Asst. Director of Supervision and Services

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Hiring Agency:

Parole Board - Agency 15

Location:

Lincoln Job Posting

Hiring Rate:

$31.662

Classification Salary Range:

$31.66 - $47.49

Job Posting:

JR2024-00007118 Asst. Director of Supervision and Services (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

06-11-2024

Job Description:

The essential purpose of this leadership position is to oversee the Board of Parole operations, daily and to support the work of the parole board and contracted individuals and staff. This position will directly supervise and oversee a group of administrative staff. This individual is responsible for ensuring that the operations-related functions are carried out effectively and efficiently.

The successful candidate will have experience:
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating new programs, policies, long-range goals/objectives, and priorities.
• Working collaboratively with the stakeholders, community groups, law enforcement professionals, and other state agencies.
• Handling employee relations and effectively managing and developing personnel.
• Analyzing systems and programs, workload, and business processes, and evaluating and implementing change.
• Training, education, and guidance related to treatment involving mental health, substance abuse, and a variety of other criminogenic factors.
• Assisting with preparing and monitoring budgets.

 

Job duties

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating new programs, policies, long-range goals/objectives, and priorities.
• Working collaboratively with the stakeholders, community groups, law enforcement professionals, and other state agencies.
• Handling employee relations and effectively managing and developing personnel.
• Analyzing systems and programs, workload, and business processes, and evaluating and implementing change.
• Assisting with preparing and monitoring budgets.
• Oversee and supervise support and administrative staff.
• Maintain and administer all grants.
• Quality Assurance and continuous quality improvement.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor degree in corrections, psychology, sociology, criminal justice, counseling, public administration or a related degree AND four years of professional experience in criminal justice.

 

Other: Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

We are looking for an individual with the following characteristics, skills, and abilities:
An innovative leader who possesses business acumen and the ability to assess current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the Board of Parole. This leader will be proactive about observing national trends and evolving policy based on evidence-based practices and will employ concepts and principles of delegation to align roles and functions consistent with best practices to manage administrative operations.
A composed individual, maintaining professional patience and controlling reactions to circumstances. They will be a consistent mirror of reliability, stability, and maturity, exhibiting an even tone, calm voice, and appropriate body language. They will be able to defend their position without being defensive.
An effective decision maker, taking time to gather all available and relevant data for evaluation before deciding. When problem-solving, they will draw on personal experience, as well as the experience of others. They will be adept at determining short and long-term goals in decision-making.
A champion of diversity/inclusion, embracing opportunities to learn about cultural and generational differences, and providing awareness opportunities to staff. They will demonstrate open-mindedness and respect, without jumping to conclusions. They will provide equitable standards for all staff while remaining observant of potential sensitivities. They will address and respond to issues promptly. They will use diversity as a tool to secure future success.
One who embraces ethics and values and adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times. They will act consistently, and lead by example, being able to articulate how their ethics and values align with those of the Division. They will consistently act following the Code of Conduct Policy. They will stand firm in their convictions (when appropriate) even under pressure to compromise.
A model of integrity and trust, who tells the truth appropriately and helpfully. They will encourage dialog, and appropriate work and others without a hidden agenda, still setting boundaries and respecting the boundaries of others. They will be able to admit mistakes without defensiveness, thu