Juvenile Detention Operations Manager

Wayne County Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charter County of Wayne is seeking a Department Manager 2 to lead Juvenile Detention staff and run day-to-day operations at the Wayne County Detention Facility in Detroit, MI. This role covers business and non-business hours, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities include overseeing JDS staff, scheduling, training, and ensuring safety and security across all operational areas. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and supervisory experience in a secure setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or related field
• Three years of experience in a secure correctional setting or child caring institution
• One year of supervisory experience
• Valid State of Michigan Driver's license with acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership of Juvenile Detention Specialist Supervision (JDS) staff.
• Oversee pod management of residential care and youth programming.
• Oversee Operations Shift Assignment Schedules for JDS Supervisors and Juvenile Detention Specialist staff.
• Review and approve log books and operational reports by JDS Supervisors.
• Train and evaluate Juvenile Detention Specialist.
• Plan, supervise and coordinate day-to-day operations including crisis intervention and staffing shortages.
• Supervise and train JDS Supervisors daily.
• Communicate with JDF staff, administrators and community groups.
• Maintain knowledge of services to rehabilitate juveniles and detention care.
• Manage building during non-business hours ensuring safety and security.
• Conduct departmental investigations and disciplinary actions; develop training plans.
• Oversee Master Control, Intake, Admissions, Classification, Transportation, Key Control, Visitation, Medical and Housing Pods.
• Conduct facility rounds to ensure security and proper functioning.
• Submit daily shift reports.
• Transport juvenile residents as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Charter County of Wayne is seeking a Department Manager 2 to lead Juvenile Detention staff and run day-to-day operations at the Wayne County Detention Facility in Detroit, MI. This role covers business and non-business hours, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities include overseeing JDS staff, scheduling, training, and ensuring safety and security across all operational areas. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and supervisory experience in a secure setting.