Unit Supervisor

Unit Supervisor

Salary

$73,340.80 Annually

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Grant-funded Full-time

Job Number

17093

Department

Juvenile Probation Department

Division

Residential Services

Opening Date

08/14/2026

Closing Date

9/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

About Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD):

Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) is the third-largest juvenile justice agency in the country and the second-largest department in Harris County, employing over 1,200 professionals dedicated to youth justice transformation and reform. HCJPD is committed to improving outcomes for youth, reducing racial disproportionality, and ensuring a safe environment for both staff and residents. We continuously innovate by implementing systemic changes to lower detention populations and promote positive youth development.

About Residential Services:

The Residential Services Division consists of a Juvenile Detention Center and two post-adjudicated facilities. The facilities house youth who are awaiting court and youth who are placed into the department's custody by the juvenile courts. The facilities provide direct care and supervision for all youth placed with the department along with providing mental health and behavioral treatment programs.

Position Overview:

The Unit Supervisor is a certified Youth Development Coach that manages the housing units in the Harris County Juvenile Probation Departments Residential Facilities. The goal of the Unit Supervisor is to assist in facilitating an environment that encourages and promotes positive change, while providing a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for the youth placed in the custody of the Juvenile Probation Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the housing unit operations and directly supervise the Youth Development Coaches of the facility. Ensure adequate staff coverage according to ratios mandated by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
• Monitor, coach, and assist staff on departmental interventions and strategies to include point cards, MANDT, TBRI, restorative practices, etc.
• Ensure cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of residential housing units.
• Ensure departmental policies and procedures are adhered to by staff members while carrying out the daily program schedule. Address policy and procedure violations by coaching and training staff members.
• Communicate with visitors, families, volunteers, vendors, and other agencies that conduct business within the facility.
• Enter documentation in the departmental electronic database.
• Review and generate documents, which includes but is not limited to: incident reports, logs, payroll forms, workers compensation forms, etc. Must ensure that all documentation is submitted within allotted time frames.
• Assist in conducting internal investigations and report findings to the Facility Administrator, Assistant Facility Administrator, Shift Supervisor, and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hc

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution and
• Three (3) years of full-time experience working in casework, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections, or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons.

OR

• BS/BA from an accredited college or university and
• One (1) year of full-time paid experience working in casework, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections, or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Possess acceptable basic spelling, writing and grammar.
• Ability to establish working relationships with the public and staff members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active certification as a Juvenile Supervision Officer (Youth Development Officer) in accordance with TJJD requirements.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Licensure:

• Must possess a valid Texas Drivers License with appropriate liability auto insurance coverage.

Additional Requirements:

• Upon receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must undergo a criminal background check and drug screening.
• All employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, as well as testing based on reasonable suspicion that the employee may be under the influence of a substance prohibited by the county's drug and alcohol policy during the course and scope of employment.
• In the event of a public emergency declared by the county, staff may be assigned to other duties, facilities, or departments under the supervision of another county department.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
• Employees in this position must possess and maintain a valid Texas Drivers license and maintain liability insurance coverage at least equal to the minimum amounts required by law.
• Certified copies of educational transcripts and/or college credits will be required during the hiring process.
• This position involves working with challenging youth where the use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Grant-funded Full-time

• Direct care employees require a flexible schedule to provide coverage for programs.

• May include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Hours will be discussed during departmental interview.

Salary:

• $73,340.80 Annually

• Based on 26 pay periods

Open Position Location:

• Residential Services

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or GED diploma
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree
• None of the above

02

Which of the following best describes your verifiable years of full-time experience working in casework, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections, or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)

• Less than one (1) year
• One (1) year but less than two (2) years
• Two (2) years but less than three (3) years
• Three (3) years or more
• I do not have this experience

03

This role requires a Valid Drivers License (Texas upon hire) Do you have a Valid Drivers License?

• Yes, I have a Valid Texas Drivers License
• Yes, I have a Valid Drivers License but understand I must obtain a Valid Texas Drivers License prior to start date
• No, Im not interested

04

Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx