Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) Administrator

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves as the statutorily mandated Administrator to the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) pursuant to § 19-2.5-1201 (6) C.R.S. This position is responsible for analytical decisions for administrative oversight of operational aspects of the JPB, serving as a liaison between board members, the DYS, and the CDHS. The position provides leadership for the JPB, interprets and implements policies and procedures, provides program oversight and management, works with the JPB statutory board to develop and implement policy decisions and statewide parole hearing processes, delivers program structure and guidance, and works collaboratively with the DYS leadership and client managers/parole officers. In addition, this position promotes and leads the procedural functions of the JPB to include ensuring that the work of this unit is completed in a timely and accurate manner, providing coaching and mentoring to staff and board members, and empowering a workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, ethical behaviors, and cohesiveness. Assists the Chair in planning, directing, and the operations of the JPB. Prepares briefings and advises the Chair and the Board on policy issues and new or updated legislation. Prepares operational plans and manages communications. Position provides fiscal oversight, performance management, personnel supervision, policy implementation, and process improvement.

Requirements

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned, equal to seven (7) years.
Full background check and reference check required.
State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
Motor Vehicle Check, if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border.
Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.
Travel to DYS facilities is required at times to conduct parole hearings.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose that information on the application and explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position. Provide your employee number from your prior State employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with youth parole or residential youth centers.
Prior experience managing a legislatively mandated board, council, or commission.
Prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Serves as a work leader for the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) and is responsible for critical decision-making regarding the policy and the business of the board.
Responsible for program management duties, including legislative and budget development and oversight, making recommendations to the Governor for board member appointments, board member onboarding and training; managing and providing leadership to the JPB, creating supportive policies, staff to ensure that training and technical assistance opportunities are available to community partners, board members, and staff.
Makes decisions on how to collect, analyze, and present data regarding board decisions.
Provides leadership, guidance, and recommendations to a statutory board comprised of 5 citizen members and 4 appointees from the departments of Education, Human Services, Labor and Employment, and Public Safety.
Coordinates with the CDHS Boards and Commissions Liaison and the Governor’s Boards and Commissions Office and Legislature for board member appointments and Senate confirmations.
Promotes and leads the procedural functions of the JPB to include ensuring that the work of this unit is completed in a timely and accurate manner, providing coaching and mentoring to staff and board members, and empowering a workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, ethical behaviors, and cohesiveness.
Assists the Chair in planning, directing, and the operations of the JPB.
Prepares briefings and advises the Chair and the board on policy issues and new or updated legislation.
Prepares operational plans and manages communications.
Provides fiscal oversight, performance management, personnel matters, policy implementation, and process improvement.
Provides fiscal oversight of the JPB and VALE grant budgets.
Works with the DCP and Office of Children, Aging and Community Services' Fiscal Officers on yearly budget tracing and monitoring.
Maintains relationships with CDHS Accounting and Budgeting.
Works with Human Resources and the CDHS Controller to report to the PERA Board on compensation for PERA retiree citizen members.
Administers/conducts hearings before the board and controls hearing proceedings (i.e., calling and swearing in witnesses, ruling on evidence, points of order, and admission of hearing attendees).
Advises the board during parole hearings on statutory provisions of Title 19 Colorado Children’s Code, Title 18 Criminal Code, board rules, and policies.
Ensures that JPB hearings are administered correctly, that decisions are appropriately documented, and that victim rights are appropriately applied pursuant to the Colorado Constitution and statutory requirements.
Responsible for scheduling all juvenile parole hearings and ensuring youth are eligible for parole and the length of parole.
Ensures hearings are appropriately staffed and conducted in accordance with statutes and policies governing juvenile parole.
Notifies the committing court Judges, District Attorneys, and Community Review Boards of when a youth is being presented for parole.
Oversees the youth commitment and parole files and victim notification information in accordance with statute and state and federal law.
Manages and provides leadership to a full-time Administrator III #IHA 04943 (Deputy Administrator) and a full-time Administrator III #IHA 05047 (Victim Services Coordinator).
Provides leadership and supervision of the work performed by assigned staff, to include the Performance Management Program; resolves minor disputes and grievances; develops or modifies staffing patterns; approves leave, flex schedules, and monitors work-from-home expectations.
Responsible for identifying and implementing plans to increase staff skills and knowledge and ensuring that staff are highly qualified, are trained in the appropriate curricula, and are provided the opportunity to develop the necessary training and facilitation skills to provide ongoing training in technical assistance.
Provides regular feedback, supervision, coaching, and performance management for these positions with attention to accountability, career growth, professionalism, and the creation of a cohesive and efficient team.
Monitors that staff appropriately document JPB decisions, that victim services are provided pursuant to statutory requirements, and that administrative support is provided in a timely and accurate manner.
Other duties as assigned to support the program and division objectives as directed by the Division Director.

Benefits

PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer-supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center
Employee Wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training, and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (for some positions)