Director Juvenile Med Officer Courts (NCS) - Circuit Court for Baltimore City

This is a non-civil service position with the City of Baltimore, offering the opportunity to drive social impact in a vibrant, diverse community while serving its citizens.

Pay

Salary range: $78,588.00 - $125,740.00 annually. Starting pay: $78,588.00 annually.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
• Optional life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wellness programs, support groups, and workshops

About the Role

The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is seeking a Director for the Juvenile Section of its Medical Services Division. This position requires an expert psychiatrist or psychologist with a focus on children and families to conduct comprehensive clinical forensic evaluations for the Circuit Court's Juvenile and Family Divisions and manage the administrative operations of the Juvenile Section.

Responsibilities

• Conduct court-ordered forensic psychiatric/psychological evaluations, including matters related to child custody, juvenile competency, child in need of assistance (CINA), termination of parental rights, and similar issues.
• Provide training for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellows and Forensic Psychiatry Fellows from the University of Maryland.
• Provide expert testimony in court as required.
• Manage administrative duties, including supervising the Juvenile Coordinator, and meeting with the Juvenile Court Judiciary and attorneys to contribute to policy development.
• Organize and conduct educational conferences for the Judiciary as needed.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in both Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, or a Ph.D./Psy.D. licensed psychologist with specialized child training.
• Active and current licensure in good standing with the Maryland Department of Health as a physician or psychologist.
• In-depth knowledge of childhood mental illness, associated medical problems, medications used for psychiatric and medical conditions, capacity to parent factors, domestic violence, child abuse/neglect, child/adult development, and the impact of divorce/separation on children/adults.
• In-depth knowledge of forensic psychiatry/psychology and experience conducting forensic evaluations.
• Ability to produce objective reports and communicate findings to the court in a timely manner.
• Excellent organizational, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to function effectively both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to work the full-time standard Court work schedule of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Monday through Friday) with flexibility to accommodate necessary early or late activities.
• Maintain a regular, punctual, and reliable level of attendance.
• Ability to set priorities, simultaneously process multiple tasks, and maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with court personnel and the public.
• Ability to utilize the Odyssey Case Management System.
• Ability to make decisions based on established policies and procedures, experience, and good judgment.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative and professional working relationships with court personnel and the public.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Excellent telephone manners and experience dealing with the public while maintaining a calm disposition.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Information

• Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment will be required to complete a criminal background check and/or fingerprint screening.
• All selected candidates, including current City employees, must complete a 6-month mandatory probation.