Director, Juvenile Justice Center

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the County Executive, is responsible for the overall management, administration and operation of the programs and services provided at the Juvenile Justice Center. Is available on a 24 hour per day and 7 day per week basis to respond to the needs of the Juvenile Justice Center.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: At-will

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is currently 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. However, must be available on a 24-hour basis for calls/visits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops, implements and administers policies and procedures in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations regarding the oversight, care and custody of children at the Juvenile Justice Center.

Ensures appropriate services are provided by the Juvenile Justice Center, including medical and counseling services, and special services for children with severe emotional problems.

Develops, administers and evaluates the effectiveness of programs to reduce delinquent behavior.

Develops the proposed annual Juvenile Justice Center budget; administers the approved Department budget.

Administers the collective bargaining agreements regarding the operations of the Juvenile Justice Center.

Coordinates programs and services, with appropriate County departments and various outside agencies.

Oversees investigation of allegations of institutional abuse and coordinates involvement of outside agencies.

In coordination with Facilities and Operations, conducts periodic inspections of the Juvenile Justice Center to ensure proper building and equipment maintenance.

Directs managerial, professional and support staff.

Ensures all facility staff receive orientation and training that is appropriate to the position and required by licensing.

Analyzes and evaluates the operations of the Juvenile Justice Center and programs for effectiveness.

Operates an automobile while performing assigned job duties.

Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Business Administration, Criminal Justice or Public Administration or other related field.

• Eight (8) years of experience operating a child caring institution or child placing agency

• Eight (8) years of professional experience in childcare and/or treatment institution or social service setting, at least 4 years of which were in a supervisory or administrative capacity

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Business Administration, Criminal Justice or Public Administration

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Juvenile Codes, Juvenile Facility Accreditation Standards, and other statutes, ordinances, and case law pertaining to the care of juveniles

• Planning, budgeting and contracting techniques and practices

Skill in:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to:

• React to emergency situations requiring immediate action

• Develop and analyze financial and operational reports regarding programs, budgets and operations

• Direct, manage and organize the work of managerial, professional and support staff

• Conduct group meetings and make group presentations

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, Administrators, Department Heads, staff, union officials and the public

• Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy

• Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred

• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

• Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment

Office or similar indoor environment: F/C

Outdoor environment: N/S

Street environment (near moving traffic): N/S

Construction site: N/S

Confined space: N/S

Exposures

Individuals who are hostile or irate: O

Individuals with known violent backgrounds: O

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S

Communicable diseases: N/S

Moving mechanical parts: N/S

Fumes or airborne particles: N/S

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S

Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S

Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom   O=Occasionally   F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand:

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S

Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O

Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/S

Crawling (moving about on hands and knees): N/S

Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S

Digging:  N/S

Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: O

Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: O

Kneeling to work at low levels: N/S

Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C

Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another:

Up to 10 pounds: O

Up to 50 pounds: O

More than 50 pounds: N/S

Over 100 pounds: N/S

Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: O

Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): O

Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C

Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C

Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/C

Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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