Salary: $39,300.00 - $66,800.00 Annually Location : Florence County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 180753 Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice Division: Community Services Opening Date: 09/30/2025 Closing Date: 10/14/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Residency Requirement: No Class Code:: CB70 Position Number:: 60031168 (180753) Normal Work Schedule:: Other Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 7:45 am-3:45 pm Pay Grade: GEN07 Hiring Range - Min.: $39,764.00 Opening Date: 09/30/2025 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov and follow the status of your application online. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION: It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation. JOB PURPOSE: Participates with state agencies, and organizations that are involved with at-risk youth and job readiness and career development programs/services. Assist in the development of policy and procedures, and the planning, implementation, evaluation, monitoring, and revision of the aforementioned programs in accordance with legislative mandates and Agency Mission.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under limited supervision of the Senior Manager of the Career and Opportunities Development for Educational Services Division, directs the administration of Career Readiness Center (CRC), assist with programming at the Empowerment & Enrichment Academy, Level Up sites (16).

Participates with state agencies, and organizations that are involved with at-risk youth and job readiness and career development programs/services.

Assist in the development of policy and procedures, and the planning, implementation, evaluation, monitoring, and revision of the aforementioned programs in accordance with legislative mandates and Agency Mission.

Coordinate additional services and programs to Midlands Empowerment & Enrichment Academy.

Support the Level Up sites and respond to any requests (programming/services) from the Level Up site.

Prepare CRC/Level Up monthly reports based on outcome measures and managing data for Career and Opportunities Development and Division of Educational Services and DJJ leadership.

Assists in marketing of the CRC/Level Up sites, serves as a back-up to the Career and Opportunities Senior Manager as needed.

Attends meetings.

Assist in the development of career and opportunities development programming and promotional materials, forms.

Travel as needed to promote and conduct training for the CRC and Level Up sites.

Provides statewide technical assistance, data collection and training to the Level Up sites (16), and long- and short-term facilities (45) and Division Educational Services Career Transition Teams and assist with job development services for two regions.

Performs other related job duties as requested or required. Minimum and Additional Requirements STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of the principles and theories of student development and educational administration.

Knowledge of the techniques of individual, group and career counseling (CDF).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Must have the ability to work in a high-stress, high traffic/fast-paced environment; and flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.

Moderate lifting of 40 lbs. or less, long periods of sitting and working at a computer monitor.

Capable of attending overnight trainings and workshops.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, and control, and transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided. Preferred Qualifications Additional Comments The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health, dental, and life insurance 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days of sick leave per year 13 paid holidays State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date. You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01

I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin. Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5607. Yes No

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I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age. The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies: Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph: 803-896-9595; Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law. Yes No

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I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above. Yes No

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I understand that my fingerprint record received from the FBI and SLED must indicate no felony convictions as a condition of employment. Yes No

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I certify that I have not been convicted of any criminal offenses that carries a sentence of 1 year or more or any criminal offenses that involves moral turpitude (an act contrary to the accepted rule of right and duty to man and society). Forfeiture of bond, a guilty plea, or plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction. Yes No

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Have you or any members of your family ever been a victim of a crime committed by a juvenile who is currently under the supervision of SCDJJ? If yes, type in "Yes" and give your last name of the juvenile, date, and location of trial. If no, please type "No". 07

Do you currently or have you ever worked in or have been professionally associated with a prison, jail, lock, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. § 1997? Yes No

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please list the institution(s) and your date(s) of employment. 09

Are you at least 21 years old? Yes No

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Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.? Yes No

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Are you currently employed or have you previously been employed with SCDJJ? Yes No

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Are you able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation? Yes No

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How did you hear about this position? SC State Government Website (careers.sc.gov) Career Fair SC Works Indeed.com DJJ Employee Other

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If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name. 16

If you answered "Other " to the previous question, please tell us how you learned of this position. 17

Do you have a bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs? Yes No

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I understand that any misrepresentation, omission of facts, or otherwise falsification on this application and attachments will result in disapproval of this application or termination of employment. Yes No

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Please provide us with two (2) references. One (1) professional reference and one (1) personal reference (non-family member). Please list name(s), phone number(s), and email address(es). Required Question