Director of The Opportunity Center
Director of The Opportunity Center
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Position Description
About the Position:
The Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) is seeking an experienced dynamic motivated professional to join our executive team to further transform Juvenile Justice.The Director of The Opportunity Center serves as a key organizational leader responsible for advancing The Opportunity Centers mission through strategic oversight of both external and internal operations.This role provides visionary leadership in strengthening The Opportunity Centers public presence cultivating strategic partnerships and enhancing communication efforts to broaden community impact and stakeholder engagement. Internally the Director leads the development and optimization of organizational infrastructure systems and processes to support sustainable growth operational excellence and programmatic effectiveness. This position plays a pivotal role in aligning day-to-day operations with long-term strategic goals ensuring The Opportunity Center remains a dynamic mission-driven institution.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership and Vision:
- Lead the development refinement and execution of The Opportunity Centers strategic plan ensuring alignment of resources staff and initiatives with the organizations workforce development mission.
- Facilitate the creation and implementation of long-term strategies and performance goals that promote organizational growth and community impact.
- Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate for The Opportunity Center increasing brand visibility and advancing public awareness of its programs and outcomes.
- Cultivate strategic alliances and partnerships with employers training providers community-based organizations and public agencies to expand service reach and improve employment outcomes.
- Organizational Management and Oversight:
- Provide executive oversight of day-to-day operations ensuring high standards of program quality operational efficiency and compliance with applicable funding and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement rigorous systems for program evaluation and data-driven performance tracking to inform decision-making and demonstrate impact to stakeholders.
- Lead mentor and support a high-performing management team fostering professional growth collaboration and accountability.
- Proactively engage alumni funders employers and community partners to sustain momentum and build organizational support.
- Infrastructure and Operational Excellence:
- Strengthen organizational infrastructure to support scalability innovation and consistent service delivery across all programs.
- Promote cross-functional collaboration effective internal communication and a positive inclusive workplace culture that reflects the values of equity and community empowerment.
- Align operational practices and data systems to support strategic priorities and continuous improvement.
- Program Development and Innovation:
- Identify design and implement innovative workforce development initiatives that respond to emerging labor market trends and community needs.
- Drive continuous improvement in program design and delivery ensuring measurable performance outcomes and high levels of participant success.
- Establish clear benchmarks and metrics to evaluate program effectiveness impact and return on investment.
- External Relations and Community Engagement:
- Maintain and enhance relationships with key stakeholders including local state and national partners community leaders funders and policymakers.
- Represent The Opportunity Center in external forums to advocate for workforce development priorities and promote the organizations leadership role in the field.
- Leverage collaborative networks and partnerships to amplify the Centers impact and support systemic change in employment and economic opportunity.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employeryou need special services or accommodations please call or email
- Strategic Leadership and Vision:
Requirements
Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in social work criminal justice education public administration or a related field from a accredited four-year college or university.
Five (5) years of experience in vocational training education workforce development or juvenile justice services.
- Proven track record in developing strategic community partnerships.
- History of grant application and management.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care adolescent development and restorative justice principles.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional communication leadership and organizational skills.
- Workforce development systems vocational education and juvenile justice programming particularly as they relate to underserved or justice-involved youth.
- Principles and practices of organizational leadership strategic planning and program management.
- Trauma-informed care adolescent development and restorative justice approaches.
- Public policy funding mechanisms and compliance requirements relevant to workforce and juvenile services.
- Methods of data collection performance measurement and outcomes-based evaluation.
- Executive leadership team building and staff supervision across interdisciplinary teams.
- Public speaking storytelling and advocacy to promote the organizational mission and impact.
- Communicate effectively with diverse audiences including youth families staff policymakers and community stakeholders.
Additional Requirements:
- Upon receiving a conditional job offer each applicant must undergo a criminal background check a tuberculosis (TB) skin test and a drug screening as well as provide certified copies of their educational transcripts.
- In the event of a declared public emergency by the county staff may be reassigned to different duties facilities or placed under the supervision of another county department.
- Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
- This position involves working with challenging youth where the use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.
- Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Texas Drivers License and carry liability insurance that meets or exceeds the minimum legal requirements.
- This position involves working with challenging youth where the use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.
NOTE:Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
- Masters degree in social work criminal justice education public administration or a related fieldpreferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish or other commonly spoken local languages.
- Experience with federal and state juvenile justice policies and workforce development systems.
- Experience with data-driven program evaluation and reporting.
General Information
About Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD)
The Opportunity Center is part of the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD). The mission of The Opportunity Center is to provide justice-involved youth with streamlined access to support services that decrease risk factors while offering a workforce development solution that can redirect our youth from future criminal justice involvement and empower them to lead self and community transformation.Learn more here.
- Make an Impact:Working for HCJPD provides the opportunity to serve your community and be a positive role model for young people. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can make a positive impact.
- Professional Growth:We are committed to growing the capabilities of our staff by building a learning community where you can work with diverse individuals explore new ways of thinking and expand your skills. Our employees are Juvenile Justice Practitioners who share their knowledge to enhance each others growth.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Monday Friday
This position may occasionally require travel to attend meetings across Harris County outside of standard business hours.
Salary:
- Depends on Qualifications
- Based on 26 Pay Periods
- Plus benefits Includes comprehensive benefits package
Open Position Location:
6500 Chimney Rock Rd Houston TX
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
