Detention Division Manager - Juvenile Services

Ada County • Boise, ID

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Manages detention programs for Ada County Juvenile Services. Develops, implements, and oversees detention division programming, policy, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations, adherence to the balanced and restorative justice philosophy, application of best practices and current trends, and to ensure the safety, security, health, and well-being of all juveniles in the care of the detention center. Manages the 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week operations of the detention center and leads detention staff including juvenile detention officers, health services staff, food services staff, recreation programs staff, and placement programs staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Public Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
• Three (3) years of previous supervisory/management experience
• Knowledge of the laws pertaining to juvenile court and juvenile detention facilities
• Knowledge of the Balanced Approach to juvenile justice
• Knowledge and understanding of a trauma-informed approach in working with youth in the juvenile justice field
• Knowledge of institutional management practices, emphasizing the care of juveniles in confinement facilities
• Knowledge of strategic planning and policy and procedure development
• Knowledge of effective supervisory and management practices
• Knowledge of conflict management skills
• Knowledge of and experience in working with culturally diverse groups
• Knowledge of literature in the juvenile justice field
• Skill in building consensus with various agencies and officials
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, county and state officials and officials of other entities associated with Juvenile Court Services
• Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations
• Ability to supervise and motivate staff
• Ability to analyze facts and come to logical conclusions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Adherence to the ACJCS Code of Professional Ethics
• Must pass a thorough criminal background check
• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in related field preferred
• Considerable experience working in a juvenile justice setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of the Ada County Juvenile Services executive leadership team
• Oversees detention center programs assuring the safety, security, health and welfare of juveniles
• Ensures development and implementation of long-term and short-term operational performance improvement plans
• Sets operational goals and provides accountability for achieving operational goals
• Implements and maintains a culture with focus on a trauma-informed approach, creating an environment that supports rehabilitation, growth, and resilience for youth
• Manages all detention staff, ensures appropriate staffing levels, evaluates performance and recommends personnel actions
• Develops and provides detention policies and procedures to the director
• Ensures adherence to Ada County Juvenile Services’ policies and procedures, Idaho detention center standards
• Ensures systems are in place to prevent juvenile rights violations and unsafe confinement conditions
• Ensures all security procedures are implemented and maintained
• Assesses detention staff training needs and coordinates proper in-house orientation and on-going training
• Ensures appropriate reports, log entries and computer entries are completed regularly and accurately
• Manages the detention division budget and works in partnership with executive leadership to prepare the department budget proposal
• Initiates consultation and coordination with officials of institutions, state agencies, and other county agencies regarding detention matters and the development of detention programs
• Responds to questions and concerns from parents of juveniles in custody
• Completes special projects as assigned by departmental direction
• Performs related duties as required

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Participation in one of the nation’s best state retirement systems, with 13.98 % employer contribution
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match, plus a 401(k)
• Paid parental leave, life insurance, and robust wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing

What This Job Offers

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