Resident Rights And Legal Support Manager

Resident Rights And Legal Support Manager

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth. DJJ is seeking a Resident Rights and Legal Support Manager. This position will assist the Compliance and Legal Support Director to coordinate the agency's efforts in defense against civil actions brought against the agency. Provides technical assistance and consultation to the agency regarding compliance with all federal and state regulatory standards that apply to the agency. Vets questions for answers based on policy considerations or liaisons with the Office of the Attorney General on questions that require legal counsel, as necessary. Provides highly autonomous policy advice to all divisions of the agency. Provides oversight of Residents' Rights/Discipline Program and supervises the Human Rights Supervisor and Residential Staff Safety Advocate. The position is responsible for ensuring resident's rights are protected in the resident grievance and discipline process, conducts Resident Accountability Hearings when the Human Rights Supervisor and Human Rights Coordinators have approved scheduling conflicts or conflicts of interest, and manages due process review of certain behavioral infractions for release eligibility. Supports internal process for victim notification in accordance with law and supports the residential staff safety advocacy program. Job responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Ability to work on multiple tasks within tight deadlines and to interact professionally with all levels of staff and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and participate in a team environment is needed, as well as excellent organizational skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to define large-scale problems of unusual complexity and identify solutions and recommendations for appropriate action.
• Develop solutions and recommendations for appropriate action; to draft regulations, legislation, contract provisions, memoranda of understanding, and policy statements.
• Work effectively with agency management, state officials, legislative bodies, policy boards, and/or other non-governmental groups.
• Demonstrated knowledge of court/criminal justice system.

Additional Considerations:

• Considerable experience and/or training equivalent in law and other legal practices.
• Experience in the juvenile court system.
• Experience in a correctional setting.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment. DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is committed to hiring and retaining veterans. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application. Please include your name and the position number in which you are applying along with the DD-214. Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Status Updates/Confirmation: Once you submit your online application, you will instantly receive an application confirmation number. You may use this number to track the status of your application during the recruitment process. Please refer to your account for the status of your application. Updates will not be provided via telephone. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance. Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information:

Name: Bianca D. Stewart Williams, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Phone: 804-588-4410

Email: djjrecruit@djj.virginia.gov