Juvenile Correctional Sergeant - Gainesville RYDC - Gainesville, GA (NSC)

Georgia Department of Revenue • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The Juvenile Correctional Sergeant positively impacts the lives of youth in the care of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice by helping create and maintain a safe, therapeutic, and educational facility environment. The role provides detained youth with support, guidance, and structure, while modeling and reinforcing patience, empathy, cooperation, professionalism, respect, and other pro-social behaviors.

The sergeant supervises, guides, and instructs subordinate staff and assists the shift supervisor with facility administration. The position may serve as Shift Supervisor when the Lieutenant is absent.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six months of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer 3 (PSP222) or equivalent.
• Successfully complete Leadership Core Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced within the first six months of employment, or have four years of military experience.
• Possess and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six months of employment.
• Meet agency-established physical agility standards; a validated physical agility assessment may be required before hiring and at other intervals under agency policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain responsibility for the custody, security, and care of youth in accordance with Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice policies and standard operating procedures.
• Provide direct support, guidance, and structure for detained youth, emphasizing safety, personal conduct, care, and rehabilitation.
• Complete administrative paperwork and prepare and maintain records, forms, and reports.
• Inspect, inventory, and control security equipment and technology used to support youth safety and well-being.
• Maintain order and discipline through active supervision and intervention in inappropriate youth behavior.
• Support the training, selection, and orientation of subordinate correctional security staff.
• Review youth information to identify issues requiring special attention.
• Oversee officer activities and performance to ensure the custody, security, and welfare of youth.
• Assist the shift supervisor with facility administration and serve as Shift Supervisor in the Lieutenant's absence.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement and savings plan options
• Paid holidays
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Total Rewards programs intended to improve work environment, job satisfaction, and work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED