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Washington County announces appointment of Jennifer Keerle as director of juvenile services
Summary
Washington County staff announced that Jennifer Keerle has been appointed director of Juvenile Services following a national search; county leaders praised Keerle’s community-focused leadership during the work session.
Washington County staff told the Board of Commissioners that Jennifer Keerle has been appointed director of Juvenile Services following a national public search. The announcement was made during the board’s work session.
County staff described Keerle as a leader with a ‘human centered’ approach who prioritizes juveniles, their families and departmental staff. “She is a human centered leader and truly cares about the community we serve,” said Ms. Angie (staff member), who asked the board to join her in congratulating Keerle. A separate summary of Keerle’s professional history and contributions was placed in commissioners’ packets.
The announcement was informational; no formal vote or action was recorded in the work session transcript. Commissioners responded with congratulations and brief remarks noting the demands of juvenile justice work and the importance of leadership continuity.
The county did not provide details in the meeting about an effective date, salary, or transition plan; those items were not specified in the session record.
