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JUVENILE DIRECTOR
Salary Range DH30
INTRODUCTION
This classification serves as director of the juvenile department and performs administrative duties in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all department programs; provide professional advice to staff counselors; serve as liaison between department and child-caring agencies, District Attorney, law enforcement, parents and the public.
EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPAL DUTIES
(Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples.)
l. Develop,
manage,
organize,
implement and
evaluate
operations of
the
department.
Establish
procedures,
policies and
other support
systems for
efficient
operations to
meet current
and long-range
goals.
Establish,
maintain, and
interpret
policy and
procedure.
2. Conduct
legal intake
procedures on
dependency and
delinquency
cases; attend
hearings as
necessary.
3. Lead,
coordinate and
prioritize
work
activities of
support staff
through
supervisors;
offer
assistance as
needed and
determine best
solution when
problems
arise. Train
staff and
ensure
compliance
with
standards.
Final approval
of all
selection,
promotion and
termination of
employees.
Assume
responsibility
for work
performed
within museum.
Establish and
interpret
policy and
procedure.
Oversee
preparation of
legal
paperwork,
court reports,
and
statistical
records.
4. Serve as
liaison
between
department and
child-caring
agencies,
attorneys, law
enforcement,
parents and
the public
when
conferring on
juvenile
matters.
Respond to,
and
effectively
resolve,
inquiries,
complaints or
problems
affecting
services.
5. Prepare and
administer
annual budget;
present to
budget
committee;
monitor fiscal
expenditures
and revenues.
Explore
alternative
funding
sources.
Research,
prepare and
submit grant
applications.
6. Confer with Juvenile Judge on matters concerning department operation and policy and procedure.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIRED BY THIS POSITION
Knowledge of: Extensive knowledge of social work theory, practice and procedures applied to juveniles with emotional or behavioral problems, and appropriate treatment program; thorough knowledge of the judicial system, Oregon criminal and juvenile laws; thorough knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques of effective administration including public relations, personnel management and fiscal management to develop, implement and evaluate programs; considerable knowledge of available child-care resources; skill in dealing with aggressive or emotionally disturbed juveniles. Ability to:
Communicate
effectively in
both oral and
written forms;
formulate and
implement
operational and
administrative
policies; plan,
develop and
evaluate funding
requirements;
prepare and
justify budget
requests and grant
proposals;
plan/consult with
law enforcement
agencies, courts,
teachers, family
members; perform
short and
long-range
financial
planning; analyze
and evaluate
operations and
develop and
implement
corrective action
to resolve
problems;
establish and
maintain record
keeping systems
and reports; make
decisions
independently in
accordance with
established
policies and
procedures,
establish new
policies when
applicable and use
initiative and
judgment in
completing tasks
and
responsibilities;
supervise,
motivate and lead
support staff;
utilize problem
identification and
resolution
techniques; remain
calm and use good
judgment during
confrontational or
high pressure
situations;
courteously meet
and deal
effectively with
employees, Board
of Commissioners,
Judges, law
enforcement, state
and city agencies,
attorneys, shelter
home operators,
juveniles and
their families and
the public.
Education, experience and training:
Masters degree in
corrections,
criminal justice,
sociology,
psychology or
related field plus
six years
experience in
child welfare or
juvenile court
work which
involves
counseling of
youth or juvenile
investigations
which includes two
years in a
supervisory
position OR any
satisfactory
equivalent
combination of
experience and
training. At time
of appointment,
must possess a
valid Oregon
driver's license.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS OF THIS POSITION
This classification is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Board of Commissioners.
This classification supervises support staff through Youth Ranch and Casework Supervisors and has final responsibility for work performed by the department.
GUIDELINES
Work is performed within established department policy and procedures; state and county statutes, rules, regulations, orders, resolutions and ordinances; Juvenile and Criminal Codes; State Child Welfare Laws; management, personnel and financial theories, principles and practices; accepted practices within the juvenile profession; personnel rules. Incumbent remains current on guidelines and utilizes seasoned judgment in interpreting and usage of appropriate guidelines. As department head, can implement or revise department policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular and consistent attendance is required. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Field work involves transporting of juveniles which requires lifting luggage up to 30 pounds. Physical exertion required from time to time while restraining juveniles. A reasonable amount of driving is required.
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