State Youth Ombudsman (PROGRAM MANAGER I)
DHS - Social Services Administration · Baltimore City · Maryland
- Role
- Program manager
- First seen
- Oct 23, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 19, 2026
- Salary
- $87,253.00 - $112,878.00/ year with potential growth to $137,603.00/ year
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Summary
The State Youth Ombudsman (Program Manager I) is a high-level legal advocacy position within the Maryland Department of Human Services that serves as a neutral, independent advocate for youth in out-of-home care statewide. The incumbent investigates complex complaints regarding the rights and safety of foster youth, conducts fact-finding reviews, and delivers executive-level recommendations to SSA and DHS leadership to drive operational and policy improvements across Maryland's child welfare system. This role requires strict statutory compliance under House Bill 980 (Kanaiyah's Law) and involves statewide outreach, case management, data analysis, and authoring mandatory public reports.
Key qualifications
- Current member of the Maryland Bar
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Five years of experience as a practicing attorney
- One year of experience representing a government agency or serving as an advocate in community services
- One year of experience in juvenile law, child welfare, or human services
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