Title: Recreation Supervisor

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $63,572 - $67,286

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Bon Air JCC

Agency Website: https://www.djj.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

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.

We are hiring for a Recreation Supervisor who will is responsible for the comprehensive oversight, management, and development of all recreational programming and staff within the juvenile correctional facility. Ensures the delivery of safe, structured, and therapeutically beneficial recreational activities for incarcerated youth, aligning with the facility’s rehabilitative mission, security protocols, and all relevant standards.

Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 11 AM - 8 PM, one Saturday per month, 8 AM - 5 PM

Core Responsibilities: (Not limited to)

• Recreation Supervisor - Expectations are clear, well communicated, and relate to the mission, vision, and goals of the department; staff receive constructive informal and formal documented feedback in a timely manner; requirements of performance planning and evaluation are met within established deadlines and with proper documentation; and employee development is encouraged and fostered.
  
• Administrative Duties-Capital Resource - Oversee the procurement process for recreational equipment and supplies, ensuring compliance with state purchasing regulations and facility budgeting guidelines. Implement and manage an effective inventory control system for all recreation equipment and materials, ensuring accountability and preventing misuse.
  Implements PBIS Behavior Management Program - Gives feedback to youth as they work towards meeting PBIS expectation. Provides PBIS points as prescribed to youth within the facility-wide PBIS framework.
  
• General Juvenile Record/BADGE Duties -Review Account Information access permissions within BADGE and any other data systems/files for each employee at least annually and adjust as needed to eliminate unnecessary access to confidential juvenile information.
  
• Recreation Program Oversight & Development -Direct the planning, scheduling, and implementation of diverse recreational activities (e.g., sports, arts, educational games, wellness initiatives) that are age-appropriate, developmentally sensitive, and contribute to positive youth behavior and skill development. Review and approve recreation activity plans, ensuring adherence to facility policies, safety protocols, and therapeutic goals. Monitor program effectiveness and adapt offerings based on youth needs, participation, and behavioral outcomes. Ensure recreational programming reinforces the facility’s behavior management program components.
  
• Staff Supervision & Development - Provide direct supervision, guidance, and mentorship to Recreation Specialists, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high-quality program delivery. Conduct regular performance evaluations, identify training needs, and facilitate professional development opportunities for the team.
  
• Coordination & Collaboration - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with facility management, security staff, case management, behavioral services, and other departments to integrate recreation into the youth’s overall treatment and daily schedule
  
  

Essential Skills: (Not limited to)

• Directing the planning, scheduling, and implementation of recreation activities, ensuring they are safe, therapeutic, and align with facility goals and behavior management.
  
• Leading, coaching, evaluating, and developing Recreation Specialists, managing their schedules, and addressing performance issues.
  
• Overseeing procurement and inventory of recreation equipment and supplies, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and adherence to budget and regulations.
  
• Building relationships and coordinating with other facility departments (security, case management, education, behavioral services) to integrate recreation into youth treatment plans.
  
• Managing departmental administration efficiently, maintaining records, preparing reports, and utilizing computer software for various tasks.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports, give instructions, and present information effectively.
  
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, youth, vendors, and management.
  
• Ability to handle multiple assignments, prioritize activities, and make sound decisions under pressure.
  
• Skilled in the use of standard office computer software programs.
  
• Working knowledge of adolescent physical, emotional, and social development, and the impact of incarceration on youth behavior.
  
• Working knowledge of institutional procedures, security protocols, and coordination with other operational units in a correctional environment.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring a team
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of recreation program planning, coordination, and implementation
  
• Experience analyzing youth behaviors in a group setting or correctional facility
  
• Considerable knowledge of applying principles of behavior management and positive reinforcement
  
• Experience with procurement processes and/or inventory control

Additional Considerations

• Progressive experience in planning and leading recreational activities for youth in a supervisory role.
  
• Experience in a correctional, residential, or secure facility is highly preferred.
  
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR, or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe

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.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You will be provided an email 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. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.



Reference Check: At least two references' names and contact information will be required from all finalists who advance in the selection process.

Driver License: A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

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.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans:
DJJ is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations: 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. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Contact Information

Name: DJJ Talent Acquisition Team

Phone: Please email your questions to Porsha.Lewis@djj.virginia.gov

Email: Porsha.Lewis@djj.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.