County Executive Marc Elrich is seeking applicants to fill seven public vacancies on the Criminal Justice Coordinating Commission, including one position for a member of the Maryland bar who practices law in Montgomery County. Six incumbents are eligible to apply for reappointment.

The 32-member Commission includes representatives of criminal justice agencies, local municipalities, judges, elected officials and the public-at-large. The Commission must evaluate the organization and adequacy of law enforcement and the administration of justice in the County.

Members serve three-year terms without compensation but are eligible for reimbursement for travel and dependent care for in-person meetings attended. Meetings must be held at least four times per year. The full Commission currently meets in-person (at the Executive Office Building Auditorium) with virtual option (via Microsoft Teams) every other month (January, March, May, July, September, and November) at 7:30 AM on the fourth Wednesday of the month.

Applicants of diverse, backgrounds, professions, genders, geography, abilities, ethnicities, and ages are encouraged to apply. Members of County boards, committees and commissions may not serve on more than one such group at a time. Members must complete training on the Maryland Open Meetings Act, Montgomery County Ethics Law, and basic parliamentary procedure. The County Executive’s appointments are subject to confirmation by the County Council. Applications of individuals selected for appointment will be forwarded to the Council for confirmation. The deadline for application is October 24, 2025. To apply please click the link below and then click “Apply for Commission” to complete the online form and attach a letter of interest and resume.

https://cexbcc.montgomerycountymd.gov/board/4103

CURRENT POSITION(S) AVAILABLE:

Public

Public – Member of Maryland Bar

Krum, Gergely & Oates, LLC is a private law firm located in Rockville. Their firm handles criminal cases, personal injury, and family law matters. The firm is currently seeking a bilingual (Spanish/English) Legal Assistant. This position is a great fit for Criminal Justice majors looking to gain hands-on experience in the legal field and get their foot in the door. No prior experience is required and while it is a full-time position, they are open to discussing scheduling options to best accommodate the right candidate.

Resumes can be emailed directly to the Office Manager, Jackie Flores, at jackie@kgofirm.com.

The Montgomery County Family Justice Center with the Sheriff’s Office is the County’s service center for victims of domestic violence and their families.  They currently have internships available for the Spring 2026 and Summer 2026 semesters. They have 3 types of internships: Client Services, Legal Services and Domestic Violence Prevention Programs (Spring only). For more information about the internships, please visit https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/fjc/volunteerinternship.html.

For Spring, the deadline is November 2, 2025, For Summer, the deadline is March 1, 2026.

The Bethany Beach Police Department is taking applications for summer 2026 Seasonal Police Officers. Every year, the agency hires approximately 17 young men and women who want to gain hands on experience as police officers. These individuals perform basic law enforcement duties under supervision during the summer months (May-Sept).  While doing so, the agency mentors them, trains them, and works with them to gain internship requirements if needed. In return, their employment helps our town provide more boots on the ground for the safety of our visitors and residents during the summer beach season. 

Completed applications can be sent to BBPDJOBS@Townofbethanybeach.com 

Title of Study: Predicting Interest in Law Enforcement

Introduction: You are being invited to participate in an anonymous research study conducted by Aubrey Powell (a doctoral student in The University of Akron’s Counseling Psychology Program) under the direction of Dr. Margo Gregor (faculty in the Department of Psychology at The University of Akron).

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to understand the motivating factors for choosing a career in law enforcement. We would like to collect responses from at least 150 people. Procedures: If you agree to participate, you will be asked a series of questions about your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs for a future career in law enforcement. This will take you about 20 minutes.

To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old, a US citizen, and pursuing a career in law enforcement. All eligible participants are encouraged to take part! I am especially interested in hearing from individuals with diverse identities, including different racial, ethnic, sexual, gender, socioeconomic, religious, and ability backgrounds. Understanding a variety of perspectives will help provide a more comprehensive picture of what factors motivate people most. After completing the survey, you have the opportunity to enter a raffle to win one of three $50 Amazon gift cards.

If you’re interested, please fill out this survey. If you have any questions about this study, please feel free to email Aubrey Powell (arp135@uakron.edu) or Dr. Margo Gregor at (mgregor@uakron.edu). 

The Fall Youth Mentor and After-School Tutoring program offers a supportive and enriching learning experience for newcomer middle, high school and out of school young people living in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties in Maryland. The purpose of the program is to support newcomer youth with academic and career readiness, helping them explore college pathways, build financial literacy, set goals, and connect with resources.

This Fall, we are seeking dedicated mentors for two programs:

High School Youth Mentorship (Ages 15–18)

• Format: Virtual/Hybrid
• Schedule: Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 4:45–6:15 PM
• Duration: 10 weekly sessions
• Start Date: Week of September 22, 2025
• Additional Opportunities: Optional 1–3 in-person field trips in D.C., Baltimore, or local counties

Out-of-School Youth Mentorship (Ages 19–24)

• Format: In-Person/Hybrid
• Schedule: Flexible (Monday–Friday)
• Duration: 12 weekly sessions
• Start Date: Week of September 22, 2025

Mentors will help youth explore postsecondary options, career pathways, and personal goals, while also providing encouragement and connection to community resources.

Mentors are required to complete a background check and attend a mandatory training on September 18th, 2025. Please note this training date is also the final deadline to sign up for the program.

We welcome students from all academic backgrounds who are passionate about education, mentorship, and social impact. No prior experience is required—training and ongoing support will be provided by IRC staff.

Interested students can learn more and apply here. For your reference, we’ve also attached a flyer that you can share directly with students:

Thank you for sharing this opportunity with your students. Please direct any questions to McKayla Lyons, Youth Program Coordinator, McKayla.Lyons@rescue.org .

Sincerely,

Opportunity for Undergraduate Research Using Virtual Reality

This is an opportunity for a Fall 2025 independent study at 2 or 3 credits (6 or 9 hours per week), depending on the student’s availability. The student needs to have completed all the requirements to be eligible for an independent study, including having taken CCJS300: https://ccjs.umd.edu/undergraduate/independent-studies

The student will be using virtual reality technology to collect information about the behavior of young people when they are with their friends. It’s a great opportunity for students who are interested in gaining real research experience in criminology.

Any interested undergraduate students should email Dr. Wade Jacobsen (wcj@umd.edu) with a 200-word statement about why they are interested in the opportunity and how it would help them in their academic and career goals. They should also be prepared to show evidence that they meet the requirements for an independent study. These applications are due by Friday, September 12 at 12pm EST.

Any questions may also be directed to Dr. Jacobsen (wcj@umd.edu).