Associate Deputy of Facility Programming

Job Responsibilities
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.
JOB PURPOSE:
Develops, implements, administers and monitors facility programs at the five (5) secure facilities. This includes all recreation, behavior modification, incentive programs visitation, youth work programs, Store of Hope, Insiders, Chaplaincy, and Classification. Supervises, manages and provides leadership and guidance to staff in this area.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops, implements, administers and monitors facility programing for recreation, behavior modification, incentive programs, visitation, youth work programs, Store of Hope, Insiders, Chaplaincy, and Classification Services.
Constantly evaluates and assesses programming for the needs of each facility and the agency by making adjustments as deem necessary.
Ensure comprehensive scheduling, adequate training and appropriate distribution of resources to include staff, volunteers, mentors, etc.
Serves as member of the division's leadership team by working collaboratively across divisions to ensure that operations reflect the agency's mission and philosophy.
Implements an effective youth behavior modification system that positively impacts youth behavior and that meets requirements of the DOJ settlement agreement by the specified deadlines.
Works with the designated consultants to develop, train staff, and implement the new system agency wide.
Tracks and documents system effectiveness and make adjustments as necessary.
Provides management, leadership, and supervision to all programming and services staff at all facilities.
Regularly reviews and assesses staff's quality and quantity of services provided to youth. This includes regular supervisions with direct reports and quality assurance metrics to ensure the programs meet the needs of the youth we serve.
Utilizes the agency's EPMS system and provide ongoing performance feedback to staff.
Responsible for ensuring effective monitoring of all fiscal, budgetary, human resources and personnel matters within the area.
Ensures policies and operational procedures are current.
Ensures all programs are in compliance with agency, state and federal law.
Ensures ongoing communication with the Deputy Director for division updates.
Ensures the development and implementation of a comprehensive classification system that supports and monitors appropriate housing assignments and placements based on identified youth needs. This may include psychological, medical, physical, and other factors. Interprets and accurately complies with court orders, state codes and other guidelines and regulations.
Performs all other related duties as required to meet the agency's mission.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of agency's mission, programs and objectives.
General working knowledge of the SC Juvenile Justice System.
Knowledge of residential therapeutic treatment programs designed to rehabilitate youthful offenders.
Ability to develop and implement variety of programs.
Ability to provide technical assistance and management to programming staff at facilities.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with various stakeholder groups involved with juvenile justice and incorporate them into facility programing.
Ability to manage, supervise and provide guidance to a variety of staff with different skill levels and responsibility.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing and to make presentations and prepare written plans and reports.
Under general supervision of the Deputy Director, manages all operations of the assigned area with ongoing feedback and utilization of the EMPS system.
This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
This position requires some travel between the five (5) facilities.
Respond to emergencies as necessary.
This position will require after hours, weekend and holiday work to ensure youth at secure facilities have appropriate programming 365 days a year.
Note : If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Salary may vary depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of a college degree(s) at the time of the interview.
Documentation must be an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or a Letter of Verification of Degree from the institution's Registrar's Office. If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy on or before the HR processing date.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor's degree and a minimum of eight (8) years experience in a correctional setting, law enforcement, business administration, or management with four (4) years of supervisory experience.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry before an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please explain any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance , which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options , including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program , which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits , including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
I understand that I will accept an initial duty and workday/shift assignment, which may be changed to meet the needs of DJJ. If selected for this position, are you available to rotate shifts, i.e. nights, days, weekends, holidays, on-call?

• Yes
• No

02
I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents, and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

• Yes
• No

03
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral or in any other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation please contact the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5600. The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

• Yes
• No

04
How did you hear about this position?

• SC Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
• Career Fair
• SC Works
• Indeed.com
• DJJ Employee
• Other

05
If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.
06
If you answered "Other" , please tell us how you learned of this position.
07
Do you have a valid SC driver's license?

• Yes
• No

08
Are you at least 21 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

09
Do you have a bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience?

• YES
• NO

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Have you experienced working with youth offenders or at-risk youth in a correctional setting? If yes, how many years??

• No experience
• Less than one year
• 1-2 Years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

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Do you possess at least four (4) years of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please explain your experience preparing reports, plans, and presentations.
Required Question
Agency
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Juvenile Justice
Address
P O Box 21069
4900 Broad River Road, Building 2007
Columbia, South Carolina, 29221-1069
Phone
803-896-5600
The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.