OCJ - Director of Juvenile Services
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Management
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Overview
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
DIRECTOR OF JUVENILE SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
GRADE: 24
SALARY: $260,000 OR COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
LOCATION:
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
POSTING CLOSES: 5PM TUESDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2026
Under the direction of the Chief Judge, the Director of Juvenile Services (Director) is a senior executive leader who provides system-level oversight of the Juvenile Probation and Court Services Department (Juvenile Probation) and the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC). The Director establishes performance standards and accountability mechanisms; evaluates and holds the Superintendent of the JTDC and the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer accountable for compliance, quality, and outcomes;
and drives cross-departmental strategy, policy, and culture change consistent with best practices, including trauma-informed and trauma-responsive approaches, applicable laws, and court requirements.
Within one year of hire, the Director will lead a comprehensive strategic planning process for both departments and submit a final strategic plan to the Chief Judge, and will provide annual public-facing progress reports thereafter. The Director must complete a leadership course of study or training related to youth and juvenile justice confinement within the first year of employment approved by the Presiding Judge of the Juvenile Justice Division.
Principal duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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