ADMINISTRATOR IV (Multimedia Storyteller)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis is a Special\r\nAppointment position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n�Join an agency and\r\ndedicated team of professionals committed to transforming young people’s lives,\r\ncreating safer communities, and creating a fairer system by holding justice\r\ninvolved young people accountable while building on their strengths.\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n�The\r\nMaryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is an executive agency whose\r\nprimary task is to support young people involved in the juvenile justice\r\nsystem. By law, the Department of Juvenile Services is a child-serving agency\r\nresponsible for assessing the individual needs of referred youth and providing\r\nintake, detention, probation, commitment, and after-care services.\r\n\r\n

GRADE

19\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nDJS-Office of Communications\r\n217 E. Redwood Street�\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202\r\n\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe 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 the Administrator IV (Multimedia Storyteller), so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe primary purpose of this position will be to lead content planning and execution for multimedia, including video and photography creation that connects the mission of DJS to target audiences through strategic messaging campaigns and engaging storytelling.�\r\n\r\n\r\nSome key responsibilities of this position may include, but not be limited, to the following:�\r\n● Manage, plan, and develop all digital production.�\r\n● Draft compelling stories that advance the mission of the agency through scriptwriting, social media narratives, and blogs.�\r\n● Create and edit graphics through editing software (e.g. Adobe Suite, Canva, etc.)�\r\n● Research and compile data to support DJS branding and strategic messaging tactics for storytelling.\r\nThis position is eligible to work a hybrid telework schedule.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nEducation: Bachelor's degree in\r\ncommunication or journalism from an accredited college or university.\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience: Three (3) years of experience\r\nin communications, journalism, or content creation focused on storytelling\r\nthrough digital, visual, audio, social media, or other multimedia platforms.�\r\n\r\n\r\nNote: Candidates may substitute an additional 4 years of the required\r\nexperience in place of the bachelor's degree to qualify.\r\n \r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nThe\r\nideal candidate will possess the following:\r\n● Demonstrated\r\nexperience managing an organization's social media profiles�\r\n● Advanced\r\nexperience with digital photography and video editing equipment and editing\r\nsoftware�\r\n● Proven\r\nproficiency in writing�\r\n● Experience\r\nat the local, state, or federal government level\r\n\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient\r\ninformation to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this\r\nrecruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted\r\nby the closing date; information received after this date will not be\r\nconsidered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified\r\neligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill\r\nsimilar positions within this classification in the future.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

\r\nThe assessment will involve a rating of your\r\napplication based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates\r\nto the position's requirements.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate\r\ninformation on your application.�Incomplete applications will not\r\nbe accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education.�For education obtained outside the U.S.,�you\r\nwill be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as\r\ndetermined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire.\r\nPlease complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be\r\nused when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the\r\nsupplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your\r\ncompleted application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental\r\nquestionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are a Veteran applying for this position, please\r\nsubmit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper\r\ncredit.\r\n\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nThe online application process is\r\nSTRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may\r\nsubmit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses\r\nvia email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail,\r\nensure each page includes your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number\r\n(located at the top of the posting), and the last four digits of your SS#.\r\nPaper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for\r\nthe recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those with incorrect\r\nforms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.\r\n\r\n\r\nMaryland\r\nDepartment of Juvenile Services�\r\nOHR-Recruitment\r\n& Examination Unit�\r\n217\r\nE. Redwood Street�\r\nBaltimore,\r\nMD 21202�\r\nAttn:\r\nNicole Jones, Recruitment # 26-006097-0004��\r\n\r\n\r\nFax\r\nnumber 410-333-4188�\r\nTTY\r\nUsers: call via Maryland Relay\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your\r\nuser account or have general questions about the online application system,\r\nplease contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at\r\n410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional\r\ninformation regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland\r\nDepartment of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment\r\nTitle/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer,\r\nMaryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are\r\nreflective of the State’s diversity.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDJS values the experience gained by\r\nVeterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all\r\ncurrent recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBilingual applicants and people with\r\ndisabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCandidates with lived experience\r\nrelating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWe welcome experienced professionals\r\ntransitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.\r\n\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n