Criminal Justice Services Manager

GENERAL POSITION DESCIRIPTION:

The Criminal Justice Services Manager under organizational direction is responsible for leadership, administration, coordination and management of the following programs:

• Adult Diversion pursuant to SB22-196 and 18-1.3-101 C.R.S.
• Juvenile Diversion as defined in the Colorado Children’s Code (Section 19-1-103(44), C.R.S)
• Pretrial Services as per the Administrative Order 2021-08
• Colorado Alternative Sentencing Program (CSP), Useful Public Service (UPS)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement and review department policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal law, State statutes, industry standards, grant requirements, organizational policy and strategic goals.
• Oversee, request and manage budgets, grants, projects, and financial matters, annually to ensure consistency with the County mission statement and strategic plan.
• Responsible for supervision and management of staff; plan, direct, supervise and evaluate their performance; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; write and conduct performance evaluations; arrange for appropriate training and development; ensure employees comply with applicable occupational health and safety standards, department and organizational policies; compliance with all governing laws; seeks support from human resources department and follows generally accepted human resource laws, policies and protocols.
• Responsible for writing or collaborating on grants through DCJ (Department of Criminal Justice), JAG (Justice Assistance Grant), OJJDP (Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention), and other funding sources.
• Responsible for ensuring cost effectiveness through oversight of program revenues and expenditures.
• Plan and implement short-term and long-term goals, objectives, and strategies for the Department, project, or program to ensure efficient organization and completion of work.
• Cultivate cooperative partnerships with applicable criminal justice agencies and private organizations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the criminal justice system.
• Collaborate with the County Administrator, County Commissioners, and other department heads as appropriate to keep them informed on key issues and operational activities.
• Confer with local and state-wide agencies and local governments; participates in State associations and committees addressing state-wide Criminal Justice issues; prepare and present proposals or position papers addressing system problems and detailing alternatives or solutions.
• Research, develop, and implement Criminal Justice alternative programs to benefit the County and address Delta County concerns as directed.
• Develop revenue sources and implement and recommend supervision and program fees.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with appropriate state and local agencies to collaborate on best practices and solutions.
• Coordinate with other division managers and DCCJS staff to define Department mission and goals; determine strategy for meeting short- and long-term goals.
• Evaluate department effectiveness through Criminal Justice reports, administrative contacts, and program evaluation from clients, law enforcement, and state and Federal officials who oversee programs.
• Responsible for researching, locating, and negotiating Memorandums of Agreement (MOA) with providers required to meet the mental health and substance abuse and other trauma-related disorders for the client population of the Delta County Criminal Justice Services Department. Draft DCJ form 16 for each MOA, per DCJ policy and procedures.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in criminal justice, public administration, social work, political science, or other closely related field is required; master’s degree in related field is preferred.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of recent experience working in the criminal justice system, public administration, or human services field is required.
• Three (3) years of recent management experience is strongly desired, including a history of effectively applying for and being awarded grants.
• Must have demonstrative experience in strategic planning, data analysis, evidence-based practices and program evaluation.

Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,597.00 - $77,337.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Recent Management: 3 years (Preferred)
• effectively applying for / being awarded grants: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,597 - $77,337