Assistant Director of Programs - Atlanta YDC- College Park, GA

Georgia Department of Revenue • Atlanta, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Programs leads the development and administration of social service, detention, rehabilitative, and related programs designed to protect and promote the social welfare of individuals and communities. The role directs subordinate supervisors and staff and has a large scope of responsibility within the agency.

The position manages the operations and activities of a youth detention center, including custody and security functions, staffing and human resources, administrative activities, budget monitoring, program oversight, compliance, and emergency response. It oversees programs and services such as food services, recreation, volunteer services, medical and dental services, education, behavioral health, and PBIS. The position also oversees the youth grievance process and ensures compliance with PREA and ACA standards in areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university and three years of job-related subordinate management experience in a human service delivery program; or related certification and two years of such experience; or two years of experience at the lower-level Mgr 1, Social Svcs (SSM010), or equivalent position.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with agency staff, facility and office Human Resources staff, and others as required.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise initiative and make independent decisions to meet deadlines and handle priority work.
• Ability to work as a leader, coordinator, and effective team member.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in human/social services or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience working with a juvenile justice agency or program, or in a related field working with high-risk youth.

Responsibilities

• Direct and monitor youth detention functions and activities to maintain the custody and security of youth.
• Identify staff training needs and provide guidance and training.
• Interview, hire, direct, train, and evaluate employees; administer discipline or discharge employees when necessary.
• Manage human resources and direct administrative activities for staff.
• Manage the operations and activities of the detention center.
• Monitor budget activities of correctional facilities.
• Monitor, inspect, and evaluate operations, programs, services, activities, and conditions.
• Oversee or conduct inspections, searches, investigations, and evaluations.
• Respond to crises and provide containment and intervention during emergencies.
• Plan, implement, direct, and coordinate programs and activities.
• Analyze and assess existing programs for efficiency and effectiveness and ensure outcome measures are achieved.
• Meet with direct reports at least monthly.
• Ensure facility compliance with documentation and reporting requirements.
• Build and encourage a cooperative, team-oriented environment with internal and external stakeholders and service providers.
• Facilitate communication at the case level and on procedural and policy matters.
• Plan, administer, and oversee the master schedule and operations of programs, food services, recreation, volunteer services, medical and dental services, education, behavioral health, and PBIS.
• Oversee the youth grievance process.
• Ensure compliance with PREA and ACA standards related to areas of oversight.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• Paid holidays
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Total Rewards programs intended to improve work environment, job satisfaction, and work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager