Justice Program Administrator

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Justice & Public Safety Cabinet seeks a Justice Program Administrator in Frankfort to oversee ACA coordination and division projects. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience, with a master’s degree substituting for one year.

Telecommuting may be authorized by the agency based on needs and policy. The position is full-time with a 37.5-hour workweek, eligibility for overtime, and a salary range reflective of a Grade 15 pay level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Four years of professional experience in corrections, juvenile justice, criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field.
• Master's degree substitutes for one year of experience.
• Additional experience can substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Serves as ACA Coordinator for the Division, completes special projects, compiles monthly reports, serves on work groups and committees, and maintains community directory.
• Attends trainings and meetings as required, including work groups and committee meetings.
• Compiles community monthly report and maintains community directory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

ACA Coordination

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Advertisement Closes 10/22/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job Title: Justice Program Administrator

Pay Grade: 15

Salary: $48,482.88 - $72,725.28 Annually

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: 1025 Capital Center Drive, 3rd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601 USA. The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.

For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice please visit: https://djj.ky.gov

This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

Responsibilities

• Serves as American Correctional Association (ACA) Coordinator for the Division, completes special projects, compiles monthly reports, serves on work groups and committees, and maintains community directory.
• Serves as ACA Coordinator for the division.
• Completes and, or, participates in special projects for division director as needed.
• Attends trainings and meetings as required, including work groups and committee meetings.
• Compiles community monthly report and maintains community directory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of professional experience in any operation or program within the field of corrections, juvenile justice, criminal justice, law enforcement, recreation, academic or vocational education, health services or education, dietary or food management, construction project management, social work, or a related field.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in corrections, juvenile justice, criminal justice, law enforcement, recreation, academic or vocational education, health services or education, dietary or food management, construction project management, social work, or related field will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kasi Dandy at [e-mail] or 502-303-1815.

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