Assistant Principal Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice

Title: Assistant Principal: Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice

State Role Title: Trainer & Instructor III 29113

Hiring Range: $95511 $110678

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location:Bon Air JCC

Agency Website: Type: General Public G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing courtinvolved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth. Position is responsible for assisting the Principal in the planning organization administration and management of the instructional program. Position assists with monitoring of staff creating a safe environment monitoring curriculum and other duties associated with the successful operation of an instructional program. This position reports directly to the Principal.

As a condition of employment the selected individual for this role must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justices mandated training and certifications to include a three week training located in Hanover Virginia at the Virginia Public Safety Training Center. The training is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters Degree. VA Administration and Supervision Endorsement. Instructional and/or leadership experience. Knowledge of content curriculum methods materials and equipment to successfully perform the work. Ability to supervise students facilitate appropriate classroom management and maintain accurate records. Ability to interpret and implement policies. Ability to evaluate data and arrive at sound decisions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel central office staff advocates parents and other support groups. Ability to participate in collaborative decision making for improved teaching and learning. Ability to develop staff with a goal of building teacher leadership capacity. Excellent organizational analytical oral and written communication skills.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of special education law and policy and experience in budget management preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the positions closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail email or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding jobrelated knowledge skills and abilities.
You will be provided an email confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Preemployment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and preemployment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position. At least two references names and contact information will be required from all finalists who advance in the selection process.

Preemployment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License: A valid drivers license is required of DJJ employees to operate a stateowned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to positionspecific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans:
DJJ is committed to recruiting hiring and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military National Guard or Reserve. If applicable please submit form DD214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S. a Lawful Permanent Resident or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race sex color national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status political affiliation genetics or disability in the recruitment selection and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility diversity opportunity and inclusion.

Contact Information

Name: Taylor Mayton

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.