What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Horizon Administration position at NYC Administration for Children's Services?
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $90,000.00 – $100,000.00.
THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMANENT (NOT PROVISIONAL) IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE LISTED ABOVE.
The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement, and programs for youth in the community.
ACS’ Division of Youth & Family Justice (DYFJ) is responsible for oversight and management of secure and non-secure detention services for juveniles awaiting disposition in family and supreme courts, as well as a network of community-based delinquency prevention, alternative to detention, and alternative to placement programs for youth involved in, or at risk for involvement in, the juvenile justice system. DYFJ oversees a wide network of providers throughout the five boroughs that operate placement sites for youth who are adjudicated delinquent and placed by the New York City Family Court as part of the Close to Home initiative.
Within DYFJ, the Office of Juvenile Justice Programs & Services (JJPS) ensures youth are receiving comprehensive and consistent medical, mental health, case management, social and educational services by (a) developing and overseeing ACS’ array of programming/services for court involved youth, (b) strengthening mental health services, (c) tracking data, identifying trends, and implementing effective interventions, and (d) coordinating training and staff development around specific clinical, mental health, and programmatic issues (e.g. LGBTQ youth issues, family engagement, substance abuse, impact of trauma, etc.). In addition, JJPS organizes DYFJ’s family engagement and parent support work, and provides staff training on mental health, trauma, LGBTQ issues, and Commercially Sexually Exploited Children.
JJPS is seeking a Director, Horizon Administration who will be responsible for enhancing operational efficiency and overall effectiveness of the Horizons Juvenile Center. The Director will play a crucial role in the day-to-day administrative management of the facility, ensuring all operations align with our mission to promote positive outcomes for the youth we serve.
The duties and responsibilities of the Director, Horizon Administration will include, but will not be limited to:
Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.
To Apply
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
, $66,067.00 – $216,270.00
THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMANENT (NOT PROVISIONAL) IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE LISTED ABOVE.
The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement, and programs for youth in the community.
ACS’ Division of Youth & Family Justice (DYFJ) is responsible for oversight and management of secure and non-secure detention services for juveniles awaiting disposition in family and supreme courts, as well as a network of community-based delinquency prevention, alternative to detention, and alternative to placement programs for youth involved in, or at risk for involvement in, the juvenile justice system. DYFJ oversees a wide network of providers throughout the five boroughs that operate placement sites for youth who are adjudicated delinquent and placed by the New York City Family Court as part of the Close to Home initiative.
Within DYFJ, the Office of Juvenile Justice Programs & Services (JJPS) ensures youth are receiving comprehensive and consistent medical, mental health, case management, social and educational services by (a) developing and overseeing ACS’ array of programming/services for court involved youth, (b) strengthening mental health services, (c) tracking data, identifying trends, and implementing effective interventions, and (d) coordinating training and staff development around specific clinical, mental health, and programmatic issues (e.g. LGBTQ youth issues, family engagement, substance abuse, impact of trauma, etc.). In addition, JJPS organizes DYFJ’s family engagement and parent support work, and provides staff training on mental health, trauma, LGBTQ issues, and Commercially Sexually Exploited Children.
JJPS is seeking a Director, Horizon Administration who will be responsible for enhancing operational efficiency and overall effectiveness of the Horizons Juvenile Center. The Director will play a crucial role in the day-to-day administrative management of the facility, ensuring all operations align with our mission to promote positive outcomes for the youth we serve.
The duties and responsibilities of the Director, Horizon Administration will include, but will not be limited to:
- Serve as an integral member of the DYFJ leadership team tasked with improving administrative processes and providing necessary support to staff and youth alike
- Partner with the Executive Director of Administration to develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance service delivery and uphold the highest standards of care
- Manage the Housekeeping Unit responsible for daily cleaning of the facility, painting, and laundry services for youth
- Monitor administrative contracts for uniforms, cleaning, personnel, administrative matters and submit procurement requests for new needs and/or renewals, as required
- Monitor and conduct analyses of facility staffing to ensure a balanced allocation of staff across work tours, includes tracking schedules, overtime, extended leaves, etc.
- Coordinate with Horizon counterparts on new initiatives, and process improvement initiatives to ensure uniformity between sites
- Manage performance and learning for the Detention Center which includes coordinating professional development opportunities, ensuring staff attend mandated trainings and supporting the delivery of additional training, as needed
- Ensure tasks and standards, and performance evaluations for all facility personnel are submitted in a timely fashion
- Coordinate with ACS divisions for required repairs, facility maintenance and building security
- Collaborate with ACS Employment Law Unit on disciplinary referrals
- Liaise with ACS Human Resources on timekeeping, workers’ compensation cases, long-term leave, employee clearances, etc.
- Liaise with the NYC Department of Investigation, NYS Justice Center, and NYS Office of Children and Family Services in support of oversight responses and visits
- Support development of goals and metrics for the facility, and monitor and assist with facility operations, programs, and special projects
Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.
To Apply
- Please go to www.cityjobs.nyc.gov or www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID# 689455
- NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED
- NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four years of progressively responsible experience, including one year at the administrative or managerial level in a large governmental agency, business firm, civic or community organization operating in the area of social services; or
- Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and the one year of experience at the administrative or management level as described in "1" above.
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
, $66,067.00 – $216,270.00
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000
