Court Services Director at Arlington County Government

Arlington, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

240656.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Juvenile Court Intake, Adult Probation Services, Community Programs, Prevention, Diversion, Intervention Services, Public Safety, Human Services, Judiciary Partnership, Agency Coordination, Juvenile Detention Center Liaison, Compliance, Policy Development, Fiscal Management, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Government Administration

Description

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Arlington County is seeking an experienced and visionary Court Services Director to lead the Court Services Unit (CSU) and advance its mission of promoting the safety, accountability, and well-being of youth and adults involved with the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court (JDR) serving Arlington County and the City of Falls Church. The CSU Director provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all court services operations, including juvenile court intake, juvenile and adult probation services, and a continuum of community-based programs such as group homes, outreach initiatives, and prevention, diversion, and intervention services. Serving as a key member of the County’s public safety and human services leadership team, the Director partners with the judiciary, community organizations, and regional agencies to strengthen service delivery and outcomes for court-involved individuals. The position also serves as the County’s primary liaison to the juvenile detention center, coordinating services and continuity of care for youth placed through JDR. The CSU Director ensures compliance with all applicable local, state, and judicial policies and regulations, including those established by the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ), while fostering innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement across programs and services.

Responsibilities

The Court Services Director provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all court services operations, including intake, probation, and community-based programs for youth and adults involved with the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. This role involves serving as a key leadership member, partnering with stakeholders, ensuring regulatory compliance, and acting as the primary liaison to the juvenile detention center.