The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the
Commonwealth. 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 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/Pages/default.aspx
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 persons 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.
Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to
other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for
additional information.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Provides professional administrative support to facility staff in the review, evaluation, development
and implementation of the agency’s activities.
- Compiles and maintains reports.
- Interprets and applies procedures.
- Participates in management team meetings.
- Serves as facility timekeeper by preparing and maintaining all time and attendance records for time entry.
- Responds to verbal and written inquiries from facility staff and the general public.
- Opens and sorts incoming mail and distributes to appropriate staff.
- Prepares release packets for youth.
- Coordinates youth graduation activities upon completing treatment phase.
