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Virtual Study Sessions Hosted by Tau Sigma Honor Society Wednesday, December 8, 5:30-7:30pm, Zoom USG's Tau Sigma Honor Society will be holding virtual peer study sessions. Our use of breakout rooms will provide you and your classmates the opportunity to ask questions and prepare for finals- before the day of the exam. |
UMD’s Global Classrooms courses are open for registration on Testudo! New this term, we’re also offering an OIA International Education Scholarship to students who enroll in a Winter 2022 Global Classrooms course. Eligible students can receive up to the value of three credits of undergraduate tuition ($1,122), based on financial need and funding availability.
Fall 2021 Graduation Information
Are you graduating this semester? Please see the important information below
If you are graduating this December, please visit http://www.commencement.
The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences graduation ceremony will be on
December 22nd, 2021 at 3:00 - 4:30pm in XFinity.
You can also visit https://bsos.umd.edu/
Spring 2022 Justice Reinvestment Internship The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services seeks a Justice Reinvestment intern for Spring 2022 in our Criminal Justice division. You will work alongside the Director of Justice Reinvestment and collaborate with various external stakeholders to include the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Department of Health, Administrative Office of the Courts, Maryland State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy, local corrections, and other agencies involved in implementation of Justice Reinvestment legislation. Primary functions of this position will include supporting the implementation of the Justice Reinvestment Act (JRA) and the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board, assisting with the reporting of performance measures to stakeholders, managing capacity building opportunities, and assisting in coordinating various Workgroup meetings. Primary Responsibilities: ● Assist with preparation and planning of regular meetings, which include the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board, Justice Reinvestment Advisory Board, Justice Reinvestment Coordinating Committee, and various JRA-related working groups (50%) ● Support research and development of reports such as the Annual Justice Reinvestment Report and various Workgroup findings and recommendations reports (20%) ● Review and summarize grant program activities as reported by grantees through the Performance Incentive Grant Fund (20%) ● Other tasks as assigned (10%) The successful candidate will: ● Be enrolled in a Criminal Justice, social sciences, or a related field. ● Possess a demonstrated interest in criminal justice-related subjects including law enforcement, corrections, prosecution, or courts. ● Have a strong desire to engage and learn about the criminal justice system. ● Possess excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. ● Have experience working with government officials and stakeholders. ● Be detail-oriented. ● Have strong organizational skills. Program Highlights: ● Program Dates: January 2022-April 2022, up to 30 hours per week ● This 12-week program provides students interested in criminal justice with rewarding and substantive work assignments that contribute to the mission of the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services to improve public safety in Maryland. ● This program provides an opportunity to network with professionals from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Department of Health, Administrative Office of the Courts, Maryland State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy, local corrections, and other agencies and others who will support professional growth and career interests. ● Learned outcomes or skills learned throughout this program include developing work habits and attitudes necessary for career success in the criminal justice field; receiving informal feedback and mentoring from the Director of Justice Reinvestment; developing communication, interpersonal, and other critical skills necessary for success in the workforce; and building a record of professional work experience in the public sector. Additional Information: ● This position is located at 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032 with consideration of remote work. ● For consideration, submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample (no more than two pages in length), as well as names and contact information for two references to Juliana Palmer, Director of Justice Reinvestment, at juliana.palmer@maryland.gov by Wednesday, December 8, 2021 |
The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services seeks a Criminal Justice Program intern for Spring 2022 in our Criminal Justice division. You will work alongside the Director of Public Safety Strategies and collaborate with various internal/external stakeholders to include local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, state’s attorney’s offices, heroin coordinators, and others involved in the implementation of Public Safety Strategies.
Primary functions of this position will include operationally supporting the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network (MCIN) initiative. MCIN is a criminal justice strategy, coordinated at the local, state, and federal levels targeting gangs, drug, firearms and human trafficking. MCIN is particularly focused on those criminal networks that are impacting multiple jurisdictions and accomplishes this by sharing information across borders. It is a key element of Maryland’s public safety strategy and provides the basis for data-driven decision making both operationally and for policy development.
Primary Responsibilities:
● Assist in the development/implementation of P.R.O.T.E.C.T. (Public Resources Organizing to End Crime Together) Program. The Program is designed to maximize the use of State, local, and community resources to combat neighborhood decline in the City of Baltimore and throughout the State, and support comprehensive strategies to reduce crime and fear in those communities. (40 %)
● Assist with preparation and planning of regular meetings, which include monthly MCIN and Heroin Coordinator meetings. Identify breaking cases that support the positive impact of the MCIN program (25%)
● Support research and development of reports. (20%)
● Other tasks as assigned (15%)
The successful candidate will:
● Be enrolled in a Criminal Justice, social sciences, or a related field.
● Possess a demonstrated interest in criminal justice-related subjects including law enforcement , prosecution, or courts.
● Have a strong desire to engage and learn about the criminal justice system.
● Possess excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
● Have experience working with government officials and stakeholders.
● Be detail-oriented.
● Have strong organizational skills.
● Ability to work as a team player
Program Highlights:
● Program Dates: January 2022-April 2022, up to 30 hours per week
● This 12-week program provides students interested in criminal justice with rewarding and substantive work assignments that contribute to the mission of the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services to improve public safety in Maryland.
● This program provides an opportunity to network with professionals from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Department of Health, Administrative Office of the Courts, Maryland State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy, local corrections, and other agencies and others who will support professional growth and career interests.
● Learned outcomes or skills learned throughout this program include developing work habits and attitudes necessary for career success in the criminal justice field; receiving informal feedback and mentoring from the Director of Public Safety Strategies; developing communication, interpersonal, and other critical skills necessary for success in the workforce; and building a record of professional work experience in the public sector.
Additional Information: ● This position is located at 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032 with consideration of remote work. ● For consideration, submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample (no more than two pages in length), as well as names and contact information for two references to Richard Alban, Director of Public Safety Strategies, at richard.alban@maryland.gov by Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Spring Crisis Intervention Team Center of Excellence Internships (Two Positions)
The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services seeks a Crisis Intervention Team Center of Excellence (CITCE) intern for Spring 2022. The incumbent will work alongside the Law Enforcement Coordinator to collaborate with various key stakeholders (e.g., local government, law enforcement, public safety agencies, behavioral health agencies, and crisis service providers), and support the implementation of a crisis intervention model program per policy directives.
Primary functions of this position will include providing technical support to the CITCE-Collaborative Planning and Implementation Committee via stakeholder engagement, workgroup meetings, research, note-taking, and report writing.
Primary Responsibilities:
● Assist with preparation and planning of regular meetings and working groups (20%)
● Support the research and development of CITCE reports and documents (20%)
● Investigate existing U.S. Crisis Intervention Team Centers of Excellence to make recommendations that help standardize processes and set measures. Research national goals and report information that supports the creation of uniformed standards for crisis intervention model programs (20%)
● Review and understand legislative documents (including Senate Bill 305, House bill 1280, and others) (20%)
● Attend collaborative meetings, take detailed notes with summaries and action item reports (10%)
● Other tasks as assigned (10%)
The successful candidate will:
● Be enrolled in a criminal justice, social sciences, or a related field.
● Possess a demonstrated interest in criminal justice-related subjects including law enforcement, corrections, prosecution, courts, crime prevention, youth and victim services, and mental health.
● Have a strong desire to engage and learn about the criminal justice system.
● Possess excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
● Have experience working with government officials and stakeholders.
● Be detail-oriented.
● Have strong organizational skills.
Program Highlights:
● Program Dates: January 2022-April 2022, up to 30 hours per week
● This 12-week program provides students interested in criminal justice with rewarding and substantive work assignments that contribute to the mission of the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services to improve public safety in Maryland.
● This program provides an opportunity to network with professionals from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, public safety partners throughout the State to include but not limited to Behavioral Health Administration, Maryland Chiefs of Police Association, Mental Health Association of Maryland, and others who will support the incumbent’s professional growth and career interests.
● Learned outcomes or skills learned throughout this program include developing work habits and attitudes necessary for career success in the criminal justice field; receiving informal feedback and mentoring from the Law Enforcement Coordinator; developing communication, interpersonal, and other critical skills necessary for success in the workforce; and building a record of professional work experience in the public sector.
Additional Information:
● This position is located at 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032 with consideration of remote work.
● For consideration, submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample (no more than two pages in length), as well as names and contact information for two references to Tammy Holt, Law Enforcement Coordinator, Crisis Intervention Team Center of Excellence, at tammy.holt@maryland.gov by Wednesday, December 8, 2021
As we approach the end of the Fall 2021 semester, please consider the following: |
Stanford Law School Has Extended their Deadline for the 2022 Empirical Research Fellowship!
The Stanford Law School Empirical Research Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for graduating seniors and recent college graduates to participate in groundbreaking empirical legal and social science research. The fellowship provides a unique opportunity for those considering graduate school, law school, and/or business school in the future.
Prior Research Fellows have matriculated to Ph.D. programs and law schools at:
Successful applicants will be matched with a specific professor based on background and interests. As full-time Stanford University employees, fellows will receive:
The deadline for the second round of application review is 7:00 AM PST on Monday, January 3, 2021. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. The position is visa sponsorship eligible (J-1) and applicants with OPT are also eligible for this position. For further information on how to apply please visit the job posting.
Delaware State Parks Internship Program Delaware State Parks Internship ProgramThe Delaware State Parks Internship Program provides opportunities for qualified students and career-focused graduates to apply learned theory and experience to practical situations and to observe an organization first-hand. A quality field experience facilitates and enhances educational and vocational processes. The Delaware State Parks Internship Program is a training program that provides practical work experience and valuable training in the many and varied careers in the state park system. Interns in the program engage in education, management, administration, and environmental stewardship activities to increase and promote the environmental awareness of our visitors. Interns apply for a specific position and are assigned to a specific site with a field expert who will mentor and supervise the intern’s activities. Interns are expected to work closely with the field expert to design an individual plan detailing duties and requirements including: daily schedules, responsibilities and length of the internship. INTERNSHIP POSITIONS INCLUDE: Urban parks to beaches and woodlands to rolling hills – opportunities to develop hands on skills and enjoy outdoor wonders. • Environmental Education and Research • Environmental Stewardship • Outdoor Summer Camps • Park Management and Operations • Research and Policy • Outdoor Skills • Historical Collections, Interpretation, Archeology • Brandywine Zoo Education • Brandywine Zoo Animal Care BENEFITS: • Stipend payment • Supplemental accident insurance • Housing available at no fee (COVID-19 contingent and limited availability- apply early!) • Hands-on learning experience working with field experts • Free admission to all state parks and most state park activities • Outstanding training |
Summer 2022 Research Opportunities: Information Sessions The Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research is hosting brief (30 minute) information sessions to introduce students to a wide range of opportunities for Summer 2022. Learn about the hundreds of paid summer placement opportunities offered by National Science Foundation REU’s, National Institutes of Standards and Technology SURF, and other programs. The sessions listed below will also highlight programs seeking to increase participation by underrepresented students. Nov 30, 2021 10:30 AM |
Research Analyst Job Opening - D.C. Sentencing Commission
Position: Research Analyst
Salary Range: $72,935.00 - $109,403.00
Opening Date: October 26, 2021
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Area of Consideration: All Sources
Organization Location: District of Columbia Sentencing Commission
441 4th St., NW, Suite 430 South,
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202.727.8822
dc.sc@dc.gov
The District of Columbia Sentencing Commission is an independent agency of District of Columbia government consisting of 17 members. The agency staff presently consists of 7 employees. The Commission developed, implemented, and oversees the sentencing guidelines used by judges in felony cases sentenced in the Superior Court in the District of Columbia. The Commission monitors compliance with the guidelines and evaluates the use of departures, provides training to judges and practitioners on the application of the sentencing guidelines application, conducts research on felony sentencing trends and patterns for the District of Columbia, and provides sentencing data to a wide range of district, federal, and academic partners
The Commission is also responsible for developing, operating, and maintaining an extensive data system, GRID, which integrates data from the DC Superior Court, Court Services Offender Supervision Agency, and the Metropolitan Police Departure. This integrated data system enables the agency to analyze arrest, conviction, and sentencing information throughout the complete criminal justice life cycle of a felony case and provides data for policy changes.
The Research Analyst reports directly to the Executive Director and serves at their pleasure. This is an excepted service appointment, and the Research Analyst will be required to become a resident of the District of Columbia no later than 180 days after his or her appointment.
Responsibilities of the Research Analyst include: (1). Performs moderately complex research analysis studies, and documents developed and distributed, including research design, statistical analysis, qualitative studies, evaluation studies and development of trend and longitudinal analysis and the development, generation, and distribution of standards, regulatory, and ad hoc research, and statistical reports. (2). Implements established and necessary procedures to support and facilitate statistically sound research methods, research design and identifies appropriate data to be utilized. (3). Obtains, reviews, and revises information relative to assigned research and data analysis practices and identifies the need for additional research methods and statistical procedures when warranted. (4). Conducts research and statistical analysis of felony sentencing related issues. Initiates, formulates plans, executes, and coordinates sophisticated research and statistical analysis on sentencing related policy issues using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software. (5). Ensures the accuracy and completeness of assigned research studies, including research design, research methods and statistical analysis utilized, as well as data validity and reliability. Interacts with appropriate points of contact (POCs), subject-matter experts (SMEs), and other personnel to investigate unclear, conflicting, incomplete, or invalid data and research findings.
Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. or
Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. or
Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
In addition, this position requires Specialized Experience which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
The work is performed in an office setting, where there is adequate light, heat and ventilation.
Ranking Factors:
How to Apply: To be considered, applicants must submit by mail or e-mail (1) a resume, and a cover letter.
Applicant should submit a cover letter, resume and the ranking factor responses directly to our agency at use dc.sc@dc.gov Attn: Mia Hebb
Only individuals who meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted.
Governor's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services Spring Internships
Primary functions of this position will include supporting the implementation of the Justice Reinvestment Act (JRA) and the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board, assisting with the reporting of performance measures to stakeholders, managing capacity building opportunities, and assisting in coordinating various Workgroup meetings.
The Intern will experience the inner workings of state government from the vantage point of the Executive branch. This Intern will assist the Research, Analysis and Evaluation Division with collecting various criminal justice data and research to assist the Agency with making data-driven decisions and utilizing evidence based practices.
Criminal Justice Program Intern
Primary functions of this position will include operationally supporting the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network (MCIN) initiative. MCIN is a criminal justice strategy, coordinated at the local, state, and federal levels targeting gangs, drug, firearms and human trafficking. MCIN is particularly focused on those criminal networks that are impacting multiple jurisdictions and accomplishes this by sharing information across borders. It is a key element of Maryland’s public safety strategy and provides the basis for data-driven decision making both operationally and for policy development.
Crisis Intervention Team Center of Excellence Internship
Primary functions of this position will include providing technical support to the CITCE-Collaborative Planning and Implementation Committee via stakeholder engagement, workgroup meetings, research, note-taking, and report writing.
Institute for Defense Analyses Summer Associates Program
Overview:
The IDA Summer Associate Program provides students unique opportunity to use their quantitative and analytic skills to work on challenging real-world national security issues. The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a not-for-profit corporation that operates Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs).
Two of these FFRDCs are accepting Summer Associates.
Staff at the IDA Systems and Analyses Center (SAC) provide objective analyses of national security issues, particularly those requiring scientific and technical expertise, and conduct related research on other national challenges. The Systems and Analyses Center, located in Alexandria, Virginia, is comprised of eight research divisions:
• Cost Analysis and Research Division
• Intelligence Analyses Division
• Operational Evaluation Division
• Science and Technology Division
Staff at the IDA Science and Technology Policy Institute (STPI), located in Washington, DC, assist the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and other executive branch agencies in formulating federal S&T policy by providing high-quality, objective, analytical support to inform policymakers.
Each year, IDA hires paid student associates at its Virginia and Washington, DC facilities to work for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer months. Attendance at the 8 week core period between June 6, 2022 and July 29, 2022 is required. An additional 2 weeks (or more) either before or after the core period is required for a complete 10 week internship. In some cases opportunities exist for associates to work a few weeks longer than the 10-week minimum.
The wage range is dependent on the field of study and years of education completed. For students living outside the area, IDA pays for one instance of round-trip travel. Associates are responsible for living expenses during the summer.
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities vary depending on division and particular assignment.
Qualifications:
The National Security Agency (NSA) has a current and ongoing requirement for personnel to serve as Full-time officers with the NSA Police on its complexes at Fort Meade, Maryland. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for these exciting and highly dynamic positions offering unlimited career growth, exceptional training, and the opportunity to serve your country as an employee of one of the most unique and respected Agencies in the Federal government. NSA Police Officers provide armed and uniformed security, force protection, and law enforcement functions in support of NSA's mission, assets, personnel, and facilities headquartered in and around Fort Meade. The NSA Police Force is an integral part of the NSA Security and Counterintelligence organization, which provides NSA worldwide counterintelligence, personnel, and facilities security support. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE NSA POLICE INCLUDE: - Counterterrorism & Force Protection - Pedestrian and vehicular access control - Response and mitigation of security, medical, and fire emergencies - Critical incident management - Enforcement of laws and regulations relative to the protection of NSA assets - Vehicle, facility, and material security inspections - Firearms training and range management - Patrol of NSA property
Security and Counterintelligence is responsible for the protection of NSA/CSS information, people, and facilities worldwide. In support of this mission, Security personnel oversee the development, installation, and maintenance of physical security systems. Security personnel help maintain integral elements of an overall security theory, posture, and infrastructure designed to efficiently deter, delay, detect and identify threats to NSA people, resources and facilities.
Only the highest caliber individuals qualify for these selected positions. At a minimum, applicants must meet the following qualifications: - Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. - Unquestionable loyalty to the United States and sound moral character as established by a comprehensive Federal Special Background Investigation (to include a polygraph). - Issues that could disqualify an applicant from consideration include, but are not limited to, whether the applicant has engaged in serious criminal activity, recent illegal drug use, a history of adverse employment actions to include absenteeism and termination, or significant credit problems such as recent bankruptcies. - This position requires the carrying of an Agency-issued firearm. The Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended, and applicable implementing regulations prohibit the NSA from issuing a firearm or ammunition to anyone who has a record of having been convicted of a crime involving domestic violence. Applicants who have been convicted of such a crime are not eligible to be considered for this position. - At least 21 years of age. - Excellent physical condition. - Must meet DoD vision standards for law enforcement occupations. - Must meet DoD hearing standards for law enforcement occupations. - Must be willing to work outdoors, shift-work, weekends, holidays, and overtime, under strenuous and potentially dangerous conditions. - Possess a valid state driver's license. - Entry is with a high school diploma or GED and no experience. - Experience working with basic office resources (e.g., e-mail, web browsers, word processors, and presentation graphics), working in security, law enforcement, and/or military service is desired. Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid U.S. driver's license. DoD Post Certification, CPR, and AED is preferred. BENEFITS: All NSA employees are provided a comprehensive Federal employment benefit package that includes: - Federal health and life insurance options - Federal retirement plan - 10 paid holidays a year - Sick leave accrued at the rate of 4 hours per pay period (13 days/year) - Vacation leave ranging from 13-26 days a year (based on years of Federal service) - Military leave - Shift, weekend, and holiday salary differential - Paid overtime - Tuition reimbursement program - On-site child care (fee for service) - Credit Union services IN ADDITION, OFFICERS ARE PROVIDED: - Uniforms, equipment, and laundering at no cost - Performance based rank and salary promotions - Opportunities to apply for vacancies in the following specialized units: - Emergency Response Team (SWAT) - Chemical and Biological Rapid Response Team - K-9 Unit - Dispatch - Mountain Bike Patrol - Police Training Unit - Firearms Instructors APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants selected for further processing will be scheduled for the National Police Officer Selection Test (POST), NSA Police Physical Ability Test (PAT) and an Operational Interview. The PAT is included as part of the applicant process as it is a required element of the training. The PAT consists of: - 19 Push-Ups within 2 minutes - 1.5 mile run within 17 minutes and 30 seconds Applicants who successfully complete the initial testing may be extended a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of security and medical screenings, as follows: - Medical/psychological screening by NSA medical staff. - Full field background investigation and polygraph testing. Applicants selected for the position will have to successfully complete: - A Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) accredited basic academy program * This training provides a rigorous, physically and academically challenging battery of courses/instruction in law enforcement skills/techniques, which includes classroom instruction with written examinations, graded practical exercises, firearms instruction, and a PAT. This training may be waived for candidates who have previously successfully completed a FLETA accredited basic academy program, and can produce the course curriculum, transcript, and official certificate of completion.
To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button located at the top right of this posting. After completing the application for the first time, or reviewing previously entered information, and clicking the 'Submit' button, you will receive a confirmation email. Please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept emails from noreply@intelligencecareers.
The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority.
