Anne Arundel County
Salary :
$57,911.00 - $112,588.00 Annually Location :
Anne Arundel County, MD Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent Job Number:
08317 Department:
Detention Opening Date:
09/10/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Description
This position announcement will be used to fill a full-time, permanent, safety sensitive Correctional Program Specialist II vacancy at the Department of Detention Facilities with Anne Arundel County Government.
The Anne Arundel County Detention Facilities serve the citizens of Anne Arundel County by professionally managing safe and secure correctional facilities and offering programs and services to pretrial and convicted individuals which support successful re-entry to the community. Please note - This position may require some weekend and/or holiday hours. This is responsible corrections work in delivering programmatic services that provide classification, counseling and supervision services to inmates committed to the Department of Detention Facilities institutions or participating in community based programs to include work release, alternative sentence programs, or the pretrial services program.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
This work involves responsibility for performing, under general supervision, duties related to the direct and indirect delivery of case management, programmatic services to inmates and/or program participants. Duties may include performing program intake interviews; assigning classification ratings; contacting references and other agencies to gather social histories; participating in classification, reclassification, and status review board hearings; developing, monitoring and coordinating individualized program plans to maximize programming efficacy within the facilities and post-release resource delivery to ensure a successful community transition; conducting job and home site visits; testifying in court hearings; participating in meetings with mid-level manager and Center administration; and establishing appropriate horizontal and vertical lines of communications. Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class and are not intended to include all of the essential job functions).
Assist the Criminal Justice Program Supervisor in planning, directing and managing Detention Center programs for the custody, security, welfare, programming and reintegration of inmates. Understand and apply facility policy and procedure to perform duties to include the submission and review of required reports. Address inmate needs using case management principles, routine tours of housing areas, maintaining regular office hours, and acting as an advocate to ensure needs are addressed and resolved. Complete required paperwork and reports to include individual program agreements, pre release interviews, parole summaries, intake and entry conferences, reassessments and reclassification interviews, pretrial interviews, inmate request slips, job site checks, office visits, telephone calls and work status and maintain this information in the appropriate files. Review and approve classification reports completed by Correctional Program Specialist I. Assess inmates to determine interventions that could be provided through psychiatric evaluation, substance abuse services, academic training, or other remedial or support programs. Evaluate and assign inmates to work programs. Interpret and verify information contained in court and legal documents. Routinely investigate inmates' concerns and resolve these by using existing automated systems and resource manuals. Evaluate program efficiency and assist supervisors and managers improve service delivery. Perform related work as required. Safe operation of a motor vehicle during daytime hours and in all types of weather for the purpose of attending court hearings and conducting site visits. Work may require hours beyond the normal workday. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices in counseling individuals using case management principles. Ability to learn and apply modern and state of the art corrections practices, methods, techniques, equipment, and program methodologies. Ability to operate motor vehicles. Ability to read, interpret, follow and enforce rules and regulations, written and/or instructions or orders. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors and other employees, public and inmates. Ability to prepare standard reports and non-routine reports. Ability to understand and apply safety practices for inmates and visitors. Ability to assist in the planning of program operations. Ability to use sound judgment in the decision making process. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to meet selection standards promulgated by the County and Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission. Ability to complete the Entry Level Training Program conducted by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Academy. Ability to complete annual training requirements established by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission and Department of Detention Facilities. Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in criminal justice, corrections, or the social sciences
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) or more years of experience in criminal justice.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1.) A minimum age of 18 at the time of appointment. 2.) A valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE:
Two (2) or more years experience in criminal justice may be substituted with a combination of the following education and experience for a total of at least two (2) or more years. 1. graduate-level studies or master's degree; or, 2. responsible work experience including internships and/or volunteering; or, 3. experience conducting independent research, creating reports, coordinating information, or communications.
NOTE: Minimum age requirement is in accordance with Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission regulations. NOTE: This position is safety sensitive and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance and Alcohol testing. NOTE: The selection process includes a comprehensive background investigation and medical and psychological evaluation. NOTE: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States. For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following: - Experience evaluating clients to determine needs such as psychiatric evaluation, substance abuse services, academic, remedial and/or other support services - Experience beyond a beginner level with Microsoft Word and Excel Medical/Health Insurance Plans
Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO
Aetna Open Choice PPO
Dental Insurance
CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
Vision Insurance
EyeMed
Employee Life Insurance
Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
Disability Income Insurance
Pension Plan
Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election into the Employee Retirement Savings Plan
Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Holidays
twelve paid days per year, thirteen in a general election year Annual Leave
Less than 5 years - 10 days
5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days
10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days
20 or more years - 25 days
Disability Leave
Accrual at a rate of 15 days per year
Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
Leave Sharing
Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dependant Care Reimbursement
Health Care Reimbursement
Voluntary Benefits
Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
United Legal Benefits
01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS.This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
Yes No
02
Please select the highest level of education you have successfully completed:
Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree None of the above
03
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please list your major course work and degree earned. 04
*Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement.Have you attached the appropriate documentation to verify your education?
Yes No N/A
05
Do you possess a valid non-commercial driver's license?
Yes No
06
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please list your driver's license number and the state it is issued in. 07
Do you possess two (2) or more years of experience in criminal justice?
Yes No
08
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and major duties. This experience must also appear in the work history section of your application. DO NOT indicate "See Resume". If this does not apply to you, please indicate N/A. 09
If you do not possess two (2) or more years experience in criminal justice, please select below the education and/or experience that you possess for at least two (2) or more years of experience when combined.
Graduate-level studies or master's degree Responsible work experience including internships and/or volunteering Experience conducting independent research, creating reports, coordinating information, or communications None of these
10
If you made a selection in the question above, please explain how you possess this education and/or experience to include position title, length of time in position and major duties. This experience must also appear in the work history section of your application. DO NOT indicate "See Resume". If this does not apply to you, please indicate N/A. 11
Do you possess experience evaluating clients to determine needs such as psychiatric evaluation, substance abuse services, academic, remedial and/or other support services?
Yes No
12
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and major duties. This experience must also appear in the work history section of your application. 13
Please indicate below your level of experience with Microsoft Word.
Beginner Intermediate Advanced No Experience
14
Please indicate below your level of experience in Microsoft Excel.
Beginner Intermediate Advanced No Experience
15
Please read the below information carefully. By clicking "Yes" to this supplemental question, you agree to the language below and you will be eligible to continue in this hiring process. If you click "No," you are not eligible to move forward in this recruitment process.I hereby authorize a review of and full disclosure of all records, or any part thereof, concerning myself, by a duly authorized agent of Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities whether said records are public, private, or of a confidential nature, and regardless of whether the information released may be derogatory in nature. The intent of this authorization is to give my consent for full and complete disclosure of employment and pre-employment records, including background investigation reports, polygraph examination reports and results, performance evaluations, efficiency ratings, attendance records, salary records, disciplinary actions, mediation records, Intelligence and Investigative Division or Internal Affairs Division investigation reports, complaints or grievances filed by or against me, records of complaint, arrest, trial and/or convictions for alleged or actual violations of law, including criminal and traffic records, and civil citations, records of educational institutions, federal, state or local income tax returns, W2's, financial and credit institutions, records of commercial or retail credit agencies (including credit reports and ratings), public utility companies, real and personal property records, and other financial statements and records wherever filed, records of complaints of a civil nature made by or against me, where so ever located, to include records and recollections of attorneys at law or of other counsel whether representing me or have represented me, or another person(s) in any case in which I presently have, or have had an interest. I understand that I can challenge criminal information gathered through State and National Crime resource databases which I believe are either inaccurate or incomplete. The process for resolving these matters are detailed in Title 28, C.F.R. §16.34. Records challenged at the State level can be corrected, completed, or updated by challenging their state record allowed by COMAR §12.15.02.10.I acknowledge and agree that the intent of this authorization is to provide full and free access to the background and history of my personal life, for the specific purpose of pursuing a background investigation which may provide pertinent data for the Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities to consider in determining my suitability for employment by the department. It is my specific intent to provide access to personal information, copies of that information, however personal, or confidential it may appear to be, and the sources and content of information specifically identified herein. I understand that any information obtained through a personal history background investigation which is developed directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, upon this release authorization will be considered in determining my suitability for employment by the Department of Detention Facilities. I further acknowledge that any information obtained through this background investigation may be released upon request to another law enforcement agency in connection with my application for employment with that agency, within one year from the date of my signature below.I have read and understand my rights under Title V, United States Code, Section 552(a), the Privacy Act of 1974, and waive those rights with the understanding that information furnished will be used by the Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities in conjunction with employment procedures. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the person to whom this request is presented and their agents and employees, from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees arising out of or by reason of complying with this request.I further understand and agree that whether or not I am selected for the position, the source of confidential information gathered through the background investigation will not be revealed to me.A copy of this Authorization Release will be valid as an original hereof, even though the said copy does not contain an original writing of my signature.
Yes No
16
Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities asks all applicants and employees, contractors, and volunteers who may have contact with inmates directly about previous misconduct described below in written applications or interviews for hiring or promotions; and, in any interviews or written self-evaluations conducted as part of current employee reviews. The Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities shall also impose upon employees a continuing affirmative duty to disclose any such misconduct. Do you understand and agree with this requirement?
Yes No
17
The term ''institution'' means any facility or institution-- (A.) which is owned, operated, or managed by, or provides services on behalf of any State or political subdivision of a State; and (B.) which is-- (i.) for persons who are mentally ill, disabled, or retarded, or chronically ill or handicapped; (ii.) a jail, prison, or other correctional facility; (iii.) a pretrial detention facility; (iv.) for juveniles-- (I.) held awaiting trial; (II.) residing in such facility or institution for purposes of receiving care or treatment; or (III.) residing for any State purpose in such facility or institution (other than a residential facility providing only elementary or secondary education that is not an institution in which reside juveniles who are adjudicated delinquent, in need of supervision, neglected, placed in State custody, mentally ill or disabled, mentally retarded, or chronically ill or handicapped); or (IV.) providing skilled nursing, intermediate or long-term care, or custodial or residential care. Do you understand this definition?
Yes No
18
Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997)?
Yes No
19
Have you been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?
Yes No
20
Have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the previous question?
Yes No
21
Did a current County employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, Department, and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an employee, indicate N/A. Required Question
$57,911.00 - $112,588.00 Annually Location :
Anne Arundel County, MD Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent Job Number:
08317 Department:
Detention Opening Date:
09/10/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Description
This position announcement will be used to fill a full-time, permanent, safety sensitive Correctional Program Specialist II vacancy at the Department of Detention Facilities with Anne Arundel County Government.
The Anne Arundel County Detention Facilities serve the citizens of Anne Arundel County by professionally managing safe and secure correctional facilities and offering programs and services to pretrial and convicted individuals which support successful re-entry to the community. Please note - This position may require some weekend and/or holiday hours. This is responsible corrections work in delivering programmatic services that provide classification, counseling and supervision services to inmates committed to the Department of Detention Facilities institutions or participating in community based programs to include work release, alternative sentence programs, or the pretrial services program.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
This work involves responsibility for performing, under general supervision, duties related to the direct and indirect delivery of case management, programmatic services to inmates and/or program participants. Duties may include performing program intake interviews; assigning classification ratings; contacting references and other agencies to gather social histories; participating in classification, reclassification, and status review board hearings; developing, monitoring and coordinating individualized program plans to maximize programming efficacy within the facilities and post-release resource delivery to ensure a successful community transition; conducting job and home site visits; testifying in court hearings; participating in meetings with mid-level manager and Center administration; and establishing appropriate horizontal and vertical lines of communications. Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class and are not intended to include all of the essential job functions).
Assist the Criminal Justice Program Supervisor in planning, directing and managing Detention Center programs for the custody, security, welfare, programming and reintegration of inmates. Understand and apply facility policy and procedure to perform duties to include the submission and review of required reports. Address inmate needs using case management principles, routine tours of housing areas, maintaining regular office hours, and acting as an advocate to ensure needs are addressed and resolved. Complete required paperwork and reports to include individual program agreements, pre release interviews, parole summaries, intake and entry conferences, reassessments and reclassification interviews, pretrial interviews, inmate request slips, job site checks, office visits, telephone calls and work status and maintain this information in the appropriate files. Review and approve classification reports completed by Correctional Program Specialist I. Assess inmates to determine interventions that could be provided through psychiatric evaluation, substance abuse services, academic training, or other remedial or support programs. Evaluate and assign inmates to work programs. Interpret and verify information contained in court and legal documents. Routinely investigate inmates' concerns and resolve these by using existing automated systems and resource manuals. Evaluate program efficiency and assist supervisors and managers improve service delivery. Perform related work as required. Safe operation of a motor vehicle during daytime hours and in all types of weather for the purpose of attending court hearings and conducting site visits. Work may require hours beyond the normal workday. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices in counseling individuals using case management principles. Ability to learn and apply modern and state of the art corrections practices, methods, techniques, equipment, and program methodologies. Ability to operate motor vehicles. Ability to read, interpret, follow and enforce rules and regulations, written and/or instructions or orders. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors and other employees, public and inmates. Ability to prepare standard reports and non-routine reports. Ability to understand and apply safety practices for inmates and visitors. Ability to assist in the planning of program operations. Ability to use sound judgment in the decision making process. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to meet selection standards promulgated by the County and Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission. Ability to complete the Entry Level Training Program conducted by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Academy. Ability to complete annual training requirements established by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission and Department of Detention Facilities. Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in criminal justice, corrections, or the social sciences
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) or more years of experience in criminal justice.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1.) A minimum age of 18 at the time of appointment. 2.) A valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE:
Two (2) or more years experience in criminal justice may be substituted with a combination of the following education and experience for a total of at least two (2) or more years. 1. graduate-level studies or master's degree; or, 2. responsible work experience including internships and/or volunteering; or, 3. experience conducting independent research, creating reports, coordinating information, or communications.
NOTE: Minimum age requirement is in accordance with Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission regulations. NOTE: This position is safety sensitive and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance and Alcohol testing. NOTE: The selection process includes a comprehensive background investigation and medical and psychological evaluation. NOTE: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States. For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following: - Experience evaluating clients to determine needs such as psychiatric evaluation, substance abuse services, academic, remedial and/or other support services - Experience beyond a beginner level with Microsoft Word and Excel Medical/Health Insurance Plans
Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO
Aetna Open Choice PPO
Dental Insurance
CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
Vision Insurance
EyeMed
Employee Life Insurance
Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
Disability Income Insurance
Pension Plan
Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election into the Employee Retirement Savings Plan
Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Holidays
twelve paid days per year, thirteen in a general election year Annual Leave
Less than 5 years - 10 days
5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days
10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days
20 or more years - 25 days
Disability Leave
Accrual at a rate of 15 days per year
Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
Leave Sharing
Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dependant Care Reimbursement
Health Care Reimbursement
Voluntary Benefits
Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
United Legal Benefits
01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS.This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
Yes No
02
Please select the highest level of education you have successfully completed:
Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree None of the above
03
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please list your major course work and degree earned. 04
*Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement.Have you attached the appropriate documentation to verify your education?
Yes No N/A
05
Do you possess a valid non-commercial driver's license?
Yes No
06
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please list your driver's license number and the state it is issued in. 07
Do you possess two (2) or more years of experience in criminal justice?
Yes No
08
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and major duties. This experience must also appear in the work history section of your application. DO NOT indicate "See Resume". If this does not apply to you, please indicate N/A. 09
If you do not possess two (2) or more years experience in criminal justice, please select below the education and/or experience that you possess for at least two (2) or more years of experience when combined.
Graduate-level studies or master's degree Responsible work experience including internships and/or volunteering Experience conducting independent research, creating reports, coordinating information, or communications None of these
10
If you made a selection in the question above, please explain how you possess this education and/or experience to include position title, length of time in position and major duties. This experience must also appear in the work history section of your application. DO NOT indicate "See Resume". If this does not apply to you, please indicate N/A. 11
Do you possess experience evaluating clients to determine needs such as psychiatric evaluation, substance abuse services, academic, remedial and/or other support services?
Yes No
12
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and major duties. This experience must also appear in the work history section of your application. 13
Please indicate below your level of experience with Microsoft Word.
Beginner Intermediate Advanced No Experience
14
Please indicate below your level of experience in Microsoft Excel.
Beginner Intermediate Advanced No Experience
15
Please read the below information carefully. By clicking "Yes" to this supplemental question, you agree to the language below and you will be eligible to continue in this hiring process. If you click "No," you are not eligible to move forward in this recruitment process.I hereby authorize a review of and full disclosure of all records, or any part thereof, concerning myself, by a duly authorized agent of Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities whether said records are public, private, or of a confidential nature, and regardless of whether the information released may be derogatory in nature. The intent of this authorization is to give my consent for full and complete disclosure of employment and pre-employment records, including background investigation reports, polygraph examination reports and results, performance evaluations, efficiency ratings, attendance records, salary records, disciplinary actions, mediation records, Intelligence and Investigative Division or Internal Affairs Division investigation reports, complaints or grievances filed by or against me, records of complaint, arrest, trial and/or convictions for alleged or actual violations of law, including criminal and traffic records, and civil citations, records of educational institutions, federal, state or local income tax returns, W2's, financial and credit institutions, records of commercial or retail credit agencies (including credit reports and ratings), public utility companies, real and personal property records, and other financial statements and records wherever filed, records of complaints of a civil nature made by or against me, where so ever located, to include records and recollections of attorneys at law or of other counsel whether representing me or have represented me, or another person(s) in any case in which I presently have, or have had an interest. I understand that I can challenge criminal information gathered through State and National Crime resource databases which I believe are either inaccurate or incomplete. The process for resolving these matters are detailed in Title 28, C.F.R. §16.34. Records challenged at the State level can be corrected, completed, or updated by challenging their state record allowed by COMAR §12.15.02.10.I acknowledge and agree that the intent of this authorization is to provide full and free access to the background and history of my personal life, for the specific purpose of pursuing a background investigation which may provide pertinent data for the Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities to consider in determining my suitability for employment by the department. It is my specific intent to provide access to personal information, copies of that information, however personal, or confidential it may appear to be, and the sources and content of information specifically identified herein. I understand that any information obtained through a personal history background investigation which is developed directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, upon this release authorization will be considered in determining my suitability for employment by the Department of Detention Facilities. I further acknowledge that any information obtained through this background investigation may be released upon request to another law enforcement agency in connection with my application for employment with that agency, within one year from the date of my signature below.I have read and understand my rights under Title V, United States Code, Section 552(a), the Privacy Act of 1974, and waive those rights with the understanding that information furnished will be used by the Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities in conjunction with employment procedures. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the person to whom this request is presented and their agents and employees, from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees arising out of or by reason of complying with this request.I further understand and agree that whether or not I am selected for the position, the source of confidential information gathered through the background investigation will not be revealed to me.A copy of this Authorization Release will be valid as an original hereof, even though the said copy does not contain an original writing of my signature.
Yes No
16
Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities asks all applicants and employees, contractors, and volunteers who may have contact with inmates directly about previous misconduct described below in written applications or interviews for hiring or promotions; and, in any interviews or written self-evaluations conducted as part of current employee reviews. The Anne Arundel County Department of Detention Facilities shall also impose upon employees a continuing affirmative duty to disclose any such misconduct. Do you understand and agree with this requirement?
Yes No
17
The term ''institution'' means any facility or institution-- (A.) which is owned, operated, or managed by, or provides services on behalf of any State or political subdivision of a State; and (B.) which is-- (i.) for persons who are mentally ill, disabled, or retarded, or chronically ill or handicapped; (ii.) a jail, prison, or other correctional facility; (iii.) a pretrial detention facility; (iv.) for juveniles-- (I.) held awaiting trial; (II.) residing in such facility or institution for purposes of receiving care or treatment; or (III.) residing for any State purpose in such facility or institution (other than a residential facility providing only elementary or secondary education that is not an institution in which reside juveniles who are adjudicated delinquent, in need of supervision, neglected, placed in State custody, mentally ill or disabled, mentally retarded, or chronically ill or handicapped); or (IV.) providing skilled nursing, intermediate or long-term care, or custodial or residential care. Do you understand this definition?
Yes No
18
Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997)?
Yes No
19
Have you been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?
Yes No
20
Have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the previous question?
Yes No
21
Did a current County employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, Department, and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an employee, indicate N/A. Required Question