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The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves the state's justice involved youth up to the age of 21.

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Our Commissioner

On May 3, 2023, Governor Brian P. Kemp appointed Shawanda Reynolds-Cobb as the Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

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FY2023 Annual Report
FY 2023 Annual Report
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The DJJ Update Q1 2024

DJJ Quarterly Video Newsletter
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My Life, Your Story

Power of Peace Success

The assigned Service of Process Designees for the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice can be found on the Office of Legal Services page.

Service of Process Designee
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Working At DJJ

Learn more about Working at DJJ
DJJ Review April 2024

The DJJ Review Newsletter

Class of 24

2024 Youth High School Graduation

GPA Graduation Video
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Become a Residential and Community Provider

Room, Board and Watchful Oversight (RBWO) involves the delivery of lodging, food, and attentive and responsible care to children in the juvenile justice system. Learn more and become a Residential and Community Provider!

RBWO Information & Application

WRAP Information & Application

F.R.E.S.H. Start Youth Initiative

F.R.E.S.H. Start Youth Initiative provides current and former DJJ youth supervised in the community with career opportunities.

Transforming U Initiative

DJJ's Transforming U Initiative strives to improve employees' overall health and well-being in all aspects of their lives.

Transforming U Initiative
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Join Our Team In 2024!

Searching for the ideal job? Your search ends here! DJJ Career Fairs are designed to assist you in advancing your professional career, offering positions like Juvenile Correctional Officer, Probation Specialist, Education Aide, Warehouse Worker, Recreation Supervisor, and MANY MORE.

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  • Upcoming Career Fairs

    DJJ is searching for special candidates to become part of our dedicated team of professionals.

    Job seekers can visit Team Georgia for more information about career opportunities in juvenile corrections.

  • Waycross RYDC Career Fair: November 7, 2024

    The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) will be part of a Career Fair on November 7, 2024from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for the Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center.

  • Atlanta YDC Job Fair: November 7, 2024

    The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) will hold a Job Fair in College Park, Georgia, on  November 7, 2024 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for the Atlanta Youth Development Campus.

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Tour of Metro RYDC by Voices for Georgia's Children
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BJCOT Graduation

Watch the Graduation Here

Media Inquiries

The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) Office of Communications is the point of contact for media inquiries from all local, state and national news organizations. 

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Power of Peace Project

Eastman Certificate Ceremony

Resources for Parents and Guardians

Contact

The Office of the Ombudsman

Family members, advocates, and other concerned citizens can report complaints to the Office of the Ombudsman on behalf of youth under supervision of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

[email protected]
About the Ombudsman
Toll Free
(855) 396-2978
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3408 Covington Highway
Decatur, GA 30032

Latest News

Press Releases

DJJ Graduates New Correctional Officers

September 04, 2024

Georgia DJJ Youth Detention Centers Receive National Reaccreditation

August 29, 2024

DJJ Welcomes New Correctional Officers

July 16, 2024
Other DJJ News Releases

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