DJS RESIDENTIAL GROUP LIFE MANAGER I

State of Maryland; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Maryland Benefits

Job summary

The State of Maryland is seeking a DJS Residential Group Life Manager I to oversee the group life program during shifts and supervise staff serving youth in a juvenile setting.

Responsibilities include scheduling, training, and ensuring compliance with Maryland Department of Juvenile Services policies. Requires coordination across shifts and possible work on evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Four years of supervisory experience with at-risk youth in a juvenile setting or similar program.
• Substitutions: AA degree with 60 credits including 15 in CJ or social/behavioral sciences; Bachelor's degree in CJ or related field; military service on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the group life program during assigned shifts, including first-line supervision.
• Plan and schedule work assignments for staff working with youth.
• Ensure staff adherence to facility and departmental policies and maintain training standards.
• May require evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as staffing needs dictate.

Skills

Supervising youth programs

People management

Shift planning

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

US Armed Forces experience (NCO or Correctional Officer)

Job description

Introduction

GRADE

17

LOCATION OF POSITION

DJS Victor Cullen Center, 6000 Cullen Dr, Sabillasville, MD 21780 (Frederick County)

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of DJS Residential Group Life Manager I, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

This position has full responsibility for the group life program during specified shifts, to include planning and scheduling work assignments of other employees working directly with youth. This includes first‑line supervisors. This position is responsible for standards of performance and continuity of training of assigned personnel and with their adherence to facility and departmental policies. The position is assigned a regular shift but may be required to work other shifts, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required by staffing needs. The incumbent may be subject to call‑in based on staffing needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Four years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youth in a juvenile facility or juvenile services community program for at‑risk youth.

Notes:

• 1. The education and certification requirements are set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.
• 2. Candidates may substitute possession of an Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice or the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university or sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university, including 15 hours in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences for one year of the required experience.
• 3. Candidates may substitute possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or the social or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university for two years of the required experience.
• 4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non‑commissioned officer in Correctional Officer classifications or Correctional Officer specialty codes in the Miscellaneous Occupations field of work on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have three years’ experience supervising employees in the performance of work in a secure juvenile setting.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• 1. Candidates who have not already done so must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course for DJS staff required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate within 365 days of initial appointment or placement in this classification according to Code of Maryland Regulations 12.10.01.03. Employees are required to maintain certification while employed.
• 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.
• 3. Employees in this classification that are employed at DJS Youth Centers may be required to complete a Board approved medication technician training program and possess a valid Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) certification as a Medication Technician.

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:

• 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, and
• Physical and psychological examinations.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

DJS is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. Specifically, we value diverse experiences regarding the educational background and justice system contact.

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

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.