Juvenile Justice Director

The Juvenile Justice Director is a member of the Adolescent Services Unit (ASU) within the Family Services Division of DCF. The JJ Director plans and implements juvenile justice system improvement and practice throughout the state. The JJ Director facilitates monthly Youth Justice Work Group meetings which is comprised of Family Services staff to create policy, analyze data, share information with key stakeholders and plan for the delivery of statewide youth justice practice. This role has responsibility to manage and support the Balanced and Restorative Justice Programs (11 Contracts), and the Orbis contract for YASI CaseWorks.

Additional duties of the JJ Director include:

* Development of policies and legislation for more effective response and interventions to at-risk and justice involved youth.
* Support to all districts related to juvenile justice operational practices, through monthly meetings with each district, case specific consultations, and review of any court reports/filings as needed.
* Consultation on juvenile justice legislation, policy and practice for Central Office staff as well as field staff.
* Development and maintenance of DCF infrastructure and program development for supporting community juvenile justice systems throughout the state.
* DCF Liaison with the Judiciary, Department of Corrections, Juvenile Defender, Court Administrator's Office, State's Attorney and Sheriffs Association on juvenile justice.
* Development and implementation of training at local, state and national level on Vermont's juvenile justice system and reform.
* Serve as the DCF representative that works with the Director of Classification and Facilities, Department of Corrections to decide if a young person who has Youthful Offender Status requires detention in an adult facility to ensure public safety.
* Consults and reviews Court reports on all cases where a youth/young adult is seeking Youthful Offender status.
* Developing and managing the planning of the annual Youth Justice Summit.

While this position is based in Waterbury there is an opportunity for a hybrid (in office/remote) schedule.

This position, Juvenile Justice Director (Job Requisition #52201), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contactlindy.boudreau@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Duties are performed in a variety of office and field settings. Private means of transportation must be available for necessary travel. Attendance at a variety of meetings is required, involving state, federal, private agencies or interest and advocacy groups, sometimes during evening and weekend hours. Strong, emotional and conflicting opinions may be encountered which must be constructively channeled. Tact and perseverance are necessary incumbent traits.

Master's degree, preferably in a Human Services related field, and three years' experience in youth justice, social work, teaching or criminal justice.

OR

Bachelor's Degree preferably in human services related field and five years' experience in youth justice, social work, teaching or criminal justice.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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