Juvenile Justice Specialist Intern; Ump

JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST INTERN (UMP)

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Job Requisition : 57003
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 06/30/2027
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Class

Title:

JUV JUSTICE SPECIALIST INTERN (21976)
Skill Option: UMP Credential
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Starting Salary as of 7/1/2026: $5,607
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC006 Corrections Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

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All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the Department of Juvenile Justice website.

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

The Juvenile Justice Specialist position plays a key role in facilitating this mission, which is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes.

If you are interested in being part of an environment that is committed to preparing youth for successful reintegration into their communities through programming, treatment, and services while providing them with safety, security, and accountability, we welcome you to apply for the Juvenile Justice Specialist position.

IDJJ is almost always hiring for Juvenile Justice Specialist positions at all of our youth centers!

The Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a compassionate and motivated candidate to assist in the positive rehabilitation of the youth in our care. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a passion for positive change, the ability to apply a high degree of patience with residents and their families, and the ability to confidently develop and implement…