Juvenile Detention Officer I

Pima County

3d • $22 - $24 • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for the safety and well-being of youth referred to the Juvenile Court Detention Center. Develop positive working relationships with youth. Monitors and maintains a structured, caring, safe, healthy, and learning environment for detainees. Monitors and maintains security and control of the structured detention environment. Play a crucial role in maintaining order, and accountability within a secure juvenile detention environment.

Requirements

• A minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be a United States citizen or have legal resident status
• High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D. certificate
• A valid Arizona Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.
• Must have some knowledge of the purpose of juvenile detention.
• Must have knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to learn court policies, procedures, and the practices and rules of operation for the Detention Center.
• Must have the ability to learn defensive tactics, First Aid and CPR, develop good observation skills and the ability to respond to emergency and safety incidences in a proficient manner.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and work with a diversity of people, to include varied cultural, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Typically performs duties in a secure institution and may lift a detainee, materials, or equipment of 50 lbs or less.
• Incumbents are required to stand and walk for at least half of their scheduled work shift and physically required to bend, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl, and stoop.
• Must successfully pass juvenile detention officer background check requirements as governed by the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration (ACJA) § 6-106 and ACJA § 6-311 (Detention Operations), operating under the statutory authority of A.R.S. § 8-203.
• Fingerprint & Criminal History: Run through the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVD): A complete driving history check in Arizona and any prior state of residence.
• Department of Child Safety (DCS): A search of the DCS Central Registry for historical allegations of child abuse or neglect.
• Drug Screening: Mandatory urinalysis testing for illegal substances, including alcohol, dangerous narcotics and cannabis.
• Psychological & Physical Evaluations: Passing a pre-employment psychological examination and a physical fitness certification for duty.
• Health Testing: Candidates must test negative for Tuberculosis (TB).

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience utilizing communication skills with youth ages 16-24.
• Prior customer service work experience.
• Prior work experience with adolescent youth.
• A minimum of one (1) year of verifiable work experience.
• Demonstrated career progression.

Responsibilities

• Implements and delivers programs to youth, supporting detention philosophy, goals and objectives.
• Provides effective role modeling and mentoring to youth in the facility.
• Instructs youths on various skills for future use and success, such as anger management, filling out employment applications, and understanding employment processes.
• Observes the behaviors of youth and situations that occur, recalls facts and prepares written reports.
• Monitors the detention facility to ensure a safe environment for both the youths and staff.
• Observes and ensures security for the facility in accordance with unit procedures and institutional practices.
• Determines detainee rule infractions, takes appropriate action, and reports violations and incidents.
• Maintains rosters and daily logs, and prepares incident, discipline and progress reports.
• Performs in processing of new youth detainees, which includes a safety and security check of their person and property.
• Follows in-processing procedures and orients the youths to the booking procedure.
• Escorts youth to and from courtrooms and throughout the facility.
• Drives a court vehicle to transport youth to various appointments external to the center.
• Reacts to physical confrontations and emergency situations quickly and effectively using sanctioned defensive tactics skills.
• Applies restraining techniques requiring physical strength and coordination when necessary.
• Assists other officers who are involved with detained youth.
• Performs control room and/or court security services tasks as needed.
• Provides information and limited instruction to new detention officers, on-call officers and volunteers assigned to perform routine tasks in the center.
• Testifies at court hearings when necessary.
• Attends meetings and assists in developing special plans to address the youth’s risk and needs.
• Performs related duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)
• 15 paid vacation days
• 12 holidays
• 15 days of sick leave
• 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Employer-paid Short -term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement $5,250 per year
• Health Wellness discount program
• Mental and Behavioral Health Benefits
• Paid Training with Advancement Opportunities
• Free access to Court Gym
• Upon yearly anniversary, 56 hours of sick time accrued, less usage, may be rolled over to vacation time.
• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

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