djs youth transportation officer supervisor

Introduction

Mission Statement:�To transform young people's lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.\r
Vision Statement:�Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.\r

GRADE

14\r
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LOCATION OF POSITION

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Baltimore\r
City Juvenile Justice Center�\r
Residential Services\r
Transportation Unit�\r
300 North\r
Gay Street�\r
Baltimore, MD 21202\r
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Main Purpose of Job

The DJS Youth Transportation Officer Supervisor is the supervisory level of work transporting and escorting youth who are detained or placed in a facility operated by DJS. This person supervises the operation of the Unit, which includes coordination of training and management of transportation schedules to courts etc. This position is responsible for the coordination of transporting youth being transferred between facilities. This position is also responsible for ensuring safety checks and inspections are regularly conducted on vehicles and equipment.\r

POSITION DUTIES

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Manages the overall operation of the Transportation District Unit in\r
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with Departmental and unit policy and protocol\r
which includes; coordinating\r
the daily reconciliation of transportation vans and equipment, coordinating\r
transportation schedules to court; performing safety checks and inspections of vehicles and equipment; developing work schedules to assure adequate coverage for shifts.\r
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Monitors fiscal objects (overtime,\r
supplies, telecommunication equipment; etc.) to comply with budgetary/administrative direction.\r
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Provides data as requested utilizing the appropriate reporting format and timetable in accordance with administrative\r
direction.\r
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Must be able to communicate\r
well with both internal and external customers.\r
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.\r
Experience: Three years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at-risk youth. \r
Notes:\r
1.�The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Articles, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.\r
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.\r

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the minimum and selective qualifications to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.\r
Candidates must possess a current Maryland Correctional Training Commission (MCTC) certification.\r

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference\r
will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred\r
qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application\r
regarding your qualifications.\r
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Experience supervising and transporting youth in a secure residential\r
juvenile facility.\r
Experience with assigning, reviewing, training, and approving the work\r
of employees.\r
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LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This\r
recruitment is limited to only current State of Maryland employees.\r

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates must be certified by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission prior to appointment and are required to maintain certification while employed. \r
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. \r

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 , general regulations of the Maryland Correctional Training Commission, and include:\r
U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status\r
Must be at least 21 years of age\r
A thorough background check, including fingerprinting and drug testing\r
An oral interview, and\r
�Physical and psychological examinations. \r
2. Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, may be supplied with a pager or may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number at which they can be reached. \r
3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation – Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. \r

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.�\r
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

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related experience and education.�\r
For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. Please note that your answers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.\r

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is�strongly�urged.� However, if you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paper application�to the fax number below.� If you choose to fax or use regular mail, you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last four digits of your SS#.� The paper application must be received by�5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for this recruitment.� No postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted:� �\r
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services\r
OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit\r
217 E. Redwood Street\r
Baltimore, MD 21202\r
Attn: Jakiraman Jones\r
Fax number� \r
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r
Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the DJS Office of Human Resources at���Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.�\r
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r
DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.�\r
Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.\r
Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.\r