The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.
The role of the Training Supervisor is to supervise training staff and programs dedicated to the development of residential employees. They will provide leadership, supervision, guidance, and support to the training staff, conducting needs assessment, overseeing the development and delivery of courses and/or onsite training, and participating on assigned workgroups. This position is critical in the agency’s ability to comply with legal and regulatory requirements and to hire, develop, and retain a highly proficient workforce.
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of criminal justice, secure residential programs, adolescent behavior management, and safety & security.
Demonstrated skills in the delivery of training to an adult audience, utilizing a variety of training interventions, as well as curriculum design, needs assessment, and evaluation methods. Ability to effectively supervise a professional team of trainers.
Demonstrated ability to teach; train others in presentation methods; develop instructional plans and supporting materials; to prepare training aids; and to supervise comprehensive training programs.
Demonstrated ability to organize and schedule own work and supervise and direct the day-to-day activities of others.
A valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the state on an as needed basis to deliver training, facilitate group processes, monitor training, and/or provide training consultation, as well as, adhere to state travel reimbursement guidelines.
Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing, at all levels, to promote cooperation between management, peers, staff, and customers; and provide exceptional customer service.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws, and adjust to the changing needs of the organization.
Must be able to become certified and maintain certification as a Handle With Care (use of force) and Red Cross instructor.
Additional Considerations
Experience working in juvenile justice, corrections, jail, law enforcement, criminal justice academy, and/or other closely related field.
Experience in training program design, development, and supervision.
Experience delivering formal classroom training and/or field-based/on-the-job training to an adult audience in a juvenile justice or criminal justice environment.
Certification as a Red Cross and/or Handle With Care instructor.
Special Instructions
Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.
Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. You will be provided an email confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.
Background & Pre-employment Screenings: Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.
Driver License: A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.
DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.
Contact Information
Name: Bianca D. Stewart Williams, Talent Acquisition Consultant
Phone: 804-371-0700
Email: DjjRecruitment@djj.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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