DUTIES:
- Responsible for supervising the Intake Division and related units, including assigning, delegating, and evaluating staff to ensure departmental goals are met.
- Oversees personnel functions such as hiring, discipline, training, and professional development.
- Develops and implements policies, procedures, forms, and operational standards in compliance with legislative, court, and State Court Administrative Office requirements.
- Consults with law enforcement and other stakeholders regarding juvenile court matters, legal procedures, and case status.
- Oversees delinquency, neglect/abuse, custody, release, and placement decisions, and processes petitions assigned to Intake Referees.
- Develops diversion programs and community-based services for youth and families, including referrals to appropriate resources.
- Maintains and reports intake statistics, supports community collaboration and departmental representation, and administers grants to ensure compliance with funding and reporting requirements.
- Serves as the Juvenile Register of the Family Division and assists with budget planning, preparation, and presentation.
- This description is intended to illustrate the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master's Degree in Social Work, Social Sciences, Business or Public Administration, education, criminal justice or law degree and three years of experience as an administrator and/or supervisor, preferably in a Family Division/Juvenile Court or equivalent, law office administration, or in a public or private agency of comparable size; OR
- Bachelor's Degree in the areas listed above and five years of supervisory experience in the Family Division /Juvenile Court or equivalent, law office administration, or in a public or private agency of comparable size.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- A pre-employment physical, drug screening, background check, and fingerprinting are required.
- Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment.
- This position may require work on holidays and weekends, includes 24-hour on-call responsibilities, and requires availability and accessibility both on and off duty.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of Juvenile Court Intake Division policies, procedures, courtroom operations, and the juvenile justice system preferred, including familiarity with agencies serving youth and families in Michigan and/or Berrien County.
- Proficient in justice system computer applications, recordkeeping, reporting, and budget management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide staff training.
- Experience in grant procurement, administration, and program development preferred.
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Fax: (269) 983-5788
Address: Berrien County Administration Building, Personnel Department, 701 Main St., St. Joseph, MI 49085
