0000007532.COMPLIANCE OFFICER.JUVENILE DEPARTMENT

Under the direction of the Compliance Manager, this position will assist with the maintenance of administrative compliance matters. Conduct investigations of abuse and neglect, alleged misconduct of employees, and complaints received from TJJD, the community, or other sources. Serves as the PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Coordinator ensuring all five Dallas County Juvenile residential facilities are compliant with PREA Standards. Assists in the development of the agency plan for PREA implementation and oversight.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting the department’s annual compliance review, including collaborating with other juvenile justice agencies, community and governmental agencies to establish compliance and procedures and to promote positive working relationships.
• Perform compliance monitoring activities within all divisions of the juvenile department.
• Assist with preparing and delivering compliance training.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and training programs to prevent sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
• Conduct and coordinate required PREA training for staff, volunteers, contractors, and residents.
• Assist with conducting investigations across the five DCJD facilities and probation field offices, of staff misconduct, abuse and neglect of youth under supervision in the department.
• Oversee or conduct investigations into alleged PREA violations.
• Collaborate with operational managers in the department to assist with compliance projects and respond to questions.
• Review documents and standards to ensure compliance with governing laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain a compliance calendar.
• Identify opportunities to integrate efficiencies and effectiveness of compliance reviews.
• Generate and track responses to inquiries or citations related to PREA compliance.
• Collect and analyze data related to sexual abuse and harassment to identify areas for improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a directly related field.
• Three (3) years of work related to compliance and PREA monitoring experience.
• Knowledge of standard software applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments, and the public.
• May be a Certified Probation Officer or become certified within six months of employment.
• Extensive knowledge of probation, parole, and the criminal justice system process.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Prior experience as a compliance‑monitoring officer.
• Prior experience in conducting investigations.
• Ability to communicate and train staff to compliance goals and procedures.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Pass an extensive background investigation.
• Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.
• Ability to work with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/aggressive acts and tolerate an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Standard office environment within a secured facility.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lb unassisted.
• Ability to travel to various work site locations.
• May be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on departmental needs.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy or related standards.