Juvenile Justice Specialist

This position exists to plan and develop relevant juvenile justice program policy and procedures, administer youth programs funded with federal juvenile justice funds, and coordinate all activities concerning the juvenile justice program including: staff support to the Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee (JJAC), compliance monitoring, disproportionate minority contact, and liaison duties with federal, state, and local representatives relative to federal juvenile justice programming.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three* (3) years of professional level experience in juvenile justice issues.  

Experience to include the following:

• Knowledge and experience in the planning, development and implementation of programs related to juvenile justice issues
• Knowledge and experience with qualitative and quantitative analysis sufficient to research topics, evaluate program results and recommend changes in policy and program design
• Experience managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks with high attention to detail
• Ability to identify problems and develop creative solutions
• Budget and/or grants administration experience
• Excellent written and verbal skills; including the ability to synthesize complex information, write reports and procedures sufficient to communicate effectively to diverse audiences and speak in public
• Computer skills, including proficiency with Power Point, Excel and Microsoft Word
• Human relation skills sufficient to build and maintain positive relationships among professional colleagues, criminal justice professionals and community stakeholders
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities

*A bachelors degree or higher may substitute for one year of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the juvenile justice system in Minnesota
• One year or more of experience with grant management
• Ability to research, analyze and interpret state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others, and moving and transporting light objects frequently.  Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods of time

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:

1) criminal history

2) reference check

3) drivers license check

Application Details

How to Apply 

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept 

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

Working together to improve the state we love. 

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? 

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits 

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include: 

• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• 12 paid holidays each year 
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans 
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children 
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care 
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.