Job Description

Description

As the Juvenile Court Programs Manager for Probation you will plan, coordinate, and direct the overall operations of Juvenile Probation services. You will work with Juvenile Probation Supervisors to ensure that youth and families are being served with programs and case management that minimizes recidivism and promotes positive youth engagement in the community. Working with community partners, judges, and other Superior Court administrators, you will coach, lead, and inspire the Probation team.

SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

To thrive in this role, you must have an understanding of the work of Juvenile Probation Counselors, and know the processes impacting court-involved youth and families. You will need excellent communication skills and effective management skills.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE/TRAINING THAT SUPPORTS YOUR SUCCESS

A college degree in social work, criminal justice, or a related field will contribute to your success. Experience as a juvenile probation counselor, or providing direct services to court-involved youth will help you understand the requirements of the position.

We are proud to offer an outstanding package to employees and their dependents.

You\'ll get PERS retirement contributions, excellent medical, dental and vision insurance, with long-term disability, life insurance, and more.

We provide:

• 40-hour work week
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave and vacation
• 2 bonus floating holidays

Selection process:
Applicants must electronically submit an application through Snohomish County\'s NEOGOV site. A resume and cover letter are required.

When your application is complete, verify the information and make sure there is nothing missing. Click on APPLY & SUBMIT and then click on CHECK APPLICATION STATUS.

If you have problems with your application please contact NEOGOV Applicant Support at 855-524-5627.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Superior Court\'s Human Resources team at SSC-HumanResources2@co.snohomish.wa.

BASIC FUNCTION
To plan, coordinate, and manage programs of Juvenile Detention Services or Juvenile Probation Services of Superior Court.

Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES * Plans, coordinates and manages administrative operations and program activities within Juvenile Detention Services or Juvenile Probation Services; coordinates divisional activities with the Courts, Detention, Probation, Prosecuting Attorneys Office, law enforcement agencies, and other agencies and facilities.

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the work of subordinate employees; participates in and makes recommendations concerning the hiring, discipline, transfer, and termination of employees; advises, assists and trains employees.
• Reviews staff decisions in relation to department policies, procedures and objectives; provides guidance in crisis management and conflict control and resolution methods between supervisors and line staff; manages training program for new and existing divisional staff.
• Develops recommends and implements divisional program objectives, operational policies, procedures and work standards; analyzes current practices to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, labor agreements, department standards, court standards and county codes, and grant requirements.
• Develops and plans for on-going programs; manages and coordinates programs and projects to achieve goals within budgeted funds and available personnel; oversees and coordinates programs plans, future needs, goals and objectives.
• Participates in the development of the department budget as necessary, and/or makes recommendations, monitors and authorizes expenditures; prepares grant applications and reports, compiles necessary data.
• Coordinates program services with other department units, outside agencies and municipalities; participates in negotiating contracted services and preparing contracts.
• Screens and authorizes volunteers and professionals, including student interns, who work within Juvenile Detention Services or Juvenile Probation Services; provides oversight and supervision done by volunteers.
• Performs related duties for the Assistant Administrator for Juvenile Court Operations in his/her absence.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES * Serves as a member of department\'s management team.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor\'s degree in social services, human services or a related field; AND, four (4) years related work experience; AND, one (1) year experience in supervision; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or training that provides the knowledge and skills. Must pass job related tests.

Washington Association of Juvenile Court Administrators (WAJCA) risk assessment and case management assessment process certification preferred for working in Juvenile Probation Services.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A valid Washington State Driver\'s license is required for employment.

Pass a criminal background investigation, reference verification, polygraph examination, psychological examination and a physical health screen.

Must pass Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission required training within six (6) months of employment.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• WAJCA Risk Assessment Tool and Case Management Assessment Process (CMAP) for Juvenile Probation Services
• Washington State "Consolidated Juvenile Accountability Act (CJAA)" targeted interventions for Juvenile Probation Services
• juvenile behavior patterns
• the juvenile justice system probation and detention operations
• principles and practices of program administration and planning
• supervisory techniques
• grant writing and budgetary applications
• principles of counseling methods
• computer usage with various hardware and software
• literature, trends and development in the criminal justice and social services area

Ability to:

• supervise, coordinate and evaluate the work of subordinate employees
• establish and maintain effective working relationships
• respond effectively in crisis and emergency situations
• conduct public presentations to small or large groups
• communicate effectively orally and in writing
• plan, coordinate and organize the operations of the program
• apply counseling and crisis intervention techniques
• effectively keep accurate records and write reports
• use computers with various hardware and software applications
• effectively relate to juveniles from a variety of social, economic, ethnic and racial backgrounds
• read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations and legislation including county personnel rules and labor agreements
• build effective teams.

SUPERVISION

Employees in this class report to an Assistant Administrator. The work is performed with considerable independence in accordance with established policies and procedures, broad policy statements, and/or general goals and objectives. The employee supervises the work of subordinate level employees.

WORKING CONDITIONS

JUVENILE PROBATION SERVICES: The work is performed in the usual office environment. The incumbent may encounter highly emotional and stressful situations.

JUVENILE DETENTION SERVICES: The work is performed in the usual office environment as well as in a secure juvenile detention facility. The incumbent may encounter highly emotional and stressful situations. The incumbent may rotate on-call duties during off duty hours. The incumbent may be expected to respond to inquiries incidents or emergent situations at any time.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
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County Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Commuting Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
• Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred Compensation 457(b)
• Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
• Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

• Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these

for medical insurance. The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance. * Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay
for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County\'s contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned. Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County\'s to learn more.

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