On July 1, 2022, the Department of Youth Development (DYD) officially became a Department with the County of Los Angeles. Presently, DYD has an Interim Director while the search for a permanent leader is being held. For historical sake, on November 24, 2020, the Board of Supervisors (Board) unanimously adopted the core values of Youth Justice Reimagined (YJR) and committed to transitioning the County's youth justice system to the care-first model outlined in the October 2020 Youth Justice Reimagined report (Youth Justice Report)[1] by 2025.

The Department of Youth Development (DYD) will coordinate investments in youth development and capacity-building needed to equitably reduce justice system involvement for youth and assume responsibility for the phased transition of Juvenile Probation functions over time. The Department will direct the planning, development, and implementation of alternatives to youth arrest and incarceration designed to support the wellbeing of all young people in Los Angeles County and advance the Youth Justice Reimagined model for an equitable, care-first youth justice system transformation.

As head of the DYD, the Director will manage and coordinate all efforts to advance youth development and alternatives to youth arrest and incarceration in Los Angeles County. This visionary leader will be responsible for developing and overseeing the creation of a new department. They will have a proven track record of strategic planning, policies, and progress towards goals and priorities in alignment with the needs of the Board of Supervisors. This innovative person will oversee and provide high-level leadership for a team of Youth Development staff focused on youth development collaboration, capacity-building, research, and innovation; youth diversion and restorative practices; youth housing and reentry; and other services and supports for all young people in Los Angeles County with a focus on young people who are involved in the justice system. The Director must be innovative, a strong leader, with positive interpersonal skills, inspirational and be able to motivate others, and build a strong team of experts with knowledgeable staff.

[1] http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/bos/supdocs/150726.pdf

All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.

This is an unclassified position. Interested individuals must apply as directed in the brochure.

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