Emergency Risk Management Administrator; Administrative Program Manager Ii

Introduction

This Management Service position serves at the Appointing Authority's pleasure. A resume must accompany your application.

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E. Redwood St. Baltimore, MD 21202

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 Emergency Risk Management Administrator (Administrative Program Manager II), so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

The Emergency Risk Management Administrator leads the Department’s comprehensive emergency preparedness, environmental health and safety, and risk management strategy across all facilities, community offices, and headquarters operations. This role provides executive-level oversight of safety systems, environmental compliance, and hazardous materials management while aligning agency-wide efforts with statewide emergency management priorities.

Serving as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, this position partners closely with executive staff to strengthen long-term planning, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance. This position sets the tone for proactive risk identification, structured response planning, and a culture of safety that supports both staff and the youth and communities served.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by:

• Leading enterprise‑wide emergency preparedness and risk strategy
• Oversee emergency preparedness, environmental health, occupational safety, and risk management programs across all Department facilities, community offices, and headquarters.
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine comprehensive emergency risk management plans and agency-wide safety policies.
• Align departmental strategies with statewide emergency management initiatives and evolving best practices.
• Advise executive leadership on risk exposure, mitigation strategies, and operational readiness.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and operational integrity
• Maintain compliance with federal and state safety and environmental regulations, including standards established by Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Division, and Maryland Department of Emergency Management.
• Monitor environmental, hazardous materials, and safety practices to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and agency standards.
• Oversee incident investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action planning to promote accountability and continuous improvement.
• Establish structured documentation and reporting processes that support transparency and informed decision-making.
• Building a culture of safety and prevention
• Lead and train facility and community‑based staff in identifying hazards, mitigating risks, and responding effectively to emergencies.
• Develop practical tools and guidance that support consistent, clear safety practices across diverse operational settings.
• Promote psychologically safe reporting environments where concerns can be raised without fear of retaliation.
• Encourage proactive problem‑solving and shared responsibility for workplace safety.
• Strengthening environmental and hazardous materials management
• Identify, assess, and mitigate environmental risks across physical sites and operational activities.
• Oversee hazardous materials management and ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal practices.
• Coordinate environmental response planning and preparedness activities to reduce potential threats and operational disruption.
• Advancing strategic planning and cross‑system collaboration
• Support executive leadership in developing long‑term strategic plans for emergency preparedness and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with internal divisions, facilities leadership, and community office management to ensure consistent implementation of safety initiatives.
• Represent the Department in cross‑agency coordination efforts related to emergency management and environmental safety.
• Use data, incident trends, and risk analysis to guide resource allocation and…