Operations Manager

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $80,000-$84,000.

The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of New York City's children and families by providing child welfare, juvenile justice, and early care services. In juvenile justice, ACS manages and funds services including detention and placement, intensive community-based alternatives for youth, and support services for families. The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) is responsible for oversight and management of secure and non-secure detention services for juveniles (e.g., youth) awaiting disposition in family, criminal, and supreme courts.

The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) Detention Services is a 24/7 operation responsible for oversight and management of secure detention services for juveniles awaiting disposition in family and supreme courts. The Operations Manager works with a team of Associate Youth Development Specialist II staff and is responsible for the day to day oversight and operations of a 106-bed specialized secure detention facility in New York City, which involves Group Services, Security and coordinating all related support services.

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage operations of an assigned tour of the secure detention facility by planning, monitoring, and evaluating the ongoing programs relating to the supervision, conduct and order of the youth in care.

• Provide coverage for facility operations in the absence of the Executive Director of Operations.

• Conduct interviews and the selection of candidates for vacancies in secure detention.

• Manage staff scheduling, absenteeism and overtime reduction.

• Implement policies and evaluates current practices to ensure operational safety and security for youth and staff are maintained.

• Monitor and ensure the Associate Youth Development II coordinates all the activities and services to youth on a work tour; including education, recreation, medical, and social services to ensure that programs are implemented to meet the needs of the youth.

• Conduct individual and group conferences with staff concerning the interpretation and implementation of agency policies and procedures, including techniques to be used in addressing behavioral and adjustment issues, and develops staff skills in observing, recording, and addressing these identified areas.

• Demonstrate competence executing and performing Safe Crisis Management (SCM) and ensures staff are compliant with SCM training requirements.

• Review incident reports to ensure reports are legible, accurate and that reports contain all required identifiers.

• Conduct video review as part of the incident follow-up process to identify areas of success and trends impacting incidents.

• Conduct investigations of child abuse allegations and critical incidents by conducting interviews, viewing videos, preparing managerial reports and submitting corrective action plans to the Executive Director of Operations and Assistant Commissioner of the facility within 24 hours of occurrence.

• Assess and evaluate tour critical areas and formulates action plans to address identified operational needs to better manage secure detention.

• Conduct Tours of Inspection of assigned living units.

• Establish and maintain a managerial system of control to ensure effective program operations.

• Oversee, monitor, and resolves City Time related issues.

Note, candidates may be assigned to work days, evenings, nights and overtime based on the agency needs.

Note, candidates may be assigned to either Secure Detention location- Crossroads- 17 Bristol Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212 or Horizon- 560 Brooke Ave, Bronx, NY 10455.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $80,000-$84,000.

Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

TO APPLY:

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY USING ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW:

For current city employees, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Recruiting Activities, Careers and search for Job ID#612577.

For all other applicants go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID#612577. Click on the "Apply" button.

If you do not have access to a computer, most public libraries have computers available for use.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Minimum Qualifications

1.A master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and four years of full-time, paid professional experience in a child care institution or in group work with children in a child care setting, including two years in an administrative capacity; or

2.A master's degree from an accredited college in sociology, psychology, education, public administration or a closely related field, and five years of full-time paid professional experience as described in "1" above including two years in an administrative capacity; or

3.Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have two years of administrative experience in a child care setting.

Preferred Skills

The preferred candidate should possess the following:

• Experience within the Juvenile Justice system and/or related fields.

• Knowledge of the functions and operations of juvenile detention.

• Demonstrated superior judgement, analytical and management ability.

• Experience and ability managing professionals and civil service staff.

• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions in a timely manner.

• Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines.

• Strong organizational, written, and oral communications skills.

• Ability to lead and work as part of a team, as well as independently and the ability to prioritize tasks and undertake several critical projects simultaneously.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.