Assistant Superintendent Residential Facility I - Department of Juvenile Services

Introduction

This position as Assistant Superintendent Residential Facility I within the Department of Juvenile Services represents a managerial role responsible for supervising the daily administration and overall operations of a sizable juvenile facility. Those appointed serve at the discretion of the appointing authority.

Mission, Vision, and Values

The organization strives to empower youth and promote public safety by fostering opportunity, accountability, and community partnerships. Its vision includes empowered youth, strong families, and safe communities, anchored by values such as collaboration, a developmental approach, transparency, and equity.

Location and Grade

Grade 19, based at the Lower Eastern Shore Children's Center, 405 Naylor Mill Road, Salisbury, MD 21801.

Main Duties

The Assistant Superintendent acts as the primary managerial deputy to the Facility Superintendent, overseeing the entire facility or multiple facilities during the Superintendent's absence. This role involves managing staff who serve resident youth through subordinate supervisors. The position may require working evenings, weekends, holidays, and being available for call-in in emergencies or staffing shortages.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED accepted by the Maryland State Board of Education as per Correctional Training Commission Regulation.
• Minimum two years supervising staff in a juvenile facility or community program for at-risk youth.
• Educational substitutes: An Associate degree in Criminal Justice or social/behavioral sciences counts as one year experience; a Bachelor's degree in these fields counts as two years experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Flexibility to work evening hours.
• Skills in teaching, training, and building effective teams within the facility.
• Strong knowledge of safety and security protocols.
• Ability to prioritize workflow and meet deadlines to implement operational systems.
• A Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences or criminal justice from an accredited college is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission is mandatory.
• Employees may be required to operate a motor vehicle and must hold a valid Maryland driver’s license accordingly.
• Completion and passing of the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course within 365 days of appointment is required and must be maintained.

Selection and Examination Process

Applicants must submit complete information demonstrating qualifications by the closing date; incomplete or late submissions will not be considered. Candidates remain on the eligible list for one year and may be considered for similar roles statewide. The application review assesses education, training, and experience alignment with role requirements. Supplemental questionnaires must be submitted and correspond to the application details. Foreign education requires equivalency proof before hire.

Additional Information and Instructions

The online application method is strongly advised. Paper applications with supplemental questionnaires can be submitted via email or fax, bearing the applicant's name, recruitment number, and last four digits of SSN. Applications must arrive by 5:00 PM on the closing day; late or improperly completed forms will be rejected. Contact details for technical assistance and recruitment questions are provided.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to a diverse workforce and encourages applications from veterans, bilingual individuals, people with disabilities, and those transitioning from federal service, promoting an inclusive and equitable workplace.