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Job Title:  

ACS Program Coord - South Region - Central Office - Decatur, GA (ADM)

Agency:

Department of Juvenile Justice

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007381

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$50,982.94 - 62,000.00 (BASED ON EXPERIENCE)

Job Description:

Please Note: This position is scheduled to close at 12:00 a.m. on the closing date listed above. Applications must be submitted before that time to be considered. 

 

Job Summary:

Under broad supervision, supervises and supports administrative, and leadership duties of Assessment and Classification Specialist (ACS) staff within the assigned regional territory of the Office of Classification and Transportation Services (OCATS). Performs operational data analysis and reporting in support of management decision making. Identifies trends, discrepancies, and policy variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of unit operations. Partner with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and vendors to address business and operational issues. Exercises various latitudes of independent judgment. Administer or provide high level support for various projects, grants, contracts, implementation of procedures, and/or any specialized functions. Provides overall strategic analysis.

 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervises, coordinates, and evaluates work of assigned staff.
• Monitors, observes and reports on screening committee meetings with emphasis on processes, procedures and outcomes.
• Audits screening packets, case files, variance reports, level of care assignments, and plans of care.
• Ensures agency implemented assessment tools are implemented and staff trained.
• Facilitates and coordinates staff coverage within the assigned OCATS region. Provides orientation, training and support for assigned and/or statewide ACS staff.
• Monitors administrative compliance in a wide range of areas including timekeeping, leave, travel, scheduling, and policy acknowledgement.
• Interviews and selects qualified candidates for vacant staff positions. Coordinates all business and supply management functions of the assigned region.
• Ensures agency's business plan and costs are kept in line with agency priorities. Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Gathers, compiles, analyzes and reports on regional, and statewide operational data and statistics.
• May participate as a member of internal and external committees and task forces to assess policies, procedures, programs, and assessment tools. Completes all required specialized training. (Master Training - SAVRY). 

 

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to work as a leader, coordinator, and effective team member.

• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with all internal and external customers.
• Ability to facilitate effective collaborative team meetings.

• Ability to work on multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.

• Ability to exercise initiative and make independent decisions to ensure policy deadlines are met.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

 

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university AND Four years of experience related to area of assignment.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Criminal Justice,
• Public Administration, or Social Science related field.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Public
• Administration or Social Science related field.
• Two or more years of experience in the supervision of subordinate staff in a human service delivery program.

 

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

 

 

 

 

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

 

THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE

PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION.

ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.

 

DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of professional job-related experience, which includes two (2) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Social Svcs Prgm Consultant 3 (SSP042) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.