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Alternative Sentencing Supervisor

Salary

$30.00 - $32.00 Hourly

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Job Number

02668

Department

Sheriff

Division

CSB- Alternative Sentencing

Opening Date

07/29/2025

Closing Date

8/13/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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General Summary

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The Alternative Sentencing programs give participants the opportunity to repay the community while continuing to work and maintain pro-social ties. Additionally, the programs help the taxpayers of Ada County by reducing jail population and costs. The Alternative Sentencing Supervisor leads this mission by overseeing the staff and programs assigned to the Alternative Sentencing Division. These programs include: Sheriff’s Community Service, Sheriff’s Labor Detail, Community Transition Program, Scheduled Sentence Program, House Arrest, and Out Of County. This position is located within the Court Services Bureau of the Ada County Sheriff's Office.

Distinguishing Features of the Class:

The incumbent performs moderately complex and varied work under general direction. The position is given latitude to exercise discretion and independent judgment to accomplish tasks.

BENEFITS

Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurances

Idaho PERSI retirement plan

Deferred Compensation plan 457(b) with a County match of up to 3%

Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care

Post-Employment Health Plan – 50% of unused sick leave above 240 hours

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

No cost basic life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurances

Eleven (11) paid holidays annually

Paid vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave

No cost gym access at three (3) County owned gym facilities

Wellness Program

Optional 401(k) and/or Roth IRA

Visit adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our full benefits package.

Essential Functions

Employee Supervision:

+ Assigns work, evaluates performance, tracks time and coordinates vacation schedules for a diverse team of Case Managers, Administrative staff and additional staff to support the programs;

+ Supervises a team of personnel whose work spans across a seven-day work week and may require being on call on the weekends for program related issues;

+ Counsels employees regarding programs, complaints, and disciplinary action;

+ Makes recommendations about the hiring, discipline, and termination of staff, agency partners and interns;

+ Conducts and leads staff meeting and interagency partner meetings; and

+ Develops and performs regular Quality Assurance and observation audits of staff and internal files to ensure accuracy of information and correct implementation of processes.

Program Supervision:

+ Oversees high liability clientele in a public facing environment;

+ Maintains programs that utilizes evidence-based practices to mitigate safety risks to the public and foster participant success;

+ Oversees and maintains accuracy of participant risk assessments;

+ Responsible for all program screening and removals based on eligibility requirements, liability concerns, and community safety;

+ Oversees and maintains the financial processes for all programs;

+ Responds to escalated situations and requests from participants, the public, law enforcement partners, and stakeholders; and

+ Fosters relationships with other bureaus to ensure consistent processes with participants.

Additional Functions:

+ Participates in the planning of division and agency goals and objectives;

+ Researches and maintains ongoing awareness of best practices in the field of criminal justice;

+ Ensures related policy and procedure manuals are up to date and being followed;

+ Educates various stakeholders about Alternative Sentencing programs;

+ Reviews reports, ensures that appropriate data measures are being tracked and reported to Alternative Sentencing stakeholders;

+ Assists in developing the annual budget;

+ Researches possible opportunities for grant funding;

+ Develops and maintains effective working relationships with all Ada County Court staff and other stakeholders working in the criminal justice system;

+ Serves as a member of the Court Services Leadership Team; and

+ Performs related functions as required.

Job Requirements

+ Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other related Social Science field required;

+ Previous experience supervising/leading staff preferred;

+ Experience in conflict resolution and problem solving;

+ Experience in program process and development;

+ Knowledge of legal terminology, rules and laws pertaining to law enforcement and the court system;

+ Knowledge of rehabilitative resources available in the community, Idaho laws and criminal justice procedures;

+ Ability to develop and/or provide coaching regarding work processes to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness;

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, participants, county and state officials, and officials of other entities associated with the Ada County Sheriff’s Office;

+ Ability to balance consistent program;

+ Ability to diffuse angry and/or hostile individuals and situations and to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations;

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality;

+ Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;

+ Ability to complete all tasks accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision; and

+ Must be able to follow and adhere to the regulations, procedures, and policies of the Sheriff’s Office.

Other Requirements:

+ Employee is required to carry and operate a two-way radio;

+ Must appear before an oral board and successfully complete a polygraph and background investigation;

+ This position requires working a flexible work schedule based upon Alternative Sentencing program needs, which may include occasional evenings and weekends;

+ Must possess and maintain a valid Idaho driver’s license;

+ This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

+ Work is performed primarily in an office environment, in the Community Transition Center, and/or jail; the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;

+ Position frequently requires a combination of sitting and standing to accomplish tasks and the ability to lift up to 20lbs;

+ Most of the work is performed around offenders and involves an element of personal danger.

Disclaimer:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

Healthcare:

+ Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

+ Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

+ PERSI retirement benefits

+ 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

+ 401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

+ Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

+ Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

+ Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

+ 11 paid holidays per year

+ 8 weeks paid Parental Leave

+ Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

+ Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

+ 5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

+ Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

+ Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

+ Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

+ NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

+ Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

+ Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

+ AFLAC

Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

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Describe your supervisory philosophy and summarize your supervisory experience.

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Explain your understanding of the Alternative Sentencing and the benefits to the jail, community and participants.

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I have reviewed the pay rate or range for this position and the posted wage is acceptable to me.

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Employer

Ada County

Department

Sheriff

Address

7200 Barrister Dr. Boise, Idaho, 83704

Website

www.adacounty.id.gov/sheriff

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