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MILITARY YOUTH WORKER SUPERVISOR

Assistant Commandant

Recruitment #22-000499-0001

GRADE

14

LOCATION OF POSITION

Freestate ChalleNGe Academy

Building E4230 Beal Rd.

Harford, MD 21010

Main Purpose of Job

To monitor, supervise and direct cadets who are participants in the Maryland National Guard Military Youth Corps, Freestate ChalleNGe Academy. Maintain Discipline in the corps, and provide practical guidance that will enable the cadet to complete the program and function effectively in society.

POSITION DUTIES

Serves as the direct line supervisor of the Military Youth Worker Supervisor.

Oversees the development and training of all cadre staff.

Approves, schedules, assigns duties and daily activities for the cadre.

Coordinates the general development and non-academic skills training of more than 300 cadets annually.

Supervises the Military Youth Worker Supervision in the movement of cadets to and from classrooms, barracks, work details, etc.

Develops the training schedule and curriculum for all staff and cadets.

Upholds the standards and policies of the FCA programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Two years of experience providing supervision and guidance to youths in a quasi-military environment including one year as a shift or platoon leader.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Service Aid and Assistant classification or Social Service Aid and Assistant specialty codes in the Social Services, Psychology and Welfare field of work for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One year of experience supervising cadets

One year of experience working with at risk youths

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

You must have your COVID vaccination for this position.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification will be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid leading to certification. These certifications must be kept current as a requirement of residential childcare licensure by the Department of Human Services.

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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. 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.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to a criminal background check as required by the Annotated Code of Maryland, Family Law Article, Section 5-561.

3. Employees in this classification must provide a telephone number where they can be reached.

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 ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience relating to the requirement of this job.  The rating will be based on your application. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after the closing date.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. A copy of your proof of eligibility (DD 214) for Veterans’ Credit will be required prior to hire.

PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. The paper application must be received by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. If online access is not available, you may submit a paper application to:

Maryland Military Department State Personnel Office

Fifth Regiment Armory, Room B10

Baltimore, MD 21201-2288  

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Angela Stokes at angela.stokes1@maryland.gov

Fax: 410-234-3830

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




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