Regional Program Manager (R0301)

Title: Regional Program Manager (R0301)

State Role Title: Social and Community Service Managers

Hiring Range: $130,666 - $145,710

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: http://www.djj.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

This is an AGENCY ONLY posting for CURRENT Department of Juvenile Justice employees only.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Commonwealth positions offer a competitive benefits package, which includes: Fourteen (14) paid holidays, Paid and Unpaid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Family Personal, Parental and FMLA), Health and Dental Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (Counseling), Flexible Spending Account, and Life Insurance.

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

The person in this position will provide direction and coordination for all activities in assigned court service units; develop, implement and monitor program planning for reduced recidivism and improved transition services; and ensures appropriate allocation of services and personnel in support of program objectives. Will also provide direct supervision of court service unit directors in the Newport News, Hampton, Williamsburg, Henrico and Fredericksburg districts. Services as liaison between the court service units and the Deputy Director of Community Programs.

Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, the selected candidate will be required to file a Statement of Economic Interests Form at the time of employment and annually thereafter.

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, selected candidates must possess the following:
• Comprehensive knowledge of the juvenile justice system, case management and juvenile justice program development
• Considerable knowledge of court service unit operations, community programming, and the administration and management principles related to complex juvenile justice program implementation
• Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to the operations of court service units
• Knowledge of human resources policy and procedures; recruitment and management of staff performance
• Ability to develop and plan policies, standards, regulations, goals and strategies
• Ability to interpret data, policies and procedures and make recommendations related to management and operational issues and resource deployment
• Ability to develop appropriate programs; perform project management, comprehensive planning and project implementation
• Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and develop modifications as appropriate
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to direct the work of subordinate staff
• Ability to manage budget and human resource functions
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of management, governmental bodies, and the public
• Ability to represent the Deputy Director of Community Programs and the agency on planning and management issues

Additional Considerations

Additional considerations include the following:
• Extensive and progressively responsible supervisory, administrative, and managerial experience in the juvenile justice system
• Considerable experience in implementing community programs for juveniles

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Documents sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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