Manager A - Youth Justice (Juvenile Court)

Position Summary

Plans, supervise, coordinate and manage the activities of all assigned personnel in the Youth Justice Division of the Juvenile Court of Memphis and Shelby County.

Pay Grade: 55

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) years’ experience in project management and control of which two (2) years working in a supervisor or managerial capacity in a criminal justice setting; AND
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in human services, sociology, criminal justice or a closely related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs management responsibilities in accordance with policies and procedures, including hiring, training/development, performance appraising, discipline, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Develops and assigns tasks while providing direction and support to assigned staff while ensuring staff compliance with established policies and procedures within the division.
• Collects and analyzes critical program data for change implementation and prepares statistical reports as need
• Monitors the operation and functionality of the courts case management system within the division as well as manage initiatives, including electronic monitoring responsibilities.
• Identifies, recommends, and develops plans and/or gaps to the Administrator/Deputy Administrator.
• Serves as a representative for the division and Juvenile Court.
• Coordinates with other departments/divisions to meet the Court’s goals and objectives.
• Performs budgetary and purchasing functions.
• Reviews and updates the desktop manual.
Perform related responsibilities as required or directed.

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KSA’s

• General knowledge of supervision and personnel management practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of activities supervised
• Ability to coordinate and direct the activities of assigned personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain a system of records relevant to section.
• Ability to issue verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of Juvenile Justice System.
• Ability to plan, organize, and maintain an even flow of work.
• Ability to deal courteously with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and clients and engage in public speaking as required.
Ability to write meaningful reports, case histories and use a computer.

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Special Requirements

• Attendance at meetings and activities on weekends and/or after regular business hours.
• Obtain certification in Juvenile Justice Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths assessment tool.
• Participates in and represents Juvenile Court on various committees as directed.
Must pass a criminal background check.

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Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.