Center Standards Officer

Job Corps is a federally funded, residential vocational training program for socioeconomically disadvantaged youth aged 16-24, with over 120 locations across the U.S. (www.JobCorps.gov). The Center Standards Officer role manages and determines the overall course of action of the Center’s student conduct system in compliance with the Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH) to promote positive student behavior and a safe learning environment.

Essential Functions

1. Develop and administer a comprehensive student incentive program to include a tiered system of rewards based on achievement of academic and career technical training (CTT) goals, demonstration of employability and career success skills, and service learning. Include “on the spot” incentives for demonstration of significant positive behaviors and ensure the staff records positive incidents in the Center Information System (CIS).

2. Strictly enforce Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy as outlined in the PRH and ensure all new students are thoroughly trained on the policy. Provide ongoing Zero Tolerance training to staff and students in compliance with the PRH.

3. Develop and administer the Center’s Behavior Management plan to include rules and progressive sanctions for all minor behavioral infractions as outlined in the PRH.

4. Propose changes regarding the Student Peer Court as part of the progressive discipline process.

5. Collect and analyze information regarding student incidents through judicial system oversight and ensure all negative incidents are entered in designated Job Corps applications. Implement procedures to conduct Fact Finding Boards (FFBs) to include the required FFB composition, procedures, and appeals process in compliance with the PRH.

6. Collaborate with the academic and CTT departments to promote positive student attendance and address students with unexcused class absences and tardiness.

7. Maintain student disciplinary files in hard copy and in E-Folder in compliance with the PRH.

8. Communicate with the parents/guardians of minors regarding behavior as needed.

9. Participate in regular evaluations of student progress and case management meetings to provide input on behavioral progress and interventions as needed.

10. Monitor and track behavioral trends using Job Corps information systems to advise management on corrective actions.

11. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, juvenile justice or related field and two years’ experience working with youth. Equivalent combination of experience and training may substitute for education. High level of conflict resolution skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Effective relationship-building skills with students and staff. Information technology proficiency including MS Office.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, juvenile justice or related field and four years’ experience working with youth.

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Why Our work Matters:

Strategix Management LLC (Strategix) is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified 8(a) and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) management consulting firm with offices in Washington, DC. We focus on providing federal government agencies and other clients with innovative solutions to modernize how they do business and serve their constituents. Strategix has experienced exceptional growth across all practice areas by applying our team’s collective management consulting experience and by providing breakthrough solutions with superior client service. We are seeking talented professionals who are focused on innovation, servant-leadership, and real-world change to support and continue our rapid growth.

Our firm has partnered with some of the most influential commercial organizations and government agencies to provide mission critical and high priority solutions to the most challenging national and global issues. At Strategix, we listen to understand our customers' needs and deliver real solutions to imagine, safeguard and develop a more connected and healthier world.

Strategix Management LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Company Sponsored Benefits:

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Strategix’s compensation package including health benefits from CareFirst Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans. Our medical insurance includes nationwide POS (PPO equivalent) options ranging from Bronze to Platinum levels with an average employer contribution of 70% and an employee contribution of 30% for the base plan. Our dental and vision insurance includes an employer contribution of 75% and an employee contribution of 25% for the respective corporate selected plans.