Job Description

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1/10/2026 (7:00 PM EST)
25-07671
Program Coordinator
Pay Grade
14
Salary
$43,210.08 - $64,816.08 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice
Location
495 Forest Hills Drive

Morehead, KY 40351 USA
Description
The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.




The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.




For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice, please visit: https://djj.ky.gov/




This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and individuals with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.




Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Coordinates activities within the DJJ facilities in the implementation and administration of the American Correctional Association (ACA) and the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) accreditation process. Collaborates with program participants on planning, implementing, and monitoring of provision of each program service. Coordinates the ACA accreditation process and is responsible for providing the required documentation for 422 ACA standards, of which 31 are mandatory to maintain accreditation. Oversees, plans, coordinates, and reviews work of staff involved in the accreditation process. Monitors facility programs ensuring DJJ policies and procedures are within ACA compliance and recommend or make changes as necessary. Is responsible for the coordination and readiness for other audits within the facility to include the PREA, as well as monitors and facilitates compliance with 185 standards, 43 of which are mandatory. Oversees facility programs to ensure they are meeting standards and recommend and make changes as necessary. Provides professional support to the DJJ in regards to maintaining records. Reviews, maintains, and archives facility files in accordance with applicable retention schedule. Collects and analyzes data related to the programs, and collaborates with facility managers and administrative staff to obtain all required documents per policy. Assists in developing, facilitating, and conducting initial and annual training with staff to ensure all ACA and PREA standards are oriented to mandatory policies and procedures, and have completed mandatory training prior to working with DJJ youth. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

Three years of professional experience in management or administration.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

Administrative or business experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact John Giillum at johnr.gillum@ky.gov or 606-207-4764.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D