Deputy Director of Criminal Justice Services

Overview

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the community and have a strong desire to help others make positive changes in their lives? Are you optimistic, able to make sound decisions, and manage your time efficiently? Do you have experience leading a team of professionals through organizational change, and a belief in working collaboratively to ensure people receive the best services?

If you answered yes and have a passion for empowering others to achieve success and helping them improve their individual growth, come join a team that values creativity, quality service, integrity, accountability, and teamwork, and take your career and leadership skills to the next level. Make Prince William County Criminal Justice Services your place of employment! We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual with exceptional interpersonal skills for a Deputy Director to assist the Director and work with the Leadership Team to manage and oversee the daily operations.

Prince William County Criminal Justice Services is an Evidence-Based Practices Agency. It is a fast-paced, growing, family-style organization that promotes public safety. We strive to reduce victimization, break the cycle of crime, and contribute to community restoration by incorporating the use of Evidence-Based Practices to assist those under our supervision to make positive changes in their lives.

In this position, you will provide leadership, coordination, and oversight at the systems level, and carry out policies, directives, and procedures of the Board of County Supervisors, the Department of Criminal Justice Services, and the Supreme Court of Virginia. You will interact regularly with key stakeholders in the local criminal justice system and oversee mid-level supervisors in the agency. You will work to ensure that the agency is in compliance with all applicable State laws, Department of Criminal Justice Services and the Supreme Court of Virginia policies and procedures.

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 8 years of experience related to community corrections, probation/pretrial services, including at least 2 years of progressively responsible management and supervisory experience.

The Deputy Director must possess strong leadership and communication skills and is expected to demonstrate sound judgement. and have the ability to multitask.

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in criminology, psychology, social services, counseling, or a related field, and 8 years of experience related to community corrections, probation/pretrial services
• Experience in the supervision of clients in the community; case management, conducting risk assessments and making referrals upon identified needs, strong customer service skills, making presentations, working with individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System, and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
• Progressive management and leadership experience, strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, comprehensive knowledge of best practices and evidence-based services, and must be person-centered
• Special Requirements (if applicable):
  Background check required

Monday – Friday (some evenings/weekends)

$ to $165,000 Annually

Prince William County is the 2nd largest county in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and is a growing, diverse, and dynamic community located within easy commuting distance from Washington, D.C. and the Northern Virginia area. We are an organization that works together to make Prince William County a community of choice. We are a continuous learning organization, providing no-cost access to training and career development opportunities.

We offer comprehensive, affordable health care options and other benefits to include:

• The Virginia Retirement System
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Enhanced Parental and Medical Leave programs
• Coverage of infertility treatments
• "Out-of-network" ground ambulance coverage
• Retiree health insurance credit benefit of $6.50 x years of service (maxed at 30 years)
• Flexible spending programs
• Employee…