Interstate Compact and Administration - Manager II (Job 2908)

JOB TITLE:
Interstate Compact and Administration – Manager II

JOB #:
2908

DIVISION:
Adult Probation Services

HIRING SALARY:
$73,416.00 annualized

CLOSING DATE:
All positions are open until filled.

EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM:
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive payment of $1,000.00 (conditions apply).

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Adult Probation Services Division Director, the Interstate Compact and Administration Manager supervises several professional and support staff responsible for the lawful provision of Interstate Compact services throughout Arizona and for the administration and management of the ICOTS (Interstate Compact Offenders Tracking System) (national database and tracking system). The Interstate Compact and Administration Manager is also directly involved in strategic planning, developing and implementing Division and statewide policies, and evaluating proposed legislation. The position has oversight responsibilities and monitors activities relating to Interstate Compact Issues in each of the fifteen probation departments. In coordination with the Finance Department, this position will also oversee the administration of the Statewide Fleet Management of the Arizona Adult Probation system and will offer court and departments and agency partners technical assistance to the probation system in Arizona.

Additional responsibilities include, managing the completion of probation-related sections of the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration; develop, facilitate, and conduct training seminars; staff the Arizona State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision; serve on the National Commission as Arizona’s representative; and maintain an incident reporting system for interstate cases and other high-profile matters that may result in exposure to the media and/or litigation.

After an initial period of at least three months in person, this position may offer the ability to work remotely up to two days per week, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program qualified employer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice/law, public administration or a related field and 5 years of community corrections, juvenile justice and/or criminal justice experience, of which a minimum of 2 years was at a management level. Directly related experience may substitute for the degree requirement.

This position requires prior hands-on experience in probation work, interstate compact, or community supervision field work. Demonstrated experience and thorough knowledge of the probation system in Arizona and the criminal justice landscape, with particular emphasis on research and evidence-based practices. This position also requires knowledge of interstate compact laws/rules, policies, and tracking system, effective supervisory and teamwork skills, legal research and analytical skills. Additionally, the ability to understand the interrelationships of the Arizona Constitution and Statutes, Supreme Court rules, administrative orders, the Arizona Codes of Judicial Administration, policies and procedures and the functions of other state agencies.

The preferred candidate will have prior management of other staff and budgetary experience, and knowledge of probation policies, statutes and operations in Arizona.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Only applicants whose backgrounds most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to interview. Requests for a special accommodation to participate in the interview process should be made at the time you are contacted to schedule an interview. The Selection Process may include computer testing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, proofreading, typing, etc.) and first and/or second round panel interviews. This is a Regular, Full-time, Exempt position.

BENEFITS:

The Arizona Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Accrued vacation pay and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. The Court may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

RETIREMENT:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

The Arizona Supreme Court is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer