Join the Division of Juvenile Justice Team!

Make a meaningful difference in Alaska's youth, families, and communities! In the Division of Juvenile Justice you can be part of a dynamic team that actively works to hold juvenile offenders accountable for their behavior, promote the safety and restoration of victims and communities, and assist offenders and their families in developing skills to prevent crime.

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Join the Division of Juvenile Justice Team!

Make a meaningful difference in Alaska's youth, families, and communities! In the Division of Juvenile Justice you can be part of a dynamic team that actively works to hold juvenile offenders accountable for their behavior, promote the safety and restoration of victims and communities, and assist offenders and their families in developing skills to prevent crime.

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The Division of Juvenile Justice is Hiring!

The Alaska Department of Family and Community Services is still hiring for essential positions. This includes roles in the Office of Children's Services and positions that provide patient, resident, or food services at 24-hour facilities such as the Alaska Psychiatric Institute, Pioneer Homes, and Juvenile Justice Facilities. These positions are exempt from the statewide hiring freeze that took effect on May 9, 2025.

We remain committed to protecting the health and safety of Alaskans. Job postings that are not affected by the freeze will stay open on Workplace Alaska through their listed closing dates. If you are passionate about serving vulnerable Alaskans, we encourage you to apply.

For details on which positions are impacted by the hiring freeze, please refer to Governor Dunleavy's Administrative Order 358.

View the current DJJ job listings on Workplace Alaska.

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Juvenile Justice Counselor

Juvenile Probation Officer

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Is this job right for me?

DJJ is a remarkable place to build your career! Explore the exciting aspects of joining our team:

Empowering Youth, Preventing Crime: At DJJ we wholeheartedly believe, with the right support and empathy, we can empower young individuals and proactively prevent crime.
Fostering Connections: Recognizing the significance of building strong bonds, our staff forge enduring coaching relationships with young individuals and their families. We also emphasize setting boundaries and guiding youth in doing the same.
Nurturing Environment: We're dedicated to creating a supportive space for every young person's growth and success so every young person can flourish.

If all of this excites you, this job is right for you!

Watch the videos below to hear from DJJ staff and learn more about working at a couple of our facilities:

Kenai Peninsula Youth Facility Recruitment Video from DOH on Youtube.

Bethel Youth Facility Recruitment Video from DOH on Youtube.

Where are we located?

The Department of Juvenile Justice has state offices in Juneau and Anchorage, and probation services and youth centers all over Alaska. See our Contact page to find out where each office is located.