Superintendent Green Hill School (Exempt) Chehalis
Apply NowCompany: State of Washington
Location: Chehalis, WA 98532
Description:
Salary: $110,832.00 - $165,000.00 Annually
Location : Lewis County - Chehalis, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2025-01926
Department: Dept of Children, Youth, and Families
Division: Juvenile Rehabilitation: Green Hill
Opening Date: 03/28/2025
Description
Our vision is to ensure that "Washington state's children and youth grow up safe and healthy-thriving physically, emotionally and academically, nurtured by family and community."
Job Title: Juvenile Rehabilitation Superintendent (Exempt)
Location: Green Hill School, Chehalis, WACloses: Open until filled - A first review will take place on April 17th, 2025. The hiring manager may choose to close this posting at any time without notice.
Salary: $110,832 -$165,000 Annually - Pay will commensurate based on a candidate's experience, skills, education and training. The listed salary does not include an on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium pay.
Green Hill School Superintendent
Green Hill School is seeking a visionary Superintendent to lead our secure juvenile rehabilitation facility. The ideal candidate will possess a sophisticated understanding of the delicate balance between maintaining rigorous safety and security protocols while fostering a therapeutic environment that promotes genuine rehabilitation for incarcerated young and emerging adults 17-25 years of age.
Position Overview
As Superintendent, you will provide results-oriented leadership that integrates correctional best practices with therapeutic approaches. This role requires someone who recognizes how security measures impact the rehabilitative environment and can implement systems that serve both purposes effectively.
Key Responsibilities
This position requires a leader who recognizes that security and therapy are not competing priorities but complementary dimensions of effective juvenile rehabilitation. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in identifying and addressing correctional drift, implementing meaningful quality assurance processes, and driving continuous improvement throughout all facility operations.
Required Qualification:
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following knowledge of:
How do I apply?
Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:
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 mission 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.
Prior to a being hired, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position requires a minimum of 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 Steven Loduha (Talent Acquisition Manager) at
If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.
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 (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 (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 , 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, are entitled to three (3) 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
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
Location : Lewis County - Chehalis, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2025-01926
Department: Dept of Children, Youth, and Families
Division: Juvenile Rehabilitation: Green Hill
Opening Date: 03/28/2025
Description
Our vision is to ensure that "Washington state's children and youth grow up safe and healthy-thriving physically, emotionally and academically, nurtured by family and community."
Job Title: Juvenile Rehabilitation Superintendent (Exempt)
Location: Green Hill School, Chehalis, WACloses: Open until filled - A first review will take place on April 17th, 2025. The hiring manager may choose to close this posting at any time without notice.
Salary: $110,832 -$165,000 Annually - Pay will commensurate based on a candidate's experience, skills, education and training. The listed salary does not include an on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium pay.
Green Hill School Superintendent
Green Hill School is seeking a visionary Superintendent to lead our secure juvenile rehabilitation facility. The ideal candidate will possess a sophisticated understanding of the delicate balance between maintaining rigorous safety and security protocols while fostering a therapeutic environment that promotes genuine rehabilitation for incarcerated young and emerging adults 17-25 years of age.
Position Overview
As Superintendent, you will provide results-oriented leadership that integrates correctional best practices with therapeutic approaches. This role requires someone who recognizes how security measures impact the rehabilitative environment and can implement systems that serve both purposes effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Green Hill School in embodying DCYF/Juvenile Rehabilitation's mission, vision, and core values while implementing the strategic plan and Integrated Treatment Model to ensure public protection, quality of life for youth and staff, and safe conditions of confinement
- Demonstrate vigilance against correctional drift by establishing robust quality assurance protocols and continuous improvement mechanisms that maintain program fidelity and prevent regression to less effective practices
- Serve as appointing authority to recruit, develop, and retain a highly qualified, diverse team of staff who understand both security imperatives and therapeutic approaches
- Develop and manage budgetary resources strategically to support mission-critical priorities within established fiscal constraints
- Oversee facility operations to meet or exceed national, state, and local life, health, and safety standards while maintaining the therapeutic integrity of the environment
- Establish comprehensive policies and procedures that align with external compliance requirements while preserving a rehabilitation-focused culture
- Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships to advance the agency's strategic objectives and strengthen implementation of the Integrated Treatment Model
- Oversee clinical and administrative support functions to meet requirements of national standard-setting entities while prioritizing therapeutic outcomes
- Create systems that ensure facility safety and security while minimizing negative impacts on therapeutic programming and youth development
- Maintain strict adherence to applicable RCWs, WACs, DCYF and JR policies through a lens that balances compliance with rehabilitative goals
- Uphold all aspects of two Collective Bargaining Agreements while fostering a collaborative culture focused on innovation and improvement
This position requires a leader who recognizes that security and therapy are not competing priorities but complementary dimensions of effective juvenile rehabilitation. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in identifying and addressing correctional drift, implementing meaningful quality assurance processes, and driving continuous improvement throughout all facility operations.
Required Qualification:
- Twelve (12) years of progressive knowledge of and experience with developing, implementing, applying, and responding to leadership models; national accreditation standards; trends in juvenile and criminal justice; labor relations and law; systems/management change process; program design; group dynamics; political and legislative process; evidence/ research-based and promising programs in juvenile justice; adolescent growth and development; trauma-informed care; dialectical behavior therapy; positive youth development principles; management and engagement of diverse populations; racial and ethnic disparity impact and outcomes management; community engagement; RCW and WAC.
- A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education, in Public Administration, Social Sciences or a closely allied field AND Nine (9) years of progressive knowledge of and experience with developing, implementing, applying, and responding to leadership models; national accreditation standards; trends in juvenile and criminal justice; labor relations and law; systems/management change process; program design; group dynamics; political and legislative process; evidence/research-based and promising programs in juvenile justice; adolescent growth and development; trauma-informed care; dialectical behavior therapy; positive youth development principles; management and engagement of diverse populations; racial and ethnic disparity impact and outcomes management; community engagement; RCW and WAC.
- A Master's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education, in Public Administration, Social Sciences or a closely allied field AND Five (5) years of progressive knowledge of and experience with developing, implementing, applying, and responding to leadership models; national accreditation standards; trends in juvenile and criminal justice; labor relations and law; systems/management change process; program design; group dynamics; political and legislative process; evidence/research-based and promising programs in juvenile justice; adolescent growth and development; trauma-informed care; dialectical behavior therapy; positive youth development principles; management and engagement of diverse populations; racial and ethnic disparity impact and outcomes management; community engagement; RCW and WAC.
- The incumbent must possess expertise in providing services to young people and knowledge of adolescent development; at-risk youth and juvenile offender behavior; knowledge of gender specific principles and practices for female populations; principles/techniques and trends in juvenile rehabilitation. Incumbent should also possess knowledge of juvenile risk and protective factors; evidence/researched based intervention programs that reduce recidivism; JR Integrated Treatment Model including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Functional Family Parole/Therapy; principles of community-based supervision and treatment of sex offenders and offenders with substance abuse and/or mental health issues; principles of casework practices, management, public administration and supervision. Familiarity with: state contracting process; DOP specifications; Washington State Juvenile Justice Act; Washington Administrative Code and Revised Code of Washington as it pertains to juveniles: DCYF Administrative Policies; JR Policies; case law and the Collective Bargaining Master Agreement.
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following knowledge of:
- Experience with management and delivery of behavioral health services in an intensive, residential treatment
setting. Preference will be given to supervisory/administrative experience with residential treatment programs
for juvenile offenders. - Demonstrated ability to analyze challenging situations in a social services environment and prioritize
appropriate courses of action applying sound judgment 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
group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences related to juvenile delinquency.
How do I apply?
Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:
- 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 mission 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.
Prior to a being hired, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position requires a minimum of 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 Steven Loduha (Talent Acquisition Manager) at
If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.
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 (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 (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 , 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, are entitled to three (3) 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
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022