Assistant Commissioner, Horizon

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $155,000.00 - $165,000.00.

The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized child care vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community.

The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) provides a wide range of services and programs for youth at every stage of the juvenile justice process. Our goals are to (a) build stronger and safer communities and advance public safety by preventing juveniles from entering the New York City's juvenile justice system, (b) provide therapeutic treatment and services to youth in our custodial care, and (c) help juveniles access the tools they need to leave the justice system for good. We strive to help families and young people by providing supportive services that are responsive to the needs of individual youth and families.

DYFJ directly operates two secure detention facilities for Juvenile Delinquents, Juvenile Offenders and Adolescent Offenders whose cases are pending in Family Court or the Youth Parts in Supreme Court: Crossroads Juvenile Center in Brooklyn and Horizon Juvenile Center in the Bronx, where youth receive comprehensive services including medical, dental, mental health care, and education.

Oversight And Management Of Detention Operations

The Assistant Commissioner of Operations for Horizon Juvenile Center will be responsible for performing the following duties but not limited to:

• Ensure optimal operation of the secure juvenile detention center in accordance with all relevant federal, state, and city regulations, as well as in compliance with all agency policies, procedures, and court orders and decrees while ensuring community safety is always maintained.
• Ensure the safety, security, and wellness of all building personnel and the health, welfare, and safety of the youth in care.
• Organize regular searches for contraband and manages the recovery and storage of contraband, coordinating with ACS Police, the NYC Department of Investigation, as necessary.
• Ensure safe and efficient movement of youth, staff, vendors, and visitors, through the facility.
• Monitor and manage physical space including egress and ingress, security equipment, and Genetec camera system coordinating with the Division of Administration and other units as required to ensure good working order.
• Ensure consistent adherence to all policies and procedures, including proper and standardized incident review and reporting protocols.
• Coordinate with ACS Police on all security matters.
• Develop and implement contingency and response plans to potential emergencies and security breaches, including running drills.
• Oversee incident response, including the creation and staffing of a dedicated Rapid Response Team.
• Maintain productive relationships with external stakeholders including community groups, union locals, public and private agencies, service delivery partners and oversight agencies.
• Coordinate with secure detention leadership to ensure alignment of practice across facilities.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Deputy or Associate Commissioner.
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
• Conduct risk maintenance assessments and provides Deputy and Associate Commissioner with regular reports and recommendations.
  
  

Additional Information

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.

The Administration for Children’s Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing access to all individuals. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Simone Campbell at eeo.adacoordinator@acs.nyc.gov or 212-676-6955.

TO APPLY

Please go to www.cityjobs.nyc.gov or www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID #800249

No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted.

Note: Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• 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
• 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

• Demonstrated superior judgment and management abilities - Experience with security operations in a 24-hour residential facility - Experience with contraband reduction - Law enforcement experience - Current peace officer status or ability to achieve peace officer status - Ability to work with and understand young adults - Experience with the juvenile justice system and related systems - An understanding of the functions and operations of juvenile detention - Experience and ability managing professional 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 communication skills - Ability to lead and work as part of a team, as well as independently, to achieve necessary results - Ability to prioritize tasks and undertake several critical projects at one time
  
  

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.

, $94,050.00 – $242,675.00