Juvenile Detention Officer

Pima County

5d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safety and well-being of youth referred to the Juvenile Court Detention Center. Develops positive working relationships with youth. Monitors and maintains a structured, caring, safe, healthy, learning environment for youth. Monitors and maintains security and control of the structured detention environment. Our team of juvenile justice experts will teach you how to de-escalate situations, how to build rapport, how to work with youth on skill building and much more. Join our supportive, and reliable Juvenile Detention team. Be a part of our Court Center community! Do you remember a person you looked up to when you were a youth? Maybe they helped you perfect a skill, taught you how to do something new, or gave the best advice for dealing with disagreements. Experience the fulfillment of helping our youth meet their goals and develop new skills in a therapeutic environment. Pima County stands out as an exceptional workplace, offering a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and personal satisfaction. As one of the largest employers in the region, Pima County prioritizes its commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique contributions of each employee. Embracing innovation and collaboration, Pima County provides multiple opportunities in which individuals can make a meaningful impact on their community. One of the key advantages of working for Pima County is its comprehensive benefits package. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security. Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being. Furthermore, Pima County takes pride in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs. In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service. By joining Pima County, individuals become part of a dedicated team working towards a common goal: enhancing the quality of life for residents and building a vibrant future. Pima County is not just an employer; it's a community that values its employees, encourages their growth, and invests in their success.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be a United States citizen or have legal resident status
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D. certificate.
A valid Arizona Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.
All candidates must successfully pass: Background investigation, Psychological evaluation, Drug screening (urinalysis), Tuberculosis (TB) testing and Pre-Employment Certification of physical fitness for duty.
The physical certification is determined by a physician in a medical office setting.
New hire drug testing covers use of the following drugs, or classes of drugs: a. Cocaine; b. Opiates; c. Amphetamines/Methamphetamine; d. Ecstasy (MDMA); e. Oxycodone; f. Heroin; g. Alcohol ; h. Cannabis/marijuana.

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.
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 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.

Benefits

Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)
15 paid vacation days, 12 holidays, and 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.