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Program Director, Child Welfare and Juvenile Law

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Job Summary

Manage and direct day-to-day operation of program; gather, evaluate, and report data for special projects as requested; establish and maintain accurate and complete records of project materials; initiate, organize, and follow projects through to completion. Establish and maintain effective procedures for administration of program. Effective supervision of subordinate staff.

Responsibilities

• Delegate work assignments, allocate resources, and provide leadership to ensure management priorities and objectives are met
• Manage, organize, and oversee day-to-day operation of program with emphasis on smooth functioning of same
• Establish and maintain accurate and complete records of project materials
• Track and monitor compliance of grant requirements and budgets
• Direct supervision of multiple projects, personnel, and budgets
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university (advance degree preferred)
• Six years progressively responsible professional or leadership experience, or
• Equivalent combination of training, education, and experience in a relevant field
• Passion or preference for working in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment
• Knowledge and expertise in assigned department or program area with ability to communicate the same
• Ability to gather, evaluate, analyze, and report data as required
• Ability to initiate, organize, and follow tasks, research, and projects through to completion
• Demonstrated ability in successful grant writing
• Demonstrated command of principles of adult education
• Adept at initiating, organizing, and managing adult education seminars
• Ability to manage computer-related technological aspects of assigned project(s)
• Ability to develop information materials and brochures pertaining to areas of expertise
• Supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to monitor financial aspects of multiple grants and projects
• Strong PC-based computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and related tools
• Ability to manage files and maintain records in compliance with recordkeeping policies
• Ability to learn terminology and follow policies and procedures related to specific program or project assigned
• Strong, effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with emphasis on public policy and legal/social aspects of juvenile justice and/or family law
• Knowledge of proper telephone and email practices and etiquette

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Hire new staff utilizing organization's talent acquisition guidelines (TAG)
• Orient and train new staff
• Assign, delegate, and oversee work duties
• Evaluate performance through continuous feedback and utilizing performance management system
• Review and approve time records and leave requests in compliance with NCJFCJ policies
• Help staff address and resolve concerns or complaints
• Provide development activities to staff through mentoring, motivation, coaching, and counseling
• Establish and maintain effective team through team building activities
• Address performance problems through corrective action and disciplinary process
• Familiarity with all NCJFCJ policies
• Basic knowledge or familiarity with federal and state employment law and regulations

Physical Demands

• Extended periods of sitting
• Extended use of desktop/laptop computer and peripheral equipment
• Read and analyze fine print for extended periods
• Occasional stooping, standing, carrying
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. (with assistance)

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, high-pressure, professional office
• Evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime work required
• Frequent travel, locally and nationally, required

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Other

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations

Reno, NV