Strategic Justice Programs Manager

Buncombe County Government; United States; On-site; USD 81,979 - 103,991; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Buncombe County Government invites applications for the Justice Programs Division Manager within Justice Services. The role provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight of the county’s alternative-to-incarceration programs, pre-trial diversion, specialized treatment courts, and reentry initiatives.

Responsibilities include building partnerships with the judiciary and law enforcement, guiding budgeting, and ensuring programs meet evidence-based standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience planning, developing, coordinating and managing justice or human service programs with data analysis, change management, program evaluation.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the Justice Programs Division.
• Cultivate high‑stakes partnerships with judiciary, law enforcement, and community providers.
• Oversee division operations, budget, and strategic direction to align with departmental goals.
• Establish KPIs and conduct regular performance audits and quality reviews.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and supervision of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Program management

Data analysis

Budget management

Change management

Leadership

Staff development

Performance evaluations

Recidivism data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services/Public Administration/Criminal Justice

Master’s degree or LCSW preferred

Job description

Buncombe County Government invites applications for the Justice Programs Division Manager within Justice Services. The role provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight of the county’s alternative-to-incarceration programs, pre-trial diversion, specialized treatment courts, and reentry initiatives.

Responsibilities include building partnerships with the judiciary and law enforcement, guiding budgeting, and ensuring programs meet evidence-based standards.