Title: Special Response Team (SRT) Assistant Watch Commander

State Role Title: Security Manager I

Hiring Range: $77,906-$83,288

Pay Band: 4

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 Special Response Team (SRT) Assistant Watch Commander to supervise the special response team's security operations. The SRT Assistant Watch Commander will also provide supervision to the Special Response Team Correctional Specialists to ensure a safe and secure environment for youth and staff. You will be responsible for responding to facility emergencies 24/7 and ensuring all written documentation is complete and accurate. Reviewing and implementing special response team policies, procedures, and post orders consistent with facility needs. Manages duty rosters and assesses available personnel before shift begins to ensure that priority posts are covered per established procedure.

The work hours will be 7 AM - 8 PM with a one-hour meal break. Hours are subject to change due to the needs of the facility, and they are subject to draft. The work schedule assignment is to be determined.

Core Responsibilities: (Not limited to)

• Administrative Duties-HR Management - 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. Monitors/maintains a current accurate roster of all staff assigned to shift. Ensure appropriate coverage of posts is outline in approved Post Audit and Daily Duty Roster. Manages time keeping procedures for the shift and scheduled staff to ensure minimal overtime is paid.
  
• General Juvenile Record/BADGE Duties - Promptly and accurately document BADGE and other juvenile information in accordance with DJJ policy and procedure. Handle confidential and sensitive juvenile information in accordance with laws, policies, and DJJ guidance, including encrypting emails containing sensitive information (e.g., §16.1-223, §16.1-300, 6VAC35-160, 6VAC35-170)
  
• Implements PBIS Behavior Management Program - Aligns PBIS expectations to the daily schedule. Gives feedback to youth as they work towards meeting PBIS expectations.
  
• Supervises Special Response Team Operations - Reviews and implements special response team policies, procedures, and post orders consistent with facility needs. Conducts daily inspections to detect possible security breaches and submits reports to the SRT Watch Commander. Report identified problems in a timely manner and implement appropriate corrective action
  
• Supervises SRT Corrections Specialists - Supervises and directs SRT Correctional Specialists in the execution of operations plans. Give appropriate oral and/or written instructions and monitor subordinate staff implementation of post orders, procedures, and directives. Ensure safety requirements are met by regularly practicing safe work habits and monitoring team member’s actions.

• Ability to administer first aid.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently; effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Conduct inspections.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, and mentor staff.
• Knowledge of supervisory techniques, performance management, employee development, and security procedures.
• Ability to guide the security functions, effectively plan and organize, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary team members.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis intervention.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and techniques of security in a secure residential/correctional setting
  
• Experience coordinating with other operational units within a secured setting
  
• Experience supervising team
  
• Demonstrates ability to use appropriate restraint methods
  
• Demonstrates ability to operate security tools and equipment
  
• Experience preparing and reviewing records and reports

Additional Considerations

• DCJS General Instructor Certification.
  
• Defensive Tactics Certification.
  
• Certified Special Response Team Member.
  
• Specialized training to include tactical response, high-risk transportation operations, institutional evacuation operations support, riot/disturbance control, and intelligence gathering and analysis related to gang activity and criminogenic behavior.

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.