(More specific information about the job can be found in the Purpose and Distinguishing Characteristics. This list contains tasks that are typically

associated with the job. It is not all-inclusive and may vary from position to position. Hiring agencies may, depending on the specific nature of the position, modify these tasks and/or identify additional tasks, based on a current position analysis.)

Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations.
Conducts, or represents agency at, formal or informal hearings.
Coordinates and/or acts as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, suppliers, etc.
Coordinates program activities, services, and/or program implementation with private providers, other governmental entities, program users, etc.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc.
Interprets, clarifies, explains and applies agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc.
Maintains technical data, generates reports and findings and defends analytical work during hearings or litigation.
Monitors agency or program budget including revenues, expenditures and budget projection, etc.
Prepare detailed case documentation including: opening and closing cases, intake records, investigation summaries, case histories, activity logs, risk assessments social summaries, needs assessments, service plans, and correspondence, etc.
Schedules and/or coordinates appointments, meetings, facilities, or other activities; gathers materials and follows up as needed.
Schedules and/or participates in public hearings concerning agency issues, rules, regulations and/or compliance standards.
Writes and/or uses computer programs to generate and analyze data.
Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
Other tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

(This list is not all-inclusive and may vary from position to position. Hiring agencies may, depending on the specific nature of the position, modify these and/or identify additional duties, based on a current position analysis.

KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING THEORY, PRINCIPLES, PRACTICES AND/OR CONTENT:

Court/hearing, rules, records, procedures and protocol
Human behavior and performance, mental processes, psychological research, or assessment, methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
Juvenile justice system
Principles, theories, and practices of human behavior
Principles, theories, and practices of personnel/human resource management
Principles, theories, and practices of public relations
Research methods, techniques, and/or sources of information
Standards of care and supervision for delinquent youth
Statistical sampling, modeling and analysis techniques
The criminal code
Principles, theories, and practices of budget management

SKILLS / ABILITY TO:

Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
Develop and/or implement new policies/procedures/standards and/or rules/regulations
Perform legal research using case law and appropriate techniques
Read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures
Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
Use automated software applications
Use case management software systems
Use computer spreadsheet software
Use computer word processing software
Use State or agency-specific software application program(s)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS (Not position specific)

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

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