Superintendent (Chicago)

State of Illinois•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent plans, develops, organizes, controls, and manages programs and operations at the Illinois Youth Center Warrenville, subject to the administrative approval of the Deputy Director. The role develops, recommends, and implements facility-wide policies and procedures; maintains communications with public and private organizations, government officials, law enforcement agencies, and other outside organizations; and supervises staff. The position is based at 100 N Western Ave, Chicago, Illinois, and is fully in-office. The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required, including evenings, weekends, and last-minute assignments, and the role requires 24-hour on-call availability and travel, including overnight stays as appropriate.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a bachelor's degree or advanced degree from an accredited college or university, specializing in criminal justice, education, psychology, social work, or a closely related social science.
At least four years of progressively responsible administrative experience managing projects or people in a public or business organization.
At least two years of specific experience serving adolescents or young adults involved with the legal, child welfare, or behavioral health system.
Ability to pass an Illinois Department of Corrections/Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice background check.
Ability to pass a drug screen; use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, is prohibited.
Ability to travel for work, including overnight stays as appropriate.
Ability to work required overtime, including evenings, weekends, and scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute assignments, and to serve in a 24-hour on-call capacity.
Comply with applicable revolving-door restrictions and required Statements of Economic Interest.

Nice To Haves

Management experience in a juvenile justice secure facility or another residential setting.
Management experience in a collective bargaining environment, including managing staff under a labor contract.
Experience delivering trauma-informed services to adolescents or young adults.
Knowledge of juvenile justice best practices, including community-based alternatives to incarceration, Prison Rape Elimination Act requirements, and strategies to reduce confinement.
Knowledge of behavioral health care, including adolescent brain development and trauma, crisis intervention, and individual and group skill-building modalities.
Experience with 24/7 on-call duties and crisis management.

Responsibilities

Plan, administer, and direct overall facility operations and program activities.
Serve as a full-line supervisor.
Formulate and implement institutional directives, policies, procedures, and objectives governing employee and youth activities.
Inspect facility grounds, buildings, and equipment for safety, security, sanitation, efficiency, and maintenance to ensure operational effectiveness.
Maintain required records.
Consult with court and law enforcement officials and other agencies or specialists regarding the care and custody of youth.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the position.