Juvenile Correctional Captain - Marietta RYDC - Marietta, GA (FSC)
Juvenile Justice, Department of•Marietta, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
Positively impact the lives of youth in the care of the Department of Juvenile Justice through the collaborative creation and maintenance of a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment in facilities. Provide support, guidance, and structure for our detained youth by modeling, encouraging, and reinforcing pro-social behaviors to include patience, empathy, cooperation, professionalism, and respect. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of supervisory law enforcement experience.
- One (1) year of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Lieutenant (PSP223) or equivalent.
- Three (3) years of military experience at E-6 or higher.
- Must possess and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six (6) months of employment.
- Must have valid Driver License.
Responsibilities
- Assumes responsibility for the custody, security, and care of youth through adherence to policies and standard operating procedures governing the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.
- Provides staff oversight during youth transfers from one facility to another.
- Maintains order and discipline by intervening with youth through active supervision and controlling inappropriate youth behavior to maintain a safe and secure environment.
- Ensures the provision of direct support, guidance, and structure for detained youth with an emphasis on safety, personal conduct, care, and rehabilitation.
- Supervises assigned staff and ensures conformity with department policies and procedures.
- Manages and directs administrative and human resource activities of subordinate staff.
- Implements applicable emergency plans and procedures.
- Provides oversight to subordinate staff in handling of contraband, coordinating youth activities, and head count procedures.
- Ensures that laws, policies, rules, and regulations are adhered to for the safety and security of youth and staff.
- Supervises contraband searches and inspections, inventories, maintains physical control of logs, keys, tools, weapons, and related equipment.
- Maintains knowledge of, complies with, and enforces all facility policies, rules, procedures, and regulations.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Retirement and savings plan options
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
