ASSISTANT WARDEN

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team within the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services in Maryland. This pivotal role as Assistant Warden offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of incarcerated individuals while ensuring the safety and security of the facility. You will oversee various programs and services, develop policies, and manage operations in a challenging yet rewarding environment. With a focus on restorative justice, this position not only provides a competitive salary and benefits but also the opportunity for professional growth and advancement. If you are a dedicated leader with a passion for making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Plans

Pension Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Two years as Facility Administrator or four years as Security Chief required.
• Experience in correctional management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of operational services in correctional facilities.
• Develop policies to improve operations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Management Skills

Policy Development

Conflict Resolution

Supervisory Experience

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

60 credit hours in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

Introduction

This is a Management Service position, serving at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. If 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! The 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. 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. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career while 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.

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

There are multiple vacancies located throughout the State of Maryland. Therefore, the resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies. When completing the application, please select all locations in which you are willing to work.

POSITION DUTIES

The Assistant Warden oversees and directs the management of program and operational services such as security operations, correctional classification, social work, recreation, psychology, religious services, maintenance, food services, and others for the incarcerated population. Work is performed in a correctional facility and employees are exposed to incarcerated individuals who may be abusive and hostile. Employees in this classification:

1. Plans, administers, coordinates, and reviews the security, treatment, and administrative programs of a correctional facility in the state of Maryland.
2. Develops policies and procedures to improve operations in a correctional institution.
3. Reviews recommendations made by correctional classification personnel to approve or disapprove changes in security operations, job assignments, program participation, and disciplinary action.
4. May coordinate the work release program and develop policies to ensure effectiveness in the release and return of inmates.
5. Handles problems and complaints from supervisory and managerial personnel.
6. May administer grievance decisions and employee discipline in accordance with Division of Correction and Department of Personnel rules and regulations.
7. Attends task force meetings and committees to supply or collect information and discuss problems and issues affecting the institution.
8. Ensures that the institution is in compliance with all regulations of the Maryland Commission on Correctional Standards.

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: Two years of experience as a Facility Administrator or four years of experience as a Security Chief.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional education at an accredited college or university at the rate of sixty credit hours for one year of the required experience provided that a minimum of 15 credit hours are in the field of criminal justice or related social science.
2. Experience as a Director or Manager of a program within a correction institution can be substituted for the required experience as a Security Chief on a year-for-year basis for the Security Chief experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience in correctional classifications or correctional specialty codes similar to Facility Administrator or Security Chief on a year-for-year basis.
4. Experience served in positions similar to the rank of Facility Administrator and Security Chief in other jurisdictions will be considered on a year-for-year basis.

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 placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

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. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

1. Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
2. Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
3. Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
4. Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
5. Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
6. Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to [e-mail]. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. If 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 [e-mail] referencing the recruitment number in the subject line. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at 410-585-3999. Brittney Liles [e-mail] If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at [e-mail] or 410-767-4850. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.