Date Posted:

November 21, 2014

Salary:

Hiring Range: $75,480-$83,028 annually

Description:

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting to fill our Superintendent of Institutions position within the Probation Department. The Superintendent of Institutions oversees all operational and administrative activities of the Tri-County Juvenile Hall and Youth Guidance Center Facilities without direction except as new or unusual circumstances require. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Direct, monitor and evaluate the safety, operations and programs at the Youth Facilities; Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations; Direct, and evaluate medical, counseling, educational and vocational programs; Monitor the effectiveness of operations on a continual basis; Conduct studies and reviews; Prepare reports and presentations; Assure compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement; Participate in quarterly Oversight Committee meetings; Develop the Youth Facilities’ budgets; Coordinate with other county departments, outside organizations and federal, state and local agencies; Develop and implement short– and long-term goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Juvenile Detention Division; Plan, organize, administer, review and evaluate the work of staff; Oversee or provide for the selection, training, professional development and discipline of staff; Develop and maintain effective relations with the Oversight Committee and other local agencies and community groups.

The ideal candidate will have the following knowledge, skills and ability:
Highest ethical standards–a person of exceptional character who routinely earns the confidence and trust of others; Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a diverse group of individuals; Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the operations of detention facilities; Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including strategic planning, goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation; Knowledge of governmental budgetary practices, including purchasing; Skill in positive personnel management directly and through subordinate levels of supervision; Skill in evaluating program operations, defining problem areas and implementing effective solutions; Ability to be an innovative and independent thinker with creative problem-solving approaches to respond to programmatic and budgetary challenges; and the ability to be flexible, pragmatic, candid, and able to develop a professional prominence.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice, Criminology, Child Development, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling or a related field and five years of increasing responsible experience in a detention facility or law enforcement work which has included two years of project/program management and development, budget preparation and/or the supervision of peace officers.

Preferred Requirements: In addition to the minimum, additional years of management experience within an institutional setting.

How to Apply:

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants are REQUIRED to submit a Yuba County Application (rev 08/14). For a detailed job announcement, application, and further instructions visit www.co.yuba.ca.us or contact Yuba County Human Resources, 915 8th Street, Suite 113 Marysville, CA 95901 Phone: (530) 749-7860 Fax: (530) 749-7864

EOE

Filing Deadline:

Open until filled – First Cut-Off Date 12/19/14