Court Service Unit Director (D1401)

Title: Court Service Unit Director (D1401)

State Role Title: Probation Manager II

Hiring Range: $103,121 - $109,430

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: 14th Dist. Henrico

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

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

This posting is open to current employees of the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice 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 CSU Director provides leadership to and manages the operations of the court service unit, manages human and capital resources, and ensures the proper application of all pertinent policies and procedures according to departmental, state, local and judicial requirements. Collaborates with local stakeholders, community partners, and the judiciary.

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:
• Considerable knowledge of federal, state, local, and public laws and ordinances relating to criminal justice
• Considerable experience managing or supervising a unit or multiple employees to include personnel management and leading organizational goals and practices
• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively and establishing collaborative relationships with all levels of staff, partner agencies, and community stakeholders
• Experience overseeing the administration and evaluation of criminal justice practices and program models
• Knowledge of evidenced-based practices within criminal justice programming
• Knowledge of budgeting and procurement practices
• Working knowledge of MS Office programs

Additional Considerations

Additional considerations include the following:
• Progressive supervisory experience in a juvenile court service unit setting
• Budget management experience
• Experience utilizing automated case management systems

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.
You will be provided an email 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. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License:
A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the en