Deputy Division Director - Juvenile Division
Deputy Division Director - Juvenile Division
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Summary
- This position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by Sunday May 25 2025 will receive first consideration in the process.
The King County Department of Adult & Juvenile Detentionis seeking an inspired and talented leader with the vision knowledge skills and drive to advance trauma-informed developmentally tailored and culturally responsive services. The candidate will be committed to partnerships that promote and expand alternatives to secure detention prioritizing community safety youth care and well-being all with a focus on our commitment to racial equity.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTThe Deputy Division Director Juvenileserves in a key leadership role and is integral to coordinating and managing all division intra-governmental relations serving as a liaison for a variety of legislative and policy issues and maintaining effective collaborative working relationships with elected officials other criminal justice agencies community partners labor representatives courts and other King County agencies. This role provides oversight of the Juvenile Division which includes Secure Detention Health Services Food Services and Juvenile Community Programs. This position requires a keen understanding of the strategies and tactics necessary to operate and lead a juvenile detention facility as well as a commitment to embrace best practices for detained adolescents. The ideal candidate should be innovative and prepared to be mission-driven data-informed and laser-focused on safety security and expending opportunities for positive youth development. This role requires a self-starter with a strong business acumen a keen attention to detail commitment to build alliances and partnerships ability to work in a fast-paced environment and strong grounding in juvenile detention administration.
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is a King County Executive branch department with five divisions and approximately 900 budgeted employees supporting two adult detention facilities housing approximately 1500 adult residents a 112-bed juvenile detention facility alternatives to secure detention various community supervision programs and administrative services. The juvenile detention facility houses youth between the ages of 12-17 with an average daily population of 61 youth in 2025.
DAJD MISSION: We provide in-custody and community-based services that are data informed advance safety lead system change and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve.
DAJD VISION: We lead the Nation in providing exemplary services that transform lives.
DAJD PRIORITIES
- Ensure safety and security of staff and residents.
- Recruit develop support and retain staff.
- Promote opportunities to humanize the people in our facilities and programs.
- Strengthen community connections.
- Manage operational risks.
- Effectively manage resources and drive continuous quality improvements.
To learn more about DAJD please visit our website at: TO EQUITY RACE & SOCIAL JUSTICE
As the only county in the United States named after one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nations history Martin Luther King Jr. County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the artistic and social traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices strategies and policies that promote fairness justice and opportunity for all in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change.
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a Bachelors Degree in counseling social work social science criminal or juvenile justice psychology or a related field;ANDEight (8) years of full-time increasingly responsible experience of which six (6) years of experience must be in a supervisory or management capacity providing leadership administration development implementation and evaluation of department services;ORAny equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the required knowledge skills and abilities to perform the work.
A valid Washington State drivers license or the ability to travel throughout the Countyin a timely manner(by time of hire).
Demonstrated history of strong problem-solving skills within a complex multifaceted organization promoting strong and sustained professional relationships with employees and partners.
Excellent organizational and task-monitoring skills.
Knowledgeable of and committed to equity and social justice initiatives.
Able to be flexible and adapt as required while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment.
Possess strong ability to navigate through conflicting stakeholder and community partner perspectives.
Desirable candidates willpossess:
Direct experience managing juvenile operations supervising an alternative to secure confinement program or work experience within a wide range of criminal justice systems.
General knowledge of personnel humanresourcesand union issues.
A broad-based knowledge of detention operations incident management and detention policies
Understand industry standards and risk/liability issues inherent in detention facilities and training requirements for staff.
Knowledgeable of current andpossible futurepolicies practices and trends within the Juvenile Detention field including trauma informed principles and the role of a public health approach in strengths-based programming.
Knowledgeable of adverse childhood experiences and the effect of complex trauma on brain development and behavior.
Supplemental Information
COMPENSATION & HOW TO APPLY
This exciting opportunity is open to all applicants. The salary for this position in 2025 has a range starting at $158297 up to a top end (based on experience) of $199321 annually and includes innovative and award-winning medical dental and vision insurance as well as a robust leave package. To see all of King Countys benefits please visit our web site at you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are REQUIRED to be considered for this opportunity:
- Completion of the entire online King County application including education history work history position duties and answers to the supplemental questions
- Resume
- Cover Letter-detailing your background and describing how you meet or exceed the requirements of the position.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Application submittals without resumes and cover letters attached are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. The selection process may include but is not limited to: evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions interviewing background check and assessments.
To apply go to: For assistance with the online application process please contact NEOGOV () Customer Support toll free at: 1-.
UNION REPRESENTATION: This is a Non-RepresentedPosition
WORK SCHEDULE:This position will work a 40-hour workweek. Standard hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However may be subject to change as otherwise negotiated with the successful applicant. This position is exempt under the provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) meaning that it is not eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time accrual and the incumbent will be required to work the hours necessary to meet position responsibilities.
WORK LOCATION:The work associated with this position will be performed primarily onsite at the Judge Patricia C. Clark Family Justice Center at 1211 E. Alder Street Seattle WA 98122. A minimal amount of telecommuting may be allowed. Most of the work time will be onsite in a secured juvenile detention facility. Candidates must be willing and able to report to work at different locations for meetings and events as when necessary. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. A valid Washington State Drivers License is required by the time of hire. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and when working remotely must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The person selected for this position will be required to complete a thorough background investigation process including fingerprinting criminal history check and reference checks.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Questions regarding this announcement or position may be directed to: MJ Wheble DAJD Human Resources Manager II; Phone Number or via email at
WHY WORK FOR KING COUNTY
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington States best employers.
Together with leadership and our employees were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.
Guided by ourTrue North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
