Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) Administrator

Salary : $72,264.00 - $115,632.00 Annually
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: IHA 93047 10/12/2026
Department: Colorado Department of Human Services
Division: OCYF (Office of Children, Youth & Families)
Opening Date: 10/12/2026
Closing Date: 10/25/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 1575 Sherman St. Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information:
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Hybrid with two days per week in the office.

Schedule: 8-5, with some weekend or evening work for occasional (rare) events.

Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change.
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Description of Job

About this Unit:
The Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) is a Type-1 transfer agency with independent statutory authority to conduct parole hearings for all youth committed by the Judicial branch to the custody of the Department of Human Services (CDHS), Division of Youth Services (DYS) system. The JPB members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. The JPB consists of 5 citizen-at-large members and 4 state department members from the Department of Education, Department of Human Services, Department of Labor and Employment, and the Department of Public Safety.

The work unit consists of a statutorily mandated Administrator professional appointed by the Executive Director of CDHS and support staff pursuant to 19-2.5-1201 (6) C.R.S. that provide high-level technical and professional support to interpret circumstances in a variety of situations to the JPB members; to track, review, and conduct juvenile parole hearings; and to coordinate with client managers/parole officers and Administration in DYS.

About this Position:
Position serves as the statutorily mandated Administrator to the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) pursuant to 19-2.5-1201 (6) C.R.S. This position is responsible for analytical decisions for administrative oversight of operational aspects of the JPB, serving as a liaison between board members, the DYS, and the CDHS.

The position provides leadership for the JPB, interprets and implements policies and procedures, provides program oversight and management, works with the JPB statutory board to develop and implement policy decisions and statewide parole hearing processes, delivers program structure and guidance, and works collaboratively with the DYS leadership and client managers/parole officers.

In addition, this position promotes and leads the procedural functions of the JPB to include ensuring that the work of this unit is completed in a timely and accurate manner, providing coaching and mentoring to staff and board members, and empowering a workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, ethical behaviors, and cohesiveness. Assists the Chair in planning, directing, and the operations of the JPB. Prepares briefings and advises the Chair and the Board on policy issues and new or updated legislation. Prepares operational plans and manages communications. Position provides fiscal oversight, performance management, personnel supervision, policy implementation, and process improvement.

Summary of Duties:
Juvenile Parole Board Administration and Facilitation
This position serves as a work leader for the Juvenile Parole Board (JPB) and is responsible for critical decision-making regarding the policy and the business of the board. This position is responsible for program management duties, including legislative and budget development and oversight, making recommendations to the Governor for board member appointments, board member onboarding and training; managing and providing leadership to the JPB, creating supportive policies, staff to ensure that training and technical assistance opportunities are available to community partners, board members, and staff. Makes decisions on how to collect, analyze, and present data regarding board decisions.

Provides leadership, guidance, and recommendations to a statutory board comprised of 5 citizen members and 4 appointees from the departments of Education, Human Services, Labor and Employment, and Public Safety. Coordinates with the CDHS Boards and Commissions Liaison and the Governor's Boards and Commissions Office and Legislature for board member appointments and Senate confirmations.

In addition, this position promotes and leads the procedural functions of the JPB to include ensuring that the work of this unit is completed in a timely and accurate manner, providing coaching and mentoring to staff and board members, and empowering a workforce that embodies honesty, integrity, ethical behaviors, and cohesiveness. Assists the Chair in planning, directing, and the operations of the JPB. Prepares briefings and advises the Chair and the board on policy issues and new or updated legislation. Prepares operational plans and manages communications. Position provides fiscal oversight, performance management, personnel matters, policy implementation, and process improvement.

Position provides fiscal oversight of the JPB and VALE grant budgets. Works with the DCP and Office of Children, Aging and Community Services' Fiscal Officers on yearly budget tracing and monitoring. Maintains relationships with CDHS Accounting and Budgeting. In addition, works with Human Resources and the CDHS Controller to report to the PERA Board on compensation for PERA retiree citizen members.

Parole Hearing Administration of the JPB Providing Professional and Technical Support
Position administers/conducts hearings before the board and controls hearing proceedings (i.e., calling and swearing in witnesses, ruling on evidence, points of order, and admission of hearing attendees). This position is recognized as an expert in juvenile justice pertaining to juvenile parole, which enables the position to expertly advise the board during parole hearings on statutory provisions of Title 19 Colorado Children's Code, Title 18 Criminal Code, board rules, and policies. Ensures that JPB hearings are administered correctly, that decisions are appropriately documented, and that victim rights are appropriately applied pursuant to the Colorado Constitution and statutory requirements.

Position is responsible for scheduling all juvenile parole hearings and ensuring youth are eligible for parole and the length of parole. For ensuring hearings are appropriately staffed and conducted in accordance with statutes and policies governing juvenile parole. Notifying the committing court Judges, District Attorneys, and Community Review Boards of when a youth is being presented for parole. Position oversees the youth commitment and parole files and victim notification information in accordance with statute and state and federal law.

Supervision and Staff Development
This position manages and provides leadership to a full-time Administrator III #IHA 04943 (Deputy Administrator) and a full-time Administrator III #IHA 05047 (Victim Services Coordinator). This position provides leadership and supervision of the work performed by assigned staff, to include the Performance Management Program; resolves minor disputes and grievances; develops or modifies staffing patterns; approves leave, flex schedules, and monitors work-from-home expectations. This position is responsible for identifying and implementing plans to increase staff skills and knowledge and ensuring that staff are highly qualified, are trained in the appropriate curricula, and are provided the opportunity to develop the necessary training and facilitation skills to provide ongoing training in technical assistance. This position is responsible for providing regular feedback, supervision, coaching, and performance management for these positions with attention to accountability, career growth, professionalism, and the creation of a cohesive and efficient team.

The position requires monitoring that staff appropriately document JPB decisions, that victim services are provided pursuant to statutory requirements, and that administrative support is provided in a timely and accurate manner.

Other duties as assigned to support the program and division objectives as directed by the Division Director.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Experience Only:

• Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR
Education and Experience:

• A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned, equal to seven (7) years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with youth parole or residential youth centers.
• Prior experience managing a legislatively mandated board, council, or commission.
• Prior supervisory experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Full background check and reference check required
• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
• Motor Vehicle Check, if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.
• Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License or a non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border
• Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.
• Travel to DYS facilities is required at times to conduct parole hearings.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:

1. Disclose that information on the application.
2. Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
3. Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

• Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
  
  • Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process
A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.
Your Work Experience/Job Duties
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions, as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).