Graduation Regalia Information for December 2018 Graduates

Students planning on attending either of the commencement ceremonies this December, are encouraged to visit the Grad Fair at the University Book Center on October 10th.

In order to participate in commencement, undergraduate and master's degree students must purchase their regalia from the book center. The following items are required and sold as a package:

• Cap
• Gown
• Departmental hood -Bachelor of Arts hood has a white velvet, Bachelor of Science hood has a gold velvet  (CCJS is a Bachelor or Arts)
• Stole of gratitude
• Tassel with official medallion

During the Grad Fair on October 10th students will receive a $10 discount on the regalia package - the undergraduate package will cost $137.98 and the graduate degree package will cost $145.98. If regalia is purchased after October 10th, pricing will increase to $147.98 for undergraduate packages and $155.98 for graduate packages. 

All students are encouraged to purchase regalia by November 2nd in order to ensure the correct size/style. While you may purchase after Nov. 2nd, there is no guarantee that the correct size/style will be available at that time.

If you are unable to visit the University Book Center to purchase your regalia, you can order online. The site will not be open for online orders until October 12th. Only full packages are available for purchase online. Please visit https://umdcollegepark.shopoakhalli.com to purchase online. 

Resident Assistant 2019-2020 Applications Open

The Department of Resident Life is now accepting applications for Resident Assistant positions for the 2019-2020 school year. Full information is available at www.reslife.umd.edu/RAposition. 

Please note the application will close after 500 applications are completed or by 4:00 PM on October 4, whichever comes first. Students should not wait until the deadline to consider applying. 

Questions may be directed to the Resident Life Staff Development & Services Office at drlhr@umd.edu or (301) 314-5111.

Spring 2019 Internship: Homeland Security Investigations

Applications are due October 19, 2018 and all application instructions are on the flyer!

Internship with Montgomery County Police Department

An internship with the Montgomery County Police Department gives you an opportunity to observe first hand, the organizational operation of police work. Interns assist with a variety of technical and administrative tasks, to enhance the functions of the department and support the work of the police officers and the civilian staff.

If you are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement, are majoring in a related field and want exposure to career-related experiences, apply now.

Log onto Careers 4 Terps and search ID #158938.

FBI Internship Information Session - October 1

Join representatives from the FBI to learn more about their 2019 Internship Program available to current UMD students. Students will also learn some helpful resume best practices and gain tips on interview preparation. RSVP is required at the link.

Date: October 1, 2018
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: University Career Center
Contact Person: Michael Maiden (mmaiden@umd.edu)
Website URL and RSVP: https://careers.umd.edu/event/fbi-information-session

OMSE Free Tutoring for Fall 2018

BSOS Student Faculty Dinner

On Behalf of the BSOS Dean's Student Advisory Council (DSAC), 

You Are Cordially Invited to:

Date: Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Time: 5:45 PM

Location: Riggs Alumni Center

RSVP: Here by October 12

The BSOS Student Faculty Dinner is a great way to meet your departmental faculty members who want to share their experiences and insights outside of the classroom with you. This is a great opportunity for connecting and conversing with your peers and professors - while enjoying a free delicious meal.

Counterintelligence Investigator- Entry to Experienced Level with the NSA

NSA Overview
The professionals at the National Security Agency (NSA) have one common goal: to protect our nation. The mission requires a strong offense and a steadfast defense. The offense collects, processes and disseminates intelligence information derived from foreign signals for intelligence and counterintelligence purposes. The defense prevents adversaries from gaining access to sensitive classified national security information.
Security and Counterintelligence is responsible for the protection of NSA/CSS information, people and facilities worldwide. In support of this mission, Counterintelligence Investigators (CI) conduct investigations of Agency employees and affiliates as mandated by national level and NSA policy in order to determine their eligibility for Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) access. These investigations are conducted in support the comprehensive Personnel Security processing program, designed to ensure a trusted workforce.

Description of Position
Counterintelligence Investigators are required to successfully complete the NSA Special Agent Training Course. After successfully completing training, the responsibilities of a CI Investigator include:

• applying techniques of interviewing, elicitation, debriefing, and/or interrogation in a systematic manner
• conduct counterintelligence or security inspections/investigations or security audits to resolve problems, clarify suspicious activities, and ensure compliance with security regulations
• complete detailed, concise and accurate reports that encapsulate the information developed during the course of an investigation
• creating a product based on analysis of security and/or counterintelligence data
• maintains liaison with local, state and federal law enforcement and investigative agencies for the purpose of coordinating matters of mutual interest

All CIs are required to:

• have a valid driver's license and operate a motor vehicle on a daily basis
• maintain federal firearms certification and Special Agent training requirements and a working knowledge of Agency Policies and Regulations
• perform physical and potential strenuous activities to include standing, walking, or kneeling for long periods under all weather conditions

Skills
The ideal candidate has a desire for continual learning with excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills who is:
- able to work as an individual, and in a team and/or classroom environment
- well-organized and able to handle multiple assignments
- able to handle and adapt to constructive feedback
- a strong written and oral communicator 
- able to deal with conflict or difficult situations and topics
- present a mature, professional demeanor and appearance

Apply on the NSA website.

CCJS Justice & Government Networking Night - Tues Sept 25

Date: Tuesday, September 25
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Colony Ballroom - Stamp Student Union

The Justice & Government Networking Night connects current students with UMD alumni and employers working in the areas of legal, law enforcement, and government in a variety of positions throughout the DC Metro area. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain tips from these amazing professionals and learn about career options.

Limited spots are available so RSVP today! This event is open to all students, but will be particularly helpful for Freshman, Sophomore and Junior level students majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Light refreshments will be available. See participating organizations.

For more information and networking tips please visit: https://careers.umd.edu/event/justice-government-networking-night.

UMD Police Auxiliary Hiring

Meet Your 2018-2019 CCJS DSAC Representative!

Hi! My name is Paden Tranter, a junior Criminology and Criminal Justice major with a minor in Global Terrorism. This year, I will be serving as the CCJS representative on the BSOS Dean's Student Advisory Council (DSAC). DSAC is a group of student leaders within the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences that work closely with Dean Russell to bring about initiatives aimed at bettering both BSOS in general and our respective departments. Outside of DSAC, I work as a senior peer advisor in the BSOS Advising Office and am a member of the Federal Fellows Homeland Security Policy program. 

I'm hoping to make my term as CCJS representative as beneficial and productive as possible, so I encourage you all to contact me at ptranter@terpmail.umd.edu with any questions, comments, or suggestions that you may have about BSOS or CCJS!

Career Night: Hosted by Maryland State Police - Oct 4

It’s here again, in 2018!  The Maryland State Police will host the largest recruiting event of its kind in Maryland.  “Career Night” is about exclusive recruitment for qualified students and adults desiring career fields in national security, public safety and emergency services. 

Become a Peer Counselor at the Help Center Hotline

Train to help people dealing with roommate issues, relationship dilemmas, confusion, mental health, thoughts of suicide, and other life issues.

Training happens only once a semester, so call (301) 314-4357 or fill out this survey to schedule an interview: https://goo.gl/forms/ZltkWO3mrM9z7T5f2

Deadline to apply: October 1, 2018
Applicants must be available:  October 11th from 7pm-9pm, October 13th and 14th from 10am-6pm both days.
Freshman and Sophomores Only!  Position requires 2-3 semesters of on-the-job training.

Department of Justice Internship - Environmental Crimes Section

The Environment and Natural Resources Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking three undergraduate student interns for its Environmental Crimes Section in Washington, DC, for the Spring of 2019.

The Environmental Crimes Section is responsible for prosecuting individuals and corporations that have violated laws designed to protect the environment and/or unlawfully covered up those violations.  The Section works closely with criminal investigators for the Environmental Protection Agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and other law enforcement agencies in prosecuting criminal violations of the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as well as other federal statutes. In addition, the Section prosecutes criminal cases under a number of federal wildlife laws, including the Lacey Act, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, and the Endangered Species Act. These cases, handled in conjunction with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA Fisheries Enforcement (National Marine Fisheries Service), involve smuggling and illegal trafficking in protected wildlife, illegal take of protected species, and hunting offenses. 

For more information about the Environment & Natural Resources Division, visit the Justice Departments web site at: https://www.justice.gov/enrd.

Interested candidates should log on to Careers4Terps & search ID #178237.
Transit subsidy included.