Institutional Supervisor I

County of Contra Costa • Martinez, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Contra Costa County Probation Department is hiring one Institutional Supervisor I at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall in Martinez, California, a 24-hour facility housing juveniles pre- and post-disposition. Institutional Supervisor I incumbents are first-line supervisors of Juvenile Institution Officers responsible for the care and custody of detained or committed youth. At Juvenile Hall, they serve as shift supervisors under the direction of a Probation Manager and may act as Facility Supervisor during the graveyard shift when a Probation Manager is absent. The position may also be assigned to continuum-of-care programs in the Probation Department.

Assignments may include Juvenile Hall operations such as intake, visiting, and transportation; court-ordered programs; youth living units; and Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF) programs. The role focuses on overseeing staff and youth well-being, safety, and rehabilitation. The posting notes that shifts may include swing or graveyard shifts and that days can be unpredictable and non-routine.

The department seeks someone knowledgeable about juvenile group and casework methods, institutional counseling, Juvenile Hall policies and programs, and effective staff supervision and communication. Candidates must meet the stated education, experience, licensing, citizenship, and physical health requirements. The recruitment process includes application and supplemental questionnaire review followed by an online interview for candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.

Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License throughout employment; a valid out-of-state license is accepted during the application process.
• Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Corrections, Social Work, or a closely related field.
• Meet one of the following experience paths: three years of full-time or equivalent experience as a Juvenile Institution Officer, including one year at the Juvenile Institution Officer II level in Contra Costa County classified service; or three years of full-time or equivalent experience as a Deputy Probation Officer in Contra Costa County classified service, including one year at the Deputy Probation Officer II level.
• One year of additional qualifying experience of the specified type may substitute for the required academic major.
• Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien eligible for and having applied for citizenship.
• Be able to meet health standards prescribed by the County Medical Consultant.
• Demonstrate knowledge of accepted juvenile group and casework techniques and practices.
• Communicate effectively with administration and staff.
• Understand principles and techniques used for individual and group counseling in an institutional setting.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Juvenile Hall policies and programs.
• Complete required Disaster Service Worker-related training and return to work as ordered in an emergency.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Juvenile Institution Officers engaged in the care and custody of detained or committed youth.
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of youth.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and records.
• Enforce policies consistently, fairly, and appropriately.
• Motivate employees to improve performance and achieve established goals.
• Train, coach, and supervise staff members.
• Adopt effective courses of action during emergencies.
• Oversee assigned Juvenile Hall operations, court-ordered programs, youth living units, or Secure Youth Treatment Facility programs.
• Relay information about Juvenile Hall policies and programs to the public.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager