Regional Program Manager (R0401)

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

About The Position

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 services 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 Charlottesville, Alexandria, Loudoun, Winchester and Prince William districts. Serves 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.

Requirements

Experience in the role of juvenile CSU Director
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
Demonstrated 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
Demonstrated ability to evaluate program effectiveness and develop modifications as appropriate
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to direct the work of subordinate staff
Experience managing 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

Nice To Haves

Extensive and progressively responsible supervisory, administrative, and managerial experience in the juvenile justice system
Considerable experience in implementing community programs for juveniles

Responsibilities

Provide direction and coordination for all activities in assigned court services units
Develop, implement and monitor program planning for reduced recidivism and improved transition services
Ensures appropriate allocation of services and personnel in support of program objectives
Provide direct supervision of court service unit directors in the Charlottesville, Alexandria, Loudoun, Winchester and Prince William districts
Serves as liaison between the court service units and the Deputy Director of Community Programs