CCJS and UMD Winter Break Closure

CCJS Advising will be closed for Winter Break 12:00 PM Thursday, December 19, 2019 through Wednesday, January 1, 2020.  

The University of Maryland will be closed Tuesday, December 24, 2019 through Wednesday, January 1, 2020 for Winter Break.

Both the University of Maryland and  CCJS Advising will reopen Thursday, January 2 for normal business hours.  

December Grad Survey is Open

The UMD undergraduate Graduation/First Destination Survey is live for August 2019 and December 2019 graduates.  Graduating seniors, please complete this survey at your earliest convenience!

August 2019 Grads: https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_6VUCd3ofaZAjY7H

December 2019 Grads: https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_4Iac3rCiqRtF5CB

Spring Peer Mentor Application - Now Open!

The Peer Mentor Program is a component of the services the BSOS Advising Center offers to students. Through their service to fellow students, Peer Mentors gain valuable skills in public speaking/presentation, professionalism, and leadership. Peer Mentors primarily facilitate BSOS Graduation Planning Workshops each semester and conduct various presentations in BSOS UNIV100 classes. In preparation for these activities, all new Peer Mentors attend a mandatory class session once a week for their first semester as a Peer Mentor.  All applicants are expected to serve for a minimum of two semesters. 
Peer Mentors earn one graded academic credit after each successfully completed semester.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a BSOS major for a minimum of 2 semesters
• For Double Majors, the primary major must be in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
• Sophomore or higher standing with intent to return in Fall 2020
• At least a 2.5 GPA within major AND cumulative
• Must be in good judicial/academic standing

Applications due by Friday, January 10, 2020 at 11:59 PM.  Apply today!

New DSHU course for Spring 2020

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute - Public Policy Fellowship Program for Recent Grads

December 2019 and May 2020 Graduates Eligible: 
Recent college graduates who earned their bachelor’s degree within two years of the program start date can take advantage of this paid nine-month fellowship, which opens doors for talented young Latinos interested in a career in public policy and improving people’s lives. Fellowship openings include our general Public Policy Fellowships and STEM Public Policy Fellowships. Click here for more on our current openings.

Focus Area: All Majors
Location: Washington, D.C.
Benefits: Round-trip airfare, stipend, health insurance and public transportation benefits are included.
Dates of Participation: August 31, 2020 – May 28, 2021
Application Deadline: January 15, 2020 

Visit the Public Policy Fellowship Program, Eligibility & Program Details and FAQs pages for more information.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute - Fall 2020 Congressional Intern Program

During CHCI’s paid semester internship, promising Latino undergraduate students experience what it’s like to work in a congressional office, while participating in weekly professional and leadership development and civic engagement through community service.

America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print - Application Open for Volunteers

Did you know that more than 75% of low-income students in Maryland aren’t proficient in reading by the 4th grade? Without individual assistance, they may never catch up to their peers.

You can help make a difference for kids!

America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print is a mentoring/tutoring program where more than 200 UMD students work weekly to improve the literacy and math skills of Prince George’s County Title 1 elementary school students.

America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic college students who love working with kids and want to give back to their community. This is a great way to meet new friends on campus, develop essential leadership skills, and gain valuable resume-building experience!

America Reads*America Counts*Partners in Print is currently recruiting for each of our programs. Students can volunteer, receive academic or internship credit or (if eligible) Federal Work Study! Don’t know if you have Federal Work Study? Check your Financial Aid package.

Visit go.umd.edu/mentorSP2020 to learn more and to apply. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until January 31, 2020 at 5:00 PM.

Training and transportation are provided!

Need more information? Email arac@umd.edu

Part Time Positions on Campus with the Department of Public Safety

Security Operations Center Monitors - Now Hiring Part-Time Positions!
The Security Operations Center (SOC) is a 24/7 unit within the Technology Services Bureau of the University of Maryland, Department of Public Safety. The SOC is tasked with monitoring the extensive security camera system currently consisting of over 500 cameras that are located both on the interior and exterior of campus buildings, as well as at various locations around the City of College Park.

• Starting Salary for part-time monitors is $11.50 an hour
• Evening shifts offer shift differential pay of an extra $1.00 an hour
• Holiday shifts pay an extra $2.00 an hour incentive pay
• Student and non-student positions available
• Flexible hours that work around your schedule
• Minimum requirement of 16 hours per week (allowed to work up to 40 hours per week if desired)
• Benefitial experience for Criminology majors & those interested in Law Enforcement Careers
• All majors welcomed

To apply for this position, please download and complete an Application for Employment (.pdf), Information Release Authorization (.pdf) form, and SOC Application Questionnaire (.pdf) and send them to SOCSupervisors@umpd.umd.edu.


Student Police Auxiliary - View the Police Auxiliary site for Hiring Info
The Police Auxiliary of the University of Maryland Department of Public Safety employs Student Police Aides (SPA's) who are responsible for the delivery of security related services to the University of Maryland campus community. Since 1973, the Police Auxiliary has provided SPA's to members of the community for activities such as socials, major athletic events, and security contracts. The Police Auxiliary contributes toward the overall effectiveness of the University of Maryland Police by utilizing Student Police Aides in place of police officers where practical.

• Starting Salary of $11.50 an hour and can go as high as $15.00 with promotions
• Some shifts pay an extra $1.00 an hour
• Many weekend and night shifts pay an extra $2.00 an hour. Specific shifts may pay an extra $4.00 an hour.
• Flexible work shifts for planning between studying, work, and social hours
• You must be a registered student of the University of Maryland College Park to apply
• Good resume builder and allows you to help increase safety and awarenesss in the campus community

To apply for this position, please visit the Police Auxiliary site.

Smith Minor Program Applications *Now Open*

The Smith Business Minor program has officially opened their applications for student interested in pursuing a minor in General Business, Business Analytics, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

If students have any questions, please visit go.umd.edu/smithminors or email smithminors@rhsmith.umd.edu.

APS Study Session - open to all CCJS majors

Alpha Phi Sigma will be hosting a study session for all CCJS majors on Reading Day. This will be a space for CCJS majors to help each other out with courses and have a quiet place to study.

When: December 10 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: McKeldin 2213

Spots will be given out on a first come, first serve basis. Space is limited, so come early!

Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission seeking Researcher/Writer/Editor

Researcher/Writer/Editor
Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission

Overview

The Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission (WHDPC) is a bipartisan, independent entity created by Congress to evaluate US counternarcotics policies in Latin America and the Caribbean and provide concrete, actionable recommendations for improvement.

Our legislation instructs us to examine a variety of issues – from interdiction to money laundering, eradication to alternative development, police reform to violence prevention. Our goal is to find better ways to reduce illicit drug supply while also addressing the damage and violence associated with drug trafficking and abuse. We must identify which programs work and which don’t, which should be strengthened and sustained, and which should be modified or eliminated. 

We are looking for an experienced researcher/writer/editor to help our small team prepare the comprehensive review that we must present to Congress and the White House by the end of 2020. 

The position will end when the Commission wraps up operations in early 2021, but it offers a unique opportunity for an up-and-coming scholar, a veteran practitioner, or a seasoned journalist to do in-depth research into complex, controversial policies that  affect lives and livelihoods throughout the United States and Latin America.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Qualitative and quantitative research into US counternarcotics policy, using a variety of sources including agency and program budgets, indicators of performance and effectiveness, program evaluations, academic literature, and media reports;
• Drafting background briefing papers, memos, and analysis;
• Preparing charts, tables, and simple graphics;
• Editing and fact-checking staff and consultant policy papers or reports;
• Helping WHDPC staff and consultants with general research and administrative tasks;
• Keeping track of news developments and relevant research.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in counternarcotics policy, development programs, or security sector reform, especially in Latin America;
• Fluency in Spanish;
• Exceptional research, writing, and editing skills;
• Quantitative expertise, including professional or academic work in economics or statistics;
• Ability to work under pressure and on deadline.

Application instructions

How to apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, two references, and two writing samples (totaling no more than 20 pages) to Edward.Gracia@WHDPC.gov. Please indicate that you found this position on www.GlobalJobs.org in your application.  We will also ask top candidates to take a short editing test. We will review applications until the job is filled, which we hope to do quickly.

Investigative Analyst Job Opportunity - Department of Health and Human Services

Position: Investigative Analyst (Recent Graduate)  GS-1805-7/9

Organizational Location: Office of Investigations - Department of Health and Human Services

Duty Station: Washington DC

Who May Apply: Recent Graduates who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.

Opening period:  Monday, December 9, 2019 through Friday, December 13, 2019.  The job will close when 50 applications have been received.  

Link:  HHS-OIG-RG-7/9-DE-10637681

The Haven - Support Services and Winter Break Programming

The Haven is committed to supporting students that may be experiencing substance use and mental health challenges through their outpatient programs and peer-driven recovery meetings and community. They will be OPEN throughout Winter Break!  Posted below is a group schedule and activity calendar. 

 All clinical services are covered by most insurances out-of-network. For more information or to make referrals, please call the Haven at 301-329-5885. 

Recovery Meetings and Support Groups: 
All inclusive student led Recovery meetings hosted at the Haven Outpatient Center, 7207 Baltimore Ave, College Park 20740. For more info, please call 301-329-5885.

• Marijuana Anonymous Meeting: Friday 8:30PM
• All Recovery Meeting: Saturday 7:30PM 
• Yoga & Mindfulness Meeting: Tuesday 5:30PM
• All students are welcome to come enjoy free wifi, study space, coffee & snacks throughout finals in our Drop In Space! We will be open after 5pm

Please note that you do not have to be enrolled in Intensive Outpatient Programming at The Haven to participate in weekly open meetings or join for our Winter Session activities!

Juvenile Justice Advocacy Workshop

Study Abroad Scholarship for Students with a Parent in the Military

Overseas program start dates must fall within these date ranges:

To learn more and apply: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/program/gilman-mccain-scholarships/

How To Find An Internship Workshop - Dec 3

Date: Tuesday, Dec 3
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: 3100 Hornbake Library

Not sure where to start with your internship search? Or, do you feel like you are at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search?  To help you with your internship search, we will discuss:

1. Specific resources available to research internship opportunities in non-profit, government and corporate sectors
2. Quick tips on making a positive first impression on resumes and during interviews
3. Strategies to connect with UMD alumni working within your intended career field

For additional information about this event: https://careers.umd.edu/event/how-find-internship-25

DOT-Office of Inspector General: Summer Pathways Internship Program

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of Inspector General (OIG) will be seeking applicants for Management and Program Analysts, Auditors, IT Specialists, Investigative Analysts Pathways Interns.  OIG works within DOT to promote efficiency and effectiveness, and prevent or stop waste, fraud and abuse in departmental programs through audits and investigations.

Pathways Interns will be entry-level analysts and work with OIG teams in a developmental capacity to conduct reviews of the efficiency and effectiveness of DOT programs or assist with criminal investigations. They will make key contributions to a variety of possible products, including audit reports, briefings to DOT leadership or congressional stakeholders, management advisories, and congressional testimonies.

Current students seeking a degree in a related field of study, such as public policy, law, political science, criminal justice, accounting, auditing, information technology, business administration, finance, or public administration are eligible to apply. Students must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. 

Interns will be expected to work during the summer of 2020 (not to exceed September 30, 2020 unless extended). This is a student internship opportunity under DOT Pathways Program. After successful completion of the program requirements, interns may be converted to a permanent appointment, although there is no guarantee of conversion. Extensions to this appointment may occur, although there is no guarantee of extension.  Deadline to apply to internships: December 16, 2019.

The links to the job announcements are below:
Auditor: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553121800
IT Specialist: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553121600
Management and Program Analyst: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553122100
Budget Analyst: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553123400
Investigative Analyst: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553123900