DJJ OPERATIONS CONSULTANT - SES - 80004010 Date: Feb 13, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 846714 Agency: Juvenile Justice Working Title: DJJ OPERATIONS CONSULTANT - SES - 80004010 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 80004010 Salary: $2,313.59 Bi-weekly Posting Closing Date: 02/22/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) The Department of Juvenile Justice salutes our heroes. We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation's veterans and their families. We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses. THIS IS A SELECT EXEMPT SERVICE (SES) POSITION LOCATION, CONTACT AND SALARY INFORMATION: Location: Circuit 6 – Wildwood Service Center Starting Salary: $2,313.59 Bi-Weekly. (In accordance with current spending restrictions, if the appointment is an internal promotion, the position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee’s current rate, whichever higher.) Contact Person: Melissa Reid, Chief Probation Officer (727) 423-4175 DESCRIPTION: This is a responsible leadership position that ensures the service delivery of probation, day treatment and conditional release services in a Judicial Circuit. The services delivered will be in accordance with federal and state law, Department rules and regulations and all other established by the Secretary of the Department. JOB DESCRIPTION: Provide supervision of units who deliver probation and intake services. Conducts bi-monthly individual conferences with unit supervisors. Monitors the performance of probation & parole services to verify their compliance with federal, state & department guidelines. Establishes consistent procedures of service delivery throughout the circuit. Maintain liaison with the courts, the state attorney’s office, public defenders and law enforcement agencies within the Judicial Circuit. Liaisons with contracted programs performing day treatment services, probation and conditional release functions. Chairs the Circuit Safety Committee. Supervises program staff responsible for the date integrity system for the department, and programs staff responsible for the oversight of day treatment programs to ensure their compliance with department guidelines. Monitors various JJIS reports on a daily/weekly/monthly basis. Liaisons with department personnel in specialized areas to resolve problems and effective utilization of the following areas: Cost of Care Recovery, Inter State Compact, and Medicaid, to resolve problems and ensure that the lines of communication remain open. Chair of weekly detention audit. Supervises the 5 Juvenile Probation Officer Supervisors to ensure the functions are in compliance with personnel policies, fiscal accountability, and general services. Coordinates with the Office of System Innovation to interpret, use, and monitor data related to the innovative initiatives. Uses a data-driven problem solving and implementation model to make informed decisions based on analysis and trends. Informs/educates both internal program areas and external system partners on identified patterns. Works collaboratively to implement system improvement initiatives designed to enhance outcomes for youth and families. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or GED and four (4) years of experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justices (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities,or probation/parole) social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment) or education; OR An Associate Degree from an accredited college or university at the time of submission of the candidate profile and two (2) years experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justices (e.g., law enforcement, courts, correction/rehabilitation facilities, or probation/parole) social services (e.g., child protective services, crisis intervention, foster care/group homes, adoption, or mental health/substance abuse treatment). A valid driver's license is required. This position requires a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. This position requires traveling. Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position. Knowledge of State and Federal rules and regulations. Knowledge of supervisory techniques. Knowledge of Leadership Skills. Ability to problem solve. Ability to maintain relationships with external community, as well as co-workers and subordinates. Ability to work independently, Ability to communicate with excellent communication skills. Knowledge of Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS). Knowledge of Agency and State Policies and Procedures. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience preferably in youth delinquency. A minimum one (1) year of supervisory experience. SPECIAL NOTES: All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks, (state, local and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions. DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility). When identified on a position description, a valid driver's license is required. If initially hired with an out-or-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver's license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/Education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle. All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this vacancy advertisement must be verifiable on your Candidate Profile. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Location: SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33712 Nearest Major Market:Tampa