The Director is appointed by and serves under the direction of the Lubbock County Board of Judges and is responsible for the executive leadership, administration, and overall operation of the Lubbock-Crosby County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD). The Director plans, directs, administers, and evaluates community supervision programs, services, personnel, fiscal operations, and organizational initiatives in accordance with applicable federal and state law, Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Community Justice Assistance Division (TDCJ-CJAD) standards, and the policies and direction of the Lubbock County Board of Judges.
The Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the Department; ensures the effective and responsible use of personnel and financial resources; oversees compliance, program development, performance measurement, and organizational improvement; establishes and maintains relationships with the judiciary, governmental entities, criminal justice partners, treatment and service providers, and community organizations; and appoints and directs personnel necessary to carry out the functions of the Department in accordance with applicable law and policy.
Must meet the minimum standards for Community Supervision Officers in the State of Texas, as established by Texas Government Code, Chapter 76, Section 76.005.
Must possess progressively responsible experience in community supervision, criminal justice administration, or a closely related field, including demonstrated experience in organizational leadership, program administration, personnel management, and fiscal management.
A minimum of five (5) years of management or senior-level administrative experience within a Community Supervision and Corrections Department or comparable criminal justice agency is preferred.
Must possess comprehensive knowledge of the purposes, principles, operations, policies, programs, and regulatory requirements applicable to community supervision and corrections in Texas.
Must possess knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and standards relating to community supervision operations, employment practices, equal employment opportunity, workplace safety, fiscal administration, and public-sector management.
Must demonstrate executive-level leadership, sound judgment, integrity, professionalism, diplomacy, and the ability to effectively manage complex organizational, personnel, fiscal, and operational matters.
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with the Lubbock County Board of Judges, elected and appointed officials, employees, governmental agencies, criminal justice partners, service providers, and members of the public.
Must be proficient in the use of computers, electronic information systems, and standard business software necessary to perform the duties of the position.
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and maintain automobile liability insurance as required by Texas law. Must have access to reliable transportation and a telephone or other reliable means of communication.
Employment is subject to applicable criminal history and background requirements.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is performed primarily indoors in a professional office environment with a moderate noise level. Physical requirements include regularly sitting, standing, and walking; occasionally bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling; and occasionally lifting and carrying files, equipment, supplies, and other materials weighing up to 20 pounds. Requires visual acuity, hearing, manual dexterity, and other physical abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. The position requires travel to attend meetings, conferences, training, and other work-related activities at various locations.
DISCLAIMER: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Employer: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
