STATE OF ILLINOIS 17th Judicial Circuit Winnebago-Boone Counties
Debbie L. Jarvis Director, Department of Court Services
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of how to facilitate training classes
Knowledge of Administrative Office of Illinois Courts and Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice standards
Demonstrate an ability to maintain a high level of professionalism at all times
Commitment to adhere to strict guidelines of confidentiality
Ability to work effectively in a 24-hour facility with challenging residents
Strong organizational, documentation, time-management, communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to work effectively with staff from diverse backgrounds
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's Degree in Management, Public Administration, Criminal Justice or Social Services and one or more years of employment in juvenile/residential services OR
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field and two or more years of employment in Probation/Court Services. At least one of the required years must be in Juvenile Detention/Residential Services.
Must be a resident of the State of Illinois or approved exemption
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must pass pre-employment background check and wellness exam including drug screen
Must comply with all federal and state laws; to include prohibition of the consumption, possession, sale, purchase or delivery of cannabis or cannabis infused substances
Must submit a state application for Probation and Court Services employment at: http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/Administrative/forms/Probation/Employment
Bilingual, English/Spanish Language Skills Preferred
Location:
Juvenile Detention Center 5350 Northrock Drive Rockford, IL 61103
Send Resume to:
Julie McCray-Grotto, Deputy Director jmccray-grotto@17thcircuit.illinoiscourts.gov