Juvenile Services Manager Salary $37.51
36 Hourly Location 4200 S. West Ave Sioux Falls, SD Job Type Full Time Job Number 26-22 Department Juvenile Detention Center Division Juvenile Detention Center Opening Date 04/01/2026 Closing Date 4/15/2026 5:00 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Why Join Our Team The Minnehaha County Juvenile Detention Center invites you to apply for the Juvenile Services Manager position to develop, implement and coordinate alternative strategies that are used to promote the effective use of secure detention and detention alternatives for the safety and security of juveniles and the community. This position involves working with court processes for effective and expeditious placement as well as collecting and analyzing data, preparing reports, and making recommendations and presentations for the juvenile justice system stakeholders in Minnehaha County. A comprehensive benefits package includes paid holidays; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous PTO program; extended sick leave program; inclusion in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS); and a deferred compensation plan! How You Will Make an Impact Gather, prepare and disseminate information about youth for court hearings. Interview and assess youth and work collaboratively with their family and other personnel to develop an appropriate placement plan throughout the court process. Attend court hearings and make recommendations for placement. Track and facilitate reviews of youths' cases in order to expedite the court process. Work extensively with the attorneys, probation, service providers, and judges. Collect, analyze and correlate detention screening data with detention alternative outcome data to promote the effective use of secure detention and detention alternatives. Review intakes for accuracy and content. Address concerns with appropriate staff. Prepare reports and make presentations to system stakeholders. Serve as County Juvenile Justice Services Coordinator; plan and coordinate regular meetings of the Juvenile Justice Collaborative, including the Steering/Executive Committee and all stakeholder workgroups, as necessary. Duties include agenda planning, pre-meeting data review and analysis, preparation of data and other materials to be shared and discussed at the meeting, assisting the Chair(s) with running the meeting (as necessary), and keeping minutes. Facilitate the development of the Collaborative's work plan and encourage all members of the collaborative to hold each other accountable to the tasks and timelines set forth in the work plan. Participate in state JDAI meetings, JDAI training seminars; JDAI model site visits to other states; and the national JDAI conference. What You Need to Succeed in this Role Bachelor's degree in criminal justice related discipline and two years of experience working in the juvenile justice system or comparable combination of education and experience. Experience working effectively with juveniles and families who are of diverse backgrounds and cultures, high-risk to community safety, and who may exhibit symptoms of physical and mental disorders and substance abuse. Understanding of theories, methods, and techniques of social casework, counseling, child psychology, and development. Possession of a valid driver's license and must maintain a safe driving record with Minnehaha County. Competence with computer software systems. Must successfully complete pre-employment background process. Ability to collaborate with multi-agency partners. Knowledge of the juvenile justice system including community-based programs. Ability to collect data, analyze data and develop and produce reports. Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and, when necessary, physically restrain youth for their safety and safety of others. Knowledge of and skill using technology and related software systems. Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with colleagues, other agencies, and the public. Effective verbal and written communication. Present a professional appearance and communicate with others in a respectful and approachable way. EEO Statement Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sex or gender including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337. Insurance
- Coverage effective 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Available for employees and dependents. Health/Prescription
- Minnehaha County's health benefit plan offers low deductibles with two network options for coverage: Avera or Sanford. The county pays for 75% of the premium rates. Pharmacy benefits included. Dental
- Minnehaha County offers dental insurance through Delta Dental which covers 100% of diagnostic and preventative services. Life Insurance
- Minnehaha County provides a $15,000 basic life insurance policy for every full-time employee along with and additional $15,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) benefit. Additional term life insurance and AD&D may be purchased by employees for themselves and dependents through payroll deduction. Retirement Retirement Plan
- Minnehaha County participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match (8% for certified law enforcement). Other SDRS benefits include long term disability. Employees are vested after 3 years of continuous employment. Deferred Compensation Plan
- Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre-tax or after-tax (Roth IRA) basis through our supplemental retirement program. Paid Time Off Paid Time Off
- approximately 128 hours (16 days) per year Holiday Leave
- 11 days per calendar year Extended Sick Leave
- approximately 48 hours (6 days) per year Flexible Spending Plan Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (FSA)
- Minnehaha County offers FSA for Health Care and Dependent Care. This is a great way to put money aside for health and dependent care costs on a pre-tax basis. Eye Med Vision Policy Eye Med Insight Network
- Minnehaha County offers a vision plan for employees and dependents!
The plan offers low premiums with a frame or lens allowance of up to $130 per year and an annual eye exam. Chose from many participating retailers such as Pearle Vision, Target Optical, LensCrafters and many others! 01 Please indicate the highest level of your completed education: Some high school High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher 02 Please indicate the level of your professional experience working with juveniles: I do not have any experience working with juveniles. 0-1 years 2-4 years 5+ years 03 Please indicate the level of your professional work experience in the criminal justice or a closely related field: I do not have any experience in criminal justice or a closely related field. Less than 1 year 1-2 years 3-4 years 5+ years 04 Where did you hear about this job opportunity? Minnehaha County Career Website Indeed Keloland CareerBuilder 12twenty College Career Board/Notification South Dakota Bar Association Employee Referral Other Required Question Employer Minnehaha County Address 415 N Dakota Avenue Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57104 Phone 605-367-4337 Website http://jobs.minnehahacounty.gov
