The Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office has opened a nationwide search for its next Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) Administrator. Terri Broadus, the longtime leader, prepares to retire after 30 years of service.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the Administrator oversees all aspects of JDC operations and programs. These include policy development, interagency coordination, training, and budget preparation. The position also plays a direct role in ensuring the care, custody, and rehabilitation of youth at the facility.
“The Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office is seeking an energetic, passionate, and experienced person to fill the Juvenile Detention Center Administrator position,” said Sheriff Daniel Soptic. “As our current, long-term Administrator is retiring, we are looking to bring someone into the agency that shares the same vision and commitment as the Sheriff’s Office and our current Administrator. The Juvenile Detention Center is charged with the care, custody, and leadership of those in the facility, and the Administrator directly shares in that responsibility. The person we hire must be well-versed in the world of juvenile detention laws, specifically pertaining to juvenile justice and best practices for juvenile detention. We are excited to see who our next Juvenile Detention Administrator will be.”
The Sheriff’s Office noted that the new Administrator will guide staff training programs. They will also prepare the annual department budget. Additionally, they will ensure the center continues to meet juvenile justice standards and best practices.
Job details, including qualifications and requirements, are available on the Unified Government’s Careers webpage.
