Executive Director, Juvenile Justice Center

Lubbock County; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lubbock County is seeking a Chief Juvenile Probation Officer (Director) to lead the Juvenile Justice Center and oversee probation, detention, residential, and educational programs. The role requires strategic planning, fiscal management, and strong leadership with a focus on collaboration with judiciary, law enforcement, schools, and community partners.

The Director will supervise personnel, manage grants and contracts, and ensure adherence to applicable laws and department standards while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to criminal justice, public administration, or social services.
• Graduate study in criminology, corrections, counseling, law, social work, psychology, or related field is a plus.
• Minimum five years of related experience with at least three in a supervisory role.
• Must possess and maintain a Texas driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and overall management of the Lubbock County Juvenile Justice Center.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws, department standards, and board direction.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans; monitor performance and budgets.

Skills

Executive leadership

Budgeting

Policy development

Staff supervision

Public speaking

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate study in criminology or related field

Job description

Lubbock County is seeking a Chief Juvenile Probation Officer (Director) to lead the Juvenile Justice Center and oversee probation, detention, residential, and educational programs. The role requires strategic planning, fiscal management, and strong leadership with a focus on collaboration with judiciary, law enforcement, schools, and community partners.

The Director will supervise personnel, manage grants and contracts, and ensure adherence to applicable laws and department standards while