Investigator/Human Services Program Administrator 2

Connection | Collaboration | Commitment | Correction About Us… We are a dedicated team of juvenile justice professionals committed to transforming and saving young lives. We believe in a future where every young person thrives and contributes to a safer, stronger Ohio! DYS is the juvenile corrections system for the state of Ohio. DYS is statutorily mandated to confine felony offenders, ages 10-21, who have been adjudicated and committed by one of Ohio's 88 county juvenile courts. During their stay with DYS, youth are engaged in programming that is designed to address their criminological and behavioral needs. DYS reaches thousands of youth in facilities and those on parole. Our Values… · Connection: We respect everyone. We don’t tear them down. · Collaboration: We work together. We don’t go alone. · Commitment: We step up. We don’t give up. · Correction: We create change. We don’t stay the same. To learn more about DYS, please visit our website here. What You'll Do… DYS is seeking a detail-oriented, highly collaborative professional to serve as a key liaison between Indian River Juvenile Correctional Facility leadership, DYS Chief Inspector’s Office, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and other law enforcement partners. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the safety, security, and integrity of facility operations. Core Responsibilities: Investigative and Enforcement Liaison Serve as liaison between Facility Superintendent, DYS Chief Inspectors Office, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and other law enforcement agencies regarding investigations involving youth or staff Monitor youth phone systems, visitation activity, and related interactions to proactively identify and address violations Initiate, inspect, and assist with investigations related to drugs, contraband, and other prohibited activities Work collaboratively with DYS Chief Inspectors Office to provide information related to employee impropriety, violations of law, or breaches of policies and procedures by staff or visitors Youth Grievance Coordination and Administrative Support Act as administrative liaison between Facility Superintendent, youth, and staff to coordinate the youth grievance process Manage and respond to complaints, allegations, and inquiries arising from the grievance process Conduct proactive inspections and research related to concerns raised by youth, staff, the general public, and external agency partners Prepare reports, position papers, legal documents, and correspondence for all parties involved in the grievance process Train, monitor, and evaluate youth and staff on grievance procedures and investigative/inspection techniques as needed Months of Employment At Hire 6 Months 18 Months 30 Months 42 Months 54 Months 66 months 78 months Pay Range 13 Exempt Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Hourly $36.75 $38.75 $40.87 $43.07 $45.50 $47.95 $49.92 $52.27 Annual $76,440.00 $80,600.00 $85,009.60 $89,585.60 $94,640.00 $99,736.00 $103,833.60 $108,721.60 Additional Information This position will serve in the unclassified service according to the Ohio Revised Code, section 124.11 (A)(9). This position does require Travel therefore selected candidate must have a Valid Driver's License and be able to drive a State owned vehicle. BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check to include FBI and BCI, Department of Public Safety, Ohio Taxation and pre-employment drug screening. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.