SUPERVISOR JUVENILE UNIT CORRECTIONS
Career Family: SUPERVISOR
Supervisor Juvenile Unit Corrections is a state title in New Jersey's competitive civil service, which means the way in is an open exam rather than a direct appointment.
On paper it calls for a bachelor's degree, though the specification lets enough relevant experience stand in for the degree. Pay on the FY2026 schedule runs $70,431 to $103,187, and state payroll currently lists 9 people in the title, most of them at Juvenile Justice Commission.
How to apply
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Exam
This is an application to sit an exam and be placed on an eligible list for this title, not an application for a specific job. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. There may be no current vacancy behind it, and the list it produces may not be certified for months or years.
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Exam
Open to permanent employees in the competitive division who hold a qualifying lower title in the same unit. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. Like the open competitive exam, this places you on a list; it is not itself a job offer.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 9 people working under this title. The median actual salary is $98,273. The agencies employing the most are:
- Juvenile Justice Commission (9)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.
Definition
Under direction of a supervisory official in a secure facility, is responsible for the overall administration of the assigned juvenile unit, including classification, residential unit management, program development, administration of rehabilitative services, and participation in various institutional committees, does related work as required.
Examples of work
Organizes assigned supervisory and other work and develops appropriate work methods within the framework of established procedures and department/facility regulations and standards. Develops suitable and effective treatment programs within the juvenile unit; implements, develops, and refines such programs and consults with the supervisory official in those developmental matters. Formulates and executes plans for the effective utilization of available funds, personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies. Analyzes the work relating to the operation of the juvenile unit and supervises the implementation of specialized programs of treatment for juvenile offenders. Serves as a regular participant of the Juvenile Classification Committee in order to make recommendations for the appropriate social and rehabilitative treatment for the individual juvenile offenders. Develops and supervises procedures for interviewing juvenile residents, reviewing their needs assessments and social case histories utilized in the development of treatment services; compiling progress reports of individual juvenile residents; and preparing recommendations for their transfer, special care or aftercare transition. Develops methods for handling cases which involve denial of privileges, reprimands, restrictions and/or program changes of juvenile residents charged with serious offenses. Coordinates activities related to operations, religious activities, dental and medical care, and other operational activities specific to the assigned juvenile unit. Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of subordinates. May be required to remain on call on a rotational basis during weekends and holidays in order to be available to assist with juvenile unit operations in emergencies. Prepares work schedules of employees assigned to the juvenile unit in accordance with operational needs, Civil Service policy and contractual agreements on rotation, shifts, vacations, etc. Acts as liaison with correctional institutions, courts, parole authorities and other agencies involved in the welfare of juveniles residing in the unit. Provides for plans to ensure that juvenile residents of the unit, prior to parole, are given their personal property and provided necessary aftercare contact information. Conducts audits of ongoing juvenile programs to ensure that the goals and objectives of the programs are being achieved in accordance with department and facility goals. Conducts staff meetings as required at the juvenile unit site. Prepares clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative statistical, progress, and other reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Supervises the establishment, maintenance, confidentiality and security of essential records and files within the juvenile unit. Provides assignments and instructions to staff; supervises and evaluates their performance. May assign eligible residents to various work details within the housing unit, and oversee their progress/performance. Reports or supervises the reporting of any alleged cases of abuse to the appropriate authority/agency ensuring all necessary related documentation has been completed and submitted. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the practical administrative responsibilities involved in managing a juvenile unit, including the supervision of employees charged with the care and rehabilitative efforts of juvenile offenders. Knowledge of the problems involved in supervising programs of care and rehabilitation of juvenile offenders who are confined to a secure facility. Knowledge of the procedures used in maintaining proper conduct among correction staff, civilian employees, juvenile residents and visitors. Knowledge of the methods used in supervising the care, rehabilitation and discipline of juvenile offenders to assist them toward social rehabilitation. Knowledge of the methods used to maintain a safe and secure environment for juvenile offenders. Knowledge of the types of social and rehabilitative programs likely to be needed by the populations served. Knowledge of the principles, theories, practices, and procedures involved in the development and assessment of juvenile offender social and rehabilitative programs. Knowledge of techniques used in group and individual counseling. Knowledge of problems involved in dealing constructively with human relationships, personality disorders, social behavior, and social relationships. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply basic laws, rules, regulations, and procedures to specific situations. Knowledge of the community, family, social, economic, health and other problems and forces influencing juvenile offenders. Knowledge of the basic methods and principles of modern social service work. Knowledge of the public and private social, welfare, health, and educational agencies and organizations available to troubled youth upon their release from a secure care environment. Ability to understand the standards, policies, objectives, regulations, and procedures established by the Juvenile Justice Commission in the operation of correctional facilities and their application to specific juvenile custodial situations. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply basic laws, rules, regulations, and procedures to specific situations. Ability to organize work and develop work methods to assist juvenile offenders toward rehabilitation. Ability to remain calm and decisive in emergencies. Ability to note potential dangers and hazards and to take steps to insure orderly and safe conditions. Ability to supervise the maintenance of records and files. Ability to develop and maintain essential contacts and to work effectively with associates, superior officers, professional and clerical employees, and the representatives of civic, health, welfare, and other organizations interested in, or concerned with the client populations served. Ability to provide guidance and instruction to subordinate social service and/or direct care staff. Ability to function as the representative of the unit and the agency as may be required, and to attend and participate in professional and lay meetings and conferences. Ability to prepare and supervise the preparation of clear, sound, accurate, and informative statistical and other reports containing finding, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to organize assigned work, analyze problems, and develop effective work methods. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Seven (7) years of professional experience in providing social service work or counseling involving responsibility for gathering and analyzing client information, determining their needs, and planning a program of treatment and/or rehabilitation. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.