Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) Administrator

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) seeks a hardworking Administrator to lead the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) administrative operations. The role oversees policy implementation, budgeting, and board governance, advising the Governor and coordinating with partner agencies to support parole hearings and statewide processes.

The position requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and the ability to mentor staff while ensuring compliance with relevant statutes and policies.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
• A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned, equal to seven (7) years
• Prior experience with youth parole or residential youth centers
• Prior experience managing a legislatively mandated board, council, or commission
• Prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead administrative oversight of the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB), including legislative and budget development and oversight.
• Schedule and manage hearings; ensure hearings are conducted properly and decisions documented.
• Supervise staff (Deputy Administrator and Victim Services Coordinator) and drive performance management and staff development.
• Coordinate with CDHS and other departments for appointments, staffing, and legislative/board processes.

Job description

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

Hybrid with two days per week in the office.

Schedule: 8-5, with some weekend or evening work for occasional (rare) events.

Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change.

About this Unit:

The Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) is a Type-1 transfer agency with independent statutory authority to conduct parole hearings for all youth committed by the Judicial branch to the custody of the Department of Human Services (CDHS), Division of Youth Services (DYS) system. The JPB members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. The JPB consists of 5 citizen-at-large members and 4 state department members from the Department of Education, Department of Human Services, Department of Labor and Employment, and the Department of Public Safety.

The work unit consists of a statutorily mandated Administrator professional appointed by the Executive Director of CDHS and support staff pursuant to §19‑2.5‑1201 (6) C.R.S. that provide high-level technical and professional support to interpret circumstances in a variety of situations to the JPB members; to track, review, and conduct juvenile parole hearings; and to coordinate with client managers/parole officers and Administration in DYS.

About this Position:

Position serves as the statutorily mandated Administrator to the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) pursuant to § 19‑2.5‑1201 (6) C.R.S. This position is responsible for analytical decisions for administrative oversight of operational aspects of the JPB, serving as a liaison between board members, the DYS, and the CDHS.

The position provides leadership for the JPB, interprets and implements policies and procedures, provides program oversight and management, works with the JPB statutory board to develop and implement policy decisions and statewide parole hearing processes, delivers program structure and guidance, and works collaboratively with the DYS leadership and client managers/parole officers.

In addition, this position promotes and leads the procedural functions of the JPB to include ensuring that the work of this unit is completed in a timely and accurate manner, providing coaching and mentoring to staff and board members, and empowering a workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, ethical behaviors, and cohesiveness. Assists the Chair in planning, directing, and the operations of the JPB. Prepares briefings and advises the Chair and the Board on policy issues and new or updated legislation. Prepares operational plans and manages communications. Position provides fiscal oversight, performance management, personnel supervision, policy implementation, and process improvement.

Summary of Duties:

Juvenile Parole Board Administration and Facilitation

This position serves as a work leader for the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) and is responsible for critical decision‑making regarding the policy and the business of the board. This position is responsible for program management duties, including legislative and budget development and oversight, making recommendations to the Governor for board member appointments, board member onboarding and training; managing and providing leadership to the JPB, creating supportive policies, staff to ensure that training and technical assistance opportunities are available to community partners, board members, and staff. Makes decisions on how to collect, analyze, and present data regarding board decisions.

Provides leadership, guidance, and recommendations to a statutory board comprised of 5 citizen members and 4 appointees from the departments of Education, Human Services, Labor and Employment, and Public Safety. Coordinates with the CDHS Boards and Commissions Liaison and the Governor’s Boards and Commissions Office and Legislature for board member appointments and Senate confirmations.

In addition, this position promotes and leads the procedural functions of the JPB to include ensuring that the work of this unit is completed in a timely and accurate manner, providing coaching and mentoring to staff and board members, and empowering a workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, ethical behaviors, and cohesiveness. Assists the Chair in planning, directing, and the operations of the JPB. Prepares briefings and advises the Chair and the board on policy issues and new or updated legislation. Prepares operational plans and manages communications. Position provides fiscal oversight, performance management, personnel matters, policy implementation, and process improvement.

Position provides fiscal oversight of the JPB and VALE grant budgets. Works with the DCP and Office of Children, Aging and Community Services’ Fiscal Officers on yearly budget tracing and monitoring. Maintains relationships with CDHS Accounting and Budgeting. In addition, works with Human Resources and the CDHS Controller to report to the PERA Board on compensation for PERA retiree citizen members.

Parole Hearing Administration of the JPB Providing Professional and Technical Support

Position administers/conducts hearings before the board and controls hearing proceedings (i.e., calling and swearing in witnesses, ruling on evidence, points of order, and admission of hearing attendees). This position is recognized as an expert in juvenile justice pertaining to juvenile parole, which enables the position to expertly advise the board during parole hearings on statutory provisions of Title 19 Colorado Children’s Code, Title 18 Criminal Code, board rules, and policies. Ensures that JPB hearings are administered correctly, that decisions are appropriately documented, and that victim rights are appropriately applied pursuant to the Colorado Constitution and statutory requirements.

Position is responsible for scheduling all juvenile parole hearings and ensuring youth are eligible for parole and the length of parole. For ensuring hearings are appropriately staffed and conducted in accordance with statutes and policies governing juvenile parole. Notifying the committing court Judges, District Attorneys, and Community Review Boards of when a youth is being presented for parole. Position oversees the youth commitment and parole files and victim notification information in accordance with statute and state and federal law.

Supervision and Staff Development

This position manages and provides leadership to a full‑time Administrator III #IHA 04943 (Deputy Administrator) and a full‑time Administrator III #IHA 05047 (Victim Services Coordinator). This position provides leadership and supervision of the work performed by assigned staff, to include the Performance Management Program; resolves minor disputes and grievances; develops or modifies staffing patterns; approves leave, flex schedules, and monitors work‑from‑home expectations. This position is responsible for identifying and implementing plans to increase staff skills and knowledge and ensuring that staff are highly qualified, are trained in the appropriate curricula, and are provided the opportunity to develop the necessary training and facilitation skills to provide ongoing training in technical assistance. This position is responsible for providing regular feedback, supervision, coaching, and performance management for these positions with attention to accountability, career growth, professionalism, and the creation of a cohesive and efficient team.

The position requires monitoring that staff appropriately document JPB decisions, that victim services are provided pursuant to statutory requirements, and that administrative support is provided in a timely and accurate manner.

Other duties as assigned to support the program and division objectives as directed by the Division Director.

Experience Only:

• Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience:

• A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned, equal to seven (7) years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with youth parole or residential youth centers.
• Prior experience managing a legislatively mandated board, council, or commission.
• Prior supervisory experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• Full background check and reference check required
• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
• Motor Vehicle Check, if the employee will drive a state‑owned vehicle, either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day‑to‑day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.
• Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a non‑restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border
• Out‑of‑State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.
• Travel to DYS facilities is required at times to conduct parole hearings.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
  • Disclose that information on the application.
  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high‑quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well‑being of the people of Colorado.

Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer‑supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center
• Employee Wellness program
• Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, training, and more
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
• *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Values

• We believe in a people‑first approach: We prioritize the needs, well‑being, and dignity of the individuals, families, and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness, and access in every decision, policy, and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

• CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
• This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

EEO Statement

• The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer
• We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL” of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.