Djs Resident Advisor Lead

Job Description

DJS RESIDENT ADVISOR LEAD

Recruitment #26-002608-0012

Department

DJS Victor Cullen

Date Opened

10/1/2026 11:59:00 PM

Filing Deadline

10/16/2026 11:59:00 PM

Salary

$59,305.00 - $93,533.00/year

Employment Type

Full-Time

HR Analyst

MOSES DAYANANTHAN DEVAPRAKASAM

Work Location

Frederick

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Introduction

GRADE

ASTD14

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 Advisor LEAD, so come
join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

The Resident Advisor Lead
position with DJS provides lead level of work, as it relates to providing
supervision and guidance to youth residing in a facility operated by the
Department of Juvenile Services. The Resident Advisor Lead observes, interacts,
assists youth with everyday life skills and advises them of appropriate
alternative behaviors. This position also trains, assigns, and reviews the work
of lower-level DJS Resident Advisors, but they do not perform the full range of
supervisory duties. The Resident Advisor Lead must possess a full certification
from MCTC and maintain MCTC certification on an annual basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or
possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: One and one half
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 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
successful completion of six hours of supervisory related training approved by
DJS Human Resources for six months of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute
education in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences at an
accredited college or university at a rate of 15 credit hours for each six
months of the required experience for up to one year of experience.

4. Candidates may substitute
U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in
Social Services Aid and Assistant classifications or Social Services Aid and
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

Preference will
be given to applicants with experience training, reviewing and approving the
work of employees in a secure residential juvenile facility/setting.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to
current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees.

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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure
that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate
that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentation
related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date;
information received after this date will not be considered. Successful
candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and
placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. This list may
also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the
future.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment
will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training,
and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore,
it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your
application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please
report all relevant experience and education.
For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required
to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign
Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the
supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating
applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire
must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to
receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact
the overall rating of your completed application.
If you are a
Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with
your completed application to receive proper credit.
***Please note that your answers on the
Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your
application to receive credit.***

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online
application process is strongly recommended. If you are unable to
apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental
questionnaire via email or fax to the addresses provided below. For fax or mail
submissions, please ensure that each page includes your first and last name,
the recruitment number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four
digits of your Social Security number. All paper application materials must be
received by 5:00 PM on the closing date of the recruitment. Applications
received after this time, or those submitted with incorrect forms, will not be
accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Attn: Moses Devaprakasam
HR Officer II
Fax number 410-333-4188
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
If you are having
difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online
application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and
Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Should additional
information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland
Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov.
Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the
bulletin.
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.

Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the
Supplemental Questionnaire and
Application NOW using the Internet.

Apply Online

View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire.
This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire
here.

Apply via Paper Application.
You may also download and complete the Paper Application
here.

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Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or
possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: One and one half
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 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
successful completion of six hours of supervisory related training approved by
DJS Human Resources for six months of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute
education in criminal justice or the social or behavioral sciences at an
accredited college or university at a rate of 15 credit hours for each six
months of the required experience for up to one year of experience.

4. Candidates may substitute
U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in
Social Services Aid and Assistant classifications or Social Services Aid and
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

Preference will
be given to applicants with experience training, reviewing and approving the
work of employees in a secure residential juvenile facility/setting.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to
current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees.

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 i