DJS YOUTH RECREATION SPECIALIST I
RE-POST
Recruitment #22-002622-0001
Department | DJS Lower Eastern Shore Children's Ctr |
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Date Opened | 3/8/2022 3:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 7/11/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $42,189.00 - $59,832.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Tabitha Andrews |
Work Location |
Wicomico
|
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.
Experience: One year of experience supervising the recreational activities of children or youth in a recreation center, fitness center or school setting.
Notes:
1. The above educational requirement is 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 from an accredited college or university in a recreational program such as Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies; Sports and Fitness Administration or Health and Physical Education or 60 credit hours with 30 credit hours in the required areas for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Recreation Aid and Assistant classifications or Recreation Aid Assistant specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Experience scheduling recreational activities to meet needs of adolescent youth.
2. Experience demonstrating
safe use of physical education equipment.
3. CPR certification.
4. Bachelor’s Degree in
Physical Education.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Employees in this
classification must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level
Correctional Training Course for DJS support staff required for the Maryland
Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.
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. 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 may be subject to call-in and, therefore, may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where the employee can be reached.
3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09 – Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
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 assessment will be a rating
of your application based on your education, training, and experience as it
relates to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that
you provide complete and accurate educational and employment information on
your application. Please make sure to provide sufficient information on
your application to show the qualifications for this recruitment.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Utilizing 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 4 digits of your SS#. The paper application must be received
by 5 p.m., close of business, on the closing date for this recruitment, no
postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be
accepted:
Maryland Department of
Juvenile Services
203 River Street
Snow Hill, MD 21863
Attn: Tabitha Andrews
Fax number 410-632-1527
TTY Users: call via
Maryland Relay
Should additional information
regarding this recruitment be required, please contact DJS Office of Human
Resources at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment
Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.
As an equal opportunity
employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting
employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
DJS values the experience
gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for
all current recruitments.
Bilingual applicants are
welcome to apply for all recruitments.
The resulting Certified
Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or
other State agencies.