Criminal Justice Planner

Recruitment #060419-MFEB01-100700

Summary Statement

An incumbent in this class monitors subgrant programs for compliance with state and federal regulations and provides staff support to the subcommittees of the Delaware Criminal Justice Council.  

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

  • Assists Council in identifying problems with Criminal Justice agencies and develops methods of resolving same.
     
  • Monitors agency subgrant programs for compliance with state and federal regulations.
     
  • Develops and drafts operating policies and procedures for proposed programs.
     
  • Trains and orients user agency staff in the policies, procedures and usage of programs.
     
  • Staffs committees and task forces involved in the research and/or investigation of issues involving Criminal Justice agencies.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Criminal Justice Planner
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Knowledge of criminal justice research which includes systematic study to discover and establish facts.
  2. Knowledge of interacting with criminal justice organizations such as law enforcement, courts, corrections, parole boards, community groups, or local governments.
  3. Knowledge of program evaluation which includes evaluating programs and services to identify problems, determine compliance and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency to ensure program goals and overall objectives are met.
  4. Knowledge of recommending alternatives, improvements, courses of action and other changes based on findings.
  5. Knowledge of developing policies or procedures.

Conditions of Hire

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.