Requisition No: 868059
Agency: Juvenile Justice
Working Title: DJJ OPERATIONS COORDINATOR - 80081340
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 80081340
Salary: $1,780.37 Bi-Weekly
Posting Closing Date: 01/23/2026
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R equisition No: 868059
Agency: Juvenile Justice
Working Title: DJJ Operations Coordinator– 80081340
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 80081340
Salary: $1,780.37 Bi-Weekly
Posting Closing Date: 01/23/2026
The Department of Juvenile Justice salutes our heroes.
We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation’s veterans and their families.
We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses.
THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY
THIS IS AN INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY
FOR CURRENT DJJ EMPLOYEES ONLY
LOCATION, CONTACT AND SALARY INFORMATION
Location: Headquarters, Detention Services, Knight Building, 2737 Centerview Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32399
Contact Person: Lillian Simmons (850) 717-2516
Minimum Starting Salary: $1,780.37 Bi-Weekly (In accordance with current spending restrictions, an internal promotion may be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee’s current rate, whichever is higher.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a highly responsible position within Detention Services. The incumbent is responsible for conducting detailed program reviews of allegations and systematic issues. The incumbent is required to travel and therefore must have a valid driver’s license. This position exercises independent judgment in the performance of the following:
Investigates, assesses, and analyzes information to resolve issues and problems presented by administrators in relation to Program Reviews. This includes researching applicable policies, reviewing video evidence, and interviewing complainants, witnesses, and subjects in order to reach findings.
Documents in writing program reviews for Detention Services in accordance with established policies and procedures and within established timeframes. Reports contain information such as policies, witness statements, videos, and other documents gathered as evidence during the review.
Provides training and consultation to facility staff in the area of incident reporting and investigative reviews.
Attends all mandatory training associated with the tasks required of this position.
Performs all other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of basic management principles and practices.
Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.
Knowledge of training techniques and practices.
Ability to:
Ability to use computer software.
Ability to coordinate a consultative program designed to ensure the resolution of managerial and operational problems.
Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
Ability to communicate and convey information effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to operational and management analysis activities.
Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials.
Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document work and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices.
Ability to conduct fact finding research.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to solve problems and make decisions.
Ability to travel to all regions to fulfill training duties.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree with a major in criminal justice or similar related field and two years of professional experience.
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- Knowledge of JJIS
-Two or more years of experience of experience in the field of juvenile justice
- Instructor Techniques trained
-Right Interactions Instructor certified
-No prior discipline
SPECIAL NOTES
All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions.
DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility).
When identified on a position description, a valid driver’s license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle.
CANDIDATE PROFILE (application) must be completed in its entirety.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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