Executive Director
Executive Aide IX
Recruitment #23-009609-0004
Department | Governor's Ofc of Crime Prev, Youth & Victim Svcs |
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Date Opened | 5/26/2023 09:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 6/16/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $170,000 to $185,000/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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Work Location |
Anne Arundel
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GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth and Victim Services (GOCPYVS) reports to the Governor’s Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety. GOCPYVS is a coordinating office that is responsible for managing $300M in state and federal grant funds and advises the Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety and the Governor on public safety policy and strategies. The office plans, promotes, and funds efforts that enhance public safety, prevent and reduce crime, support victims and promote fairness and equity within the justice system. The Office employs nearly 100 full-time and contractual staff.
The Executive Director is responsible for oversight, management and disbursement of $300M in grant funds annually to support programs and strategies that enhance public safety, reduce crime and support victims. The Executive Director manages the operations of the Office and provides oversight and direction to its senior leaders. The Executive Director will also provide advice to the Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety and the Governor on a range of criminal justice and public safety related issues and develop and execute a strategic vision for the Office. The Executive Director will collaborate with other State agency leaders to develop and implement a statewide strategy designed to make Maryland safer by preventing and reducing crime, strengthening supports for victims and witnesses, increasing effective alternatives to detention and promoting fairness and equity.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong executive to lead Maryland’s public safety and victim services policy and grant administration agency. The successful candidate will be an experienced manager, strategist and advisor who has subject matter expertise and grant management experience. Most importantly, they will be a collaborator and partner who will help support the Governor’s vision for making Maryland safer while promoting equity and fairness.
This is an Executive Service position which serves at the
pleasure of the Governor.
POSITION DUTIES
Executive
Leadership
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Manages and
directs all operations of GOCPYVS
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Provides
advice and support to the Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety and Governor
on a wide range of public safety related topics
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Advances the
Administration’s position on criminal justice and public safety related
policies
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Leads
GOCPYVS’s senior team to hire, develop and retain highly competent staff
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Provides
supervision, mentorship and support to managers and staff
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Promotes
equity, diversity and inclusion within GOCPYVS and externally
Policy
& Grants Management
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Develops and
implements the strategic plan and direction for GOCPYVS including mission,
goals, objectives and implementation strategies
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Translates the
Governor’s public safety vision and new legislation into program goals, actions
and policies
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Monitors and
maintains oversight of grants and expenditures of federal and state funds
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Encourages and
fosters collaboration with criminal justice system partners, victim service
agencies, local governments and non-profits in grant solicitations and awards
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Ensures that
the grant solicitation, peer review and award processes emphasize objectivity,
equity, reliance on data and sound principles of program evaluation
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Coordinates
with the Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety, the Department of Juvenile
Services, the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, the
Maryland State Police and other agencies to support development and
implementation of statewide interagency public safety and criminal justice
policy, practice and procedures and implementation plans
External
Relations
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Establishes
and maintains effective working relationships with law enforcement, criminal
justice, victim services and non-governmental leaders and counterparts
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Establishes
and maintains effective working relationships with federal funding agencies
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Communicates
regularly with local jurisdictions to assess public safety concerns and funding
needs
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Represents the
Office at a national level including membership in the National Criminal
Justice Association, participates in and presents to national conferences, and
participates in multi-state collaborations on criminal justice, juvenile
justice and victims of crime issues
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Stays abreast
of nationwide best practices and innovative approaches to criminal justice,
public safety and victim services
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: A minimum of 8 years of experience managing programs and/or grants in the areas of public safety, criminal justice, victim services, juvenile justice or a related field. Four years of this experience should be at the executive level leading complex organizations and diverse teams.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience and a demonstrated understanding of federal and
state grant administration
Experience managing/overseeing multiple funding sources and
grant programs
A problem-solver with proven leadership and management
skills
Excellent negotiation and consensus building skills
Ability to work in a complex political environment
Ability to build, supervise and support a diverse and
collaborative team
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should
submit a letter of interest and resume to gocpyvsdir@maryland.gov by June 16, 2023. No
postmarks will be accepted.
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
For
questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment
and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or
410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
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
recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the
State's diversity.