Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  50701800

Description Activated On:  2/11/2026 11:12:15 AM

Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. 

 The JJSES Consultant provides critical statewide support for Pennsylvania's Juvenile Justice System Enhancement Strategy. This role centers on advancing systemic reforms in alignment with the Juvenile Justice System Enhancement Strategy (JJSES), including Commission priorities for evidence-based practices, fidelity assurance, and statewide implementation of newly mandated tools. The Consultant will work extensively with state-level JJSES Committees in the initial phase to co-develop strategic resources, training tools, policies, and implementation frameworks. Over time, responsibilities will expand to include direct technical assistance to county juvenile probation departments, supporting local implementation, sustainability, and fidelity to JJSES principles. Subject Matter Experts: One each in the East and West regions to provide technical assistance for the implementation and sustainability of the CTS, MAYSI-2, and PaDRAI implementation.

Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

Committee Support and Resource Development:
Collaborate with assigned JJSES committees to develop, revise, and distribute tools, guides, policies, and training materials consistent with JJSES goals.
Attend and facilitate committee meetings; provide research-based guidance to inform policy discussions and deliverables.
Develop documentation for practice standards, evidence-based interventions, and systems improvement efforts.
Provide targeted support for the implementation and sustained use of newly mandated screening and assessment tools (CTS, MAYSI-2, PaDRAI), ensuring consistency with JJSES and Commission standards.
Training and Technical Assistance:
Develop and deliver training sessions, presentations, and learning materials to support JJSES implementation at the county level.
Coordinate cross-county learning and knowledge-sharing through webinars, learning collaboratives, and peer training network.
Drive continuous professional development for local jurisdictions and JJSES committee participants.
County Engagement and Implementation Support:
Serve as a liaison to assigned counties, helping to assess readiness, develop implementation plans, and address challenges in JJSES application.
Travel to counties to provide guidance, hands-on technical assistance, facilitate planning meetings, and build capacity for long-term sustainability.
Promote integration of CQI processes, including data analysis, fidelity assessments, and feedback mechanisms to monitor local progress.
Evaluation and Reporting:
Collaborate with stakeholders and researchers to track implementation milestones and identify areas for system improvement.
Design and analyze outcome measures and evaluation tools aligned with JJSES benchmarks.
Prepare periodic progress reports, updates, and presentations for leadership and funding bodies.
Guide counties in aligning practice with Commission-defined Juvenile Court Standards and Conditions for the Juvenile Probation Services Grant (JPSG), including fidelity to mandatory EBPs.

Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

This position independently develops training materials, implementation tools, and evaluation strategies aligned with statewide juvenile justice goals. The Consultant also makes informed recommendations to counties and committees, guiding local implementation and fidelity to standards. While strategic direction is shaped by Commission priorities, the Consultant operates with autonomy in executing responsibilities and providing expert guidance.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Develop and revise JJSES tools, guides, and training materials.
 2. Facilitate committee meetings and provide research-based input.
 3. Create documentation for standards, interventions, and improvements.
 4. Lead implementation of CTS, MAYSI-2, and PaDRAI tools in counties.
 5. Deliver training sessions and presentations to support JJSES goals.
 6. Coordinate cross-county learning through webinars and collaboratives.
 7. Serve as liaison to counties for planning and implementation support.
 8. Travel on-site to provide technical assistance and sustainability coaching.
 9. Utilize a Commonwealth computer and associated software.
 10. Prepare reports and evaluations for leadership and stakeholders.