PREA Coordinator - Juvenile Justice

State of North Carolina

1d•$58,613 - $75,121

About The Position

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina’s Youth and Families! The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team. The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance, a team-oriented culture, opportunities for advancement, and interesting work. If you are looking to serve others, this is the place for you Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences NC17 Salary Range: $58,613-$75,121 DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources. Management Preferences- (These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.) Experience conducting and developing training materials for a variety of stakeholders Experience administering a program governed by certification and/or lawful standards. Experience with analyzing complex situations to identify root causes and recommend solutions aligned with organizational policies. Experience applying detailed policy guidance to make recommendations about complex scenarios. Job Duties: Analysis Research and External Affairs: The primary purpose of the Analysis, Research, and External Affairs section is to create unified messages for the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention through communication to staff, stakeholders, partners, and the public such that budget priorities, grants and research, policy and special projects are effectively directed towards the same goals and outcomes. External affairs within the section ensures like communication to state legislators, local leaders and stakeholders, and NC General Assembly support staff. This section performs or facilitates analysis of programs, services, and policies; creates strategic partnerships with educational and research entities; creates and trains staff and stakeholders on business analytic resources; and produces or coordinates JJDP legislative reports and research briefs. This section coordinates Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) activities and manages juvenile records requests. The primary purpose of the position is to administer the statewide program to prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse and sexual harassment of juveniles in the care and custody of NCDPS-Juvenile Justice. Work involves the planning and supervising of the technical, administrative, and clerical activities of the Division’s Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) efforts and evaluating procedures to measure performance and to assure efficient and effective direction of services and resources. This position consults with both internal and external program stakeholders, performs public safety related policy analysis, evaluation, and technical assistance; develops, and provides recommendations for agency policies, procedures, and regulatory proposals. The position establishes and maintains contact with senior and division level management to ensure full communication of the program. This position requires a commitment to the safety of juveniles and their right to be free from abuse and harassment, and to trauma-informed principles of care. Additional responsibilities include helping Division Management develop new policies and review existing policies, researching, and gathering data to clarify issues, identifying alternatives, and developing strategies designed to cultivate professional development and aid in the elimination of sexual abuse and sexual harassment per PREA statute and policy. The position may also review and prepare economic and operational impact assessments, and analyses of existing and proposed local, state, and federal legislation and regulations. This position will also lead the development, presentation, evaluation, and approval of program specific training. This position provides training on PREA and special populations. Work Schedule: This is a full-time position. Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. This position does require overnight travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years progressively responsible experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Commitment to the safety of juveniles and their right to be free from abuse and harassment, and to trauma-informed principles of care.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting and developing training materials for a variety of stakeholders
Experience administering a program governed by certification and/or lawful standards.
Experience with analyzing complex situations to identify root causes and recommend solutions aligned with organizational policies.
Experience applying detailed policy guidance to make recommendations about complex scenarios.

Responsibilities

Administer the statewide program to prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse and sexual harassment of juveniles in the care and custody of NCDPS-Juvenile Justice.
Planning and supervising of the technical, administrative, and clerical activities of the Division’s Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) efforts and evaluating procedures to measure performance and to assure efficient and effective direction of services and resources.
Consults with both internal and external program stakeholders, performs public safety related policy analysis, evaluation, and technical assistance; develops, and provides recommendations for agency policies, procedures, and regulatory proposals.
Establishes and maintains contact with senior and division level management to ensure full communication of the program.
Helping Division Management develop new policies and review existing policies, researching, and gathering data to clarify issues, identifying alternatives, and developing strategies designed to cultivate professional development and aid in the elimination of sexual abuse and sexual harassment per PREA statute and policy.
Review and prepare economic and operational impact assessments, and analyses of existing and proposed local, state, and federal legislation and regulations.
Lead the development, presentation, evaluation, and approval of program specific training.
Provide training on PREA and special populations.