THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $80,558-$90,916.

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE ASSOCIATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST TITLE ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY

The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of New York City’s children and families by providing child welfare, juvenile justice, and early care services. In juvenile justice, ACS manages and funds services including detention and placement, intensive community-based alternatives for youth, and support services for families.

ACS is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Tour Commander in its Court Services unit. This position is an integral part of an interdisciplinary team responsible for the custody, direct care, supervision, counseling, and accountability of youths in the custody of the Administration for Children’s Services in juvenile detention facilities. Under general supervision, with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative, Tour Commander duties include, but are not limited to the following:

- Oversee the daily operation including but not limited to staff assignments, youth transport to all city-wide courts and upstate facilities and on time court arrivals.
- Communicate all transportation related issues with the Assistant Commissioner or designee.
- Monitor daily court activity including releases.
- Conduct scheduled and unscheduled tours of inspection at the Family Courts and tracks tours in logbook.
- Support and guide staff in dealing with emergencies and unusual situations ensuring they are handled effectively with all necessary follow-ups completed timely to prevent reoccurrence.
- Review incident reports and notifies the Movement, Control and Communications Unit (MCCU) of incidents in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Provide supervision and coaching to staff, including managing performance conducting individual and group conferences with AYDSI and YDS concerning the interpretation and implementation of agency policies and procedures, including Safe Crisis Management techniques for use in youth behavioral/adjustment issues, and the development of staff skills to observe, record and address youth behaviors of concern.
- Conduct supervisory meetings with staff in the unit to provide directives and procedures and to assess the operation.
- Review conferences with their staff and supports determination of next steps in progressive disciplinary process.
- Inspect and maintain inventory for radios, mechanical restraints, and keys, including requesting additional orders as needed.
- Inspect agency vehicles.
- May be required to drive agency vehicles for youth transportation and may act as a court representative or transportation coordinator.

Note, Staff will be assigned to work based on the operational needs of the facility and may include holidays and weekends.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $80,558-$90,916.

Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

TO APPLY

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE OF ASSOCIATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY USING ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW:

For current city employees, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Recruiting Activities, Careers and search for Job ID#589480.

For all other applicants go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID#589480. Click on the "Apply" button.

If you do not have access to a computer, most public libraries have computers available for use.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

1. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization, and three years of full-time satisfactory experience working directly with juveniles or young adults (ages 10-24) in a group, community, educational, or institutional setting or program performing recreational, juvenile detention, vocational, mentoring, or anti-violence work; or youth leadership development, young adult leadership development, youth and family health promotion, community organizing with youth and families, and/or closely related activities, which can include internships, volunteer work, athletic programs, or closely related experience; or

2. An associate degree from an accredited college or completion of 60 semester credits of study at an accredited college including or supplemented by two years and three months of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above; or

3. An associate degree from an accredited college or completion of 60 semester credits of study at an accredited college, including or supplemented by 12 semester credits in social work, counseling, education, recreation, criminal justice, psychology, biology, sociology, human services or a closely related field; and one year and nine months of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above; or

4. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by one year and six months of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above; or
5. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 semester credits in social work, counseling, education, recreation, criminal justice, psychology, biology, sociology, human services or a closely related field and one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above; or

6. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, or “3” above:
a. Honorable full-time United States military service commanding young adults (up to age 24) may be substituted for experience as described in “1” above, on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two years of military service for two years of experience;
b. Academic coursework in social work, counseling, education, recreation, criminal justice, psychology, biology, sociology, human services or a closely related field may be substituted for experience as described in “1” above, at the rate of 12 semester credits from an accredited college for 6 months of experience;
c. General undergraduate education may be substituted for experience as described in “1” above, at the rate of 60 semester credits from an accredited college for 9 months of experience;

However, all candidates must possess a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above .
For Assignment to Assignment Level II
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level II, candidates must have at least one year of experience as an Associate Youth Development Specialist - Assignment Level I.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.