Maryland Dept. of Juvenile Services - CAREER DAY Event

Name: Maryland Dept. of Juvenile Services - CAREER DAY Event
Start: 2026-01-16T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-16T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Frederick County Workforce Services at the American Job Center

Schedule

Fri Jan 16 2026 at 09:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Frederick County Workforce Services at the American Job Center | Frederick, MD

DJS is looking to hire talented and committed individuals to work at Frederick County or Washington County locations ONLY.
About this Event

Mission: To transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS), in partnership with Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS) and the Maryland Department of Labor (DOL), will host a Career Day focused on employment opportunities at DJS juvenile facilities ONLY in Frederick and Washington counties, Maryland.

Participating Juvenile Facilities:

DJS Victor Cullen Center (VCC) – All-Male Facility
Sabillasville, Frederick County
DJS Western Maryland Children’s Center (WMCC) – All-Female Facility
Hagerstown, Washington County

Event Details

📅 Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location:
Frederick County American Job Center
200 Monroe Avenue, Suite 1
Frederick, MD 21701

IMPORTANT – TWO STEPS REQUIRED BELOW TO SCHEDULE INTERVIEWS:
✅ 1. Advance Registration (Required)

All attendees must register in advance through the Eventbrite portal.
A confirmation email will be sent upon successful registration.

✅ 2. Online State Application (Required)

Applicants must submit a Maryland State employment application to secure an interview time.

🔗 Apply here:
https://jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=25&R2=002599&R3=0012

⚠️ Important Note:

Registrations without a completed state employment application will be canceled.
When applying, select ONLY Frederick and/or Washington County locations.
This event is exclusive to Frederick and Washington County facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Resident Alien of at least 21 years of age, high school diploma or GED. **NO EXPERIENCE or DEGREE REQUIRED**. Submit to comprehensive background check, substance abuse test, physical and psychological exams.

BENEFITS:

Position Pay: $25.45 per hour ($53,084 Annually) + Overtime Benefits.
Sign on Bonus: a $5,000 welcome bonus paid over 3 years.
PAID Entry-level Training for 5 weeks.
State Retirement: A 20-year pension plan for retirement.
Leave: Generous leave benefits including annual leave, personal leave, and sick leave.
Health Insurance: Includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Growth: DJS offers promising career advancement opportunities.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS * COMPETITIVE SALARY * GOVT PERKS * OVERTIME * BONUS!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

At DJS, you can make a difference in your community while also enjoying the many benefits of employment with the State of Maryland.

DJS is looking for therapeutic leaders, coaches and mentors for our youth! The DJS Resident Advisor Trainee position is the entry level of work responsible for providing supervision and guidance to the youth residing in a facility that is operated by the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services.

The DJS Resident Advisor Trainee ensures supervision and guidance of the youth by observing, interacting and assisting them with everyday life skills and advising them of appropriate alternative behaviors. This position may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Learn More About DJS Careers Here