Community Reentry Services Manager (WMS1) - Seattle

About the Department

Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and Our vision is to ensure that “All Washington's children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community".

Job Title: Community Reentry Services Manager – Non permanent

Location: Seattle, WA

Close Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 

Salary: $74,630.00 - $93,288.00 Yearly

This non-permanent appointment is expected to last up to one year.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is accepting applications for a Community Reentry Services Manager (WMS1) to assist the Regional Administrator in the planning, implementation, staff utilization and monitoring of regional parole and community services aftercare supports. The position is directly responsible, in both a primary and out-stationed office(s), for the oversight and administration of:

• Functional Family Parole,
• Community Reentry Services for All,
• The County Consolidated Juvenile Court Contract,
• Community Transition Services,
• Transformational mentorship and other client service contracts. 

Click here to learn more about DCYF.

The Opportunity (WMS1):

In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of Juvenile Rehabilitation's local parole supervision and community aftercare services. You will plan, organize, lead, and manage the work performed by the regional office, providing direct supervision to community counseling staff and other regional staff as assigned. Your responsibilities will include optimizing the use of regional resources, enhancing employee effectiveness through timely appraisals and professional development, and ensuring the successful execution of at-risk youth prevention programs in collaboration with local Juvenile Courts. Additionally, you will monitor the local contract for oversight of the monthly Juvenile Court Block Grant and detention billings.

Some of what you will do:

• Manage, supervise and direct staff, conduct timely employee evaluations, and ensure employees receive training to accomplish duties of position.
• Participate and promote strategies to address, recruit and develop a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Assist and support DCYF Policy 10.03 Tribal Relations and the implementation of Tribal Residential Service Agreements.
• Supervise the delivery of Functional Family Parole (FFP) interventions and services to youth and families, ensures continuous quality improvement, and provides consultation to FFP case managers.
• Ensure compliance with the Governor’s Reentry Executive Order 16-05.
• Monitor and manage regional contract expenditures and assist with audits and inventory.
• Provide leadership in the delivery of cognitive, behavioral and evidence informed treatment interventions with parole youth and families.
• Ensure Reentry Team Meetings are facilitated for all youth reentering their community within the designated Region and during FFP.
• Oversee the delivery of case management and direct supervision of the Community Transition Services to eligible youth and young adults completing their legal obligations.
• Assist in promoting community-based access to reentry and rehabilitation treatment and services for all youth and young adults returning to the local community.
• Negotiate, administer, monitor and manage contracts and grants with Juvenile Courts and community-based contracted service providers, monitor compliance, and approve expenditures for selected purchased services.
• Monitor and conduct compliance audits for community-based programs.

Required qualifications:

Seven years of professional experience overseeing significant project or program implementation in a juvenile justice setting, AND one year of supervisory experience. Demonstrated knowledge and/or accreditation in Functional Family Parole (FFP) interventions with the ability to provide clinical consultation and quality assurance oversight to FFP case managers.

Two years of experience as a JR Specialist, AND no less than two years managing current juvenile justice interventions with expertise and/or knowledge in juvenile justice trends within the last ten years may substitute for one year of supervisory experience.

OR

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Public Administration, Social Sciences or a closely allied field AND five years of professional experience overseeing significant project or program implementation in a juvenile justice setting, AND one year of supervisory experience. Demonstrated knowledge and/or accreditation in Functional Family Parole (FFP) interventions with the ability to provide clinical consultations and quality assurance oversight to FFP case managers.

OR

A master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Public Administration, Social Sciences or a closely allied field, AND four years of professional experience overseeing significant project or program implementation in a juvenile justice setting, AND one year of supervisory experience. Demonstrated knowledge and/or accreditation in Functional Family Parole (FFP) interventions with the ability to provide clinical consultation and quality assurance oversight to FFP case managers.

Required Knowledge and Competencies.

The incumbent must demonstrate proven expertise and practical knowledge in the following areas:

• Possess expertise in providing services to youth and understand adolescent development, at-risk youth and juvenile offender behavior, and principles/techniques and trends in juvenile rehabilitation.
• Possess knowledge of juvenile risk and protective factors, evidence/researched based intervention programs that reduce recidivism, Community Transition Services, and JR’s integrated Treatment Model including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Functional Family Parole/Therapy, principles of community-based supervision, treatment of sex offenders and offenders with substance abuse and/or mental health issues, and principles of casework practices, management, public administration and supervision.
• possess a high level of knowledge of community resources, including development of new resources and have proficiency at maintaining community relations. Key community relationships may include but is not limited to: school districts; treatment providers; Tribes: community colleges; Juvenile Courts and local law enforcement.
• Familiarity with the state contracting process, DOP specifications, the Washington State Juvenile Justice Act, Washington Administrative Code and Revised Code of Washington as it pertains to juveniles, DCYF Administrative Policies and JR Policies, case law and the Collective Bargaining Master Agreement.
• Experience working in a community setting, and thrive in a highly accountable and measured performance environment.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following: 

• Preference will be given to supervisory/administrative experience with community-based residential programs for juvenile offenders.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze challenging situations in a social series environment and prioritize appropriate courses of action applying sound judgement and professional standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of adolescent development and juvenile rehabilitation practices and principles; experience providing cognitive/behavioral therapeutic interventions.
• Demonstrated competency in relating to clients from diverse backgrounds and cultural groups
• Knowledge of youth/young adults development behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences related to juvenile delinquency.

How do I apply:

Complete the online application and attach the following documents to your profile:

• Letter of interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
• Current resume detailing experience and education.

Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington's children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

Applicants selected for an interview are required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but is considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

This position requires at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver’s license.

If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment or if you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact the DCYF Recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email [email protected]. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

 DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.

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Benefits

More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note:  If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. 

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays 
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. 

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave 
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. 

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.  

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave 
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

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