communities.

GRADE

11

LOCATION OF POSITION

6505 Coastal Highway

Ocean City, MD 21842

Main Purpose of Job

The DJS Youth Transportation Officer I is the intermediate level of work transporting and escorting youth who have been detained or placed in a facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.

 Experience: One year of experience working with groups of children or youth in a structured environment, such as a recreation center or school setting.

Note: 1.  The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Services Aid and Assistant classifications or Social Services Aid and Assistant specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

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.  

2. 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.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Training Course for DJS support staff required for Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.

2. 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. In accordance with the Correctional Services Article of the Maryland Annotated Code, Section 8-209, 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:

U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status

Must be at least 21 years of age

A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing

An oral interview,

Physical and psychological examinations.

2. Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, may be supplied with a cell phone or may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number at which they can be reached.

3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing inaccordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09 – Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

The incumbent in this position is not a member of a covered bargaining unit and will not be required to pay bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

BENEFITS

This is a contractual position with no benefits.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

We strongly suggest using the online application process.  However, if online access is not available, you may mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paper application to the fax number below.  If you choose fax or regular mail you must include on each page of the attachment your first and last name, recruitment number that is located at the top of this bulletin and the last 4 digits of your social security number.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm: close of business, on the closing date for this recruitment, no postmark will be accepted.  Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

301-C Commerce Street Snow Hill, MD 21863

Attn:  Tabitha Andrews

Fax number: 410-632-1527

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. 

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country.  Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

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