Juvenile Facility Operations Supervisor - Long Creek Youth Development Center, South Portland.

State of Maine; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, ME, seeks a Juvenile Facility Operations Supervisor who will oversee direct care staff, manage daily operations, and ensure adherence to laws and policies. The role emphasizes humane, restorative care aligned with the Maine Model of Corrections.

The incumbent will coordinate with psychologists, teachers, medical staff, and law enforcement, supervise crisis interventions, review court documents, and manage staff performance to achieve

Qualifications

• No criminal or extensive motor vehicle record.
• Five-year combination of education, training, and/or experience related to Maine's correctional programs, with at least one year in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, directs, and schedules subordinate staff to ensure proper staffing and effective operation of all units.
• Directs, assigns, supervises, and evaluates subordinate staff to ensure proper care, custody, and treatment of residents and attainment of facility goals and objectives.
• Delegates, monitors, supervises, and assists staff in crisis intervention techniques to address behavior and ensure safety.
• Collaborates with Psychologists, Social Workers, Teachers, Medical Staff, and other treatment professionals to provide interventions and services.
• Oversees and operates the facility in the absence of administrators.
• Reviews and verifies court documents to ensure authenticity and legality of admissions.
• Coordinates staff on juvenile care, custody, and treatment expectations.
• Maintains communications with law enforcement and administrators for incidents and information.
• Reviews, develops, and recommends new policies to meet goals.
• Participates in interviewing, ranking, and grading employment applicants.
• Implements HR policies and practices including AA/EEO, recruitment, performance appraisals, and safety.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Corrections knowledge

Education

Basic Corrections Certification

Job description

Juvenile Facility Operations Supervisor - Long Creek Youth Development Center, South Portland.

Pay Grade 23: $59,675.20 - $81,931.20 annually (Includes $2.00/hour Career Incentive and $0.60/hour Institutional Stipend)

Job Class Code: 5218

033003164

Open: November 05, 2026

Close: November 20, 2026

MDOC is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training.

Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, ME, is seeking qualified candidates for a Juvenile Facility Operations Supervisor. The successful candidate will provide administrative and protective services work of a supervisory nature and be responsible for the overall operations and supervision of direct care staff, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, institutional policies, and procedures. Work is performed under limited supervision and must model and exemplify the Mission and Values of the Maine Department of Corrections and the humane and restorative approaches of the Maine Model of Corrections.

We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for great team players, with a professional attitude and well-developed integrity and ethics, to join us in this mission.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience).

• No criminal or extensive motor vehicle record
• A five (5) year combination of education, training, and/or experience which provides knowledge of Maine's correctional programs and/or directly related treatment programs, at least one (1) year of which must have been at a supervisory level including such responsibilities as directing and evaluating staff performance as well as program planning and implementation.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

(These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

• Basic Corrections Certification

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assigns, directs, and schedules subordinate staff on a daily/weekly basis to ensure proper and adequate staffing and effective operation of all units.
• Directs, assigns, supervises, and evaluates subordinate staff to ensure proper care, custody, and treatment of residents and attainment of facility goals and objectives.
• Delegates, monitors, supervises, authorizes, and assists staff in the application of crisis intervention techniques to address the behavior of and control residents who present an immediate threat to themselves, others, and/or the security of the facility.
• Collaborates with Psychologists, Social Workers, Teachers, Medical Staff, and other treatment program professionals to ensure appropriate intervention and services for residents.
• Oversees and operates the facility in the absence of administrators.
• Reviews and verifies court documents to ensure authenticity and legality of accepting a juvenile into the facility's population.
• Delegates and supervises searches for contraband to ensure the lawful seizure, labeling, cataloging, secure storage, and preservation of contraband, and to prevent residents from introducing or possessing contraband.
• Coordinates the responsibilities of and instructs staff on the expectations and responsibilities associated with juvenile care, custody, and treatment.
• Receives, initiates, and coordinates communications with law enforcement agencies and others to provide requested information, request assistance, and ensure effective and efficient resident care, custody, control, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Informs administrators and program managers of incidents and unusual events in order to provide information and documentation necessary to the effective management of the unit and facility.
• Reviews, develops, and recommends new and revised institutional policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure attainment of established goals and objectives.
• Participates in interviewing, ranking, and grading employment applicants.
• Receives and approves or denies requests from residents for work assignments, voluntary seclusion, off-ground activities, etc. to assist residents with personal problems and encourage them to make responsible decisions.
• Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures, and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Well qualified candidates will demonstrate knowledge relating to correctional operations and special populations including, but not limited to:

• Motivation and psychology.
• Legal procedures and requirements.
• Trauma informed practices and the effect of trauma on the resident population, mental illness symptoms, and treatments.
• Effects on functional ability and juvenile resident rehabilitation and treatment programs.

Additionally, well qualified applicants will possess a background which demonstrates competency in:

• Working with juvenile residents.
• Interpreting, and enforcing correctional rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Responding effectively and appropriately in crisis situations.
• Identifying safety hazards, evaluating threats, and taking corrective action in compliance with applicable standards.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to effectively perform responsible, professional, and routine administrative work in maintaining security, providing supervision of staff and residents in a secure setting, overseeing program activities for the shift, and assuming responsibility for operations in the absence of administrative staff.

State of Maine Benefits:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and well-being with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidaysand3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize12 days of sick leaveper year.
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-95%of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28annual value).
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes a percentage of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program– Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental Leave– One of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additionally, unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employeesare eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness.Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodation is provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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