JUVENILE JUSTICE DETENTION OFFICER I - 80003872
About The Position
The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) focuses on enhancing public safety through high-quality effective services for youth and families, delivered by professionals dedicated to building a stronger, safer Florida. Working as a juvenile justice detention officer is a rewarding and challenging career opportunity. The primary responsibility is to ensure public safety by providing a safe and secure environment for troubled youth in a structured setting. DJJ expects youth to be accountable for their criminal actions while striving to sustain a culture that promotes dignity and respect. The goal is to treat each youth as an individual by providing the right services, at the right time, to shape them into productive citizens. As a detention officer, you are often the first DJJ employee to interact with juvenile offenders, making leadership, coaching, mentoring, and a desire to work with youth essential qualities.
Requirements
- Must have not been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement, or received a dishonorable discharge from the Armed Forces.
- Must not have pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to or been found guilty of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement after September 30, 1999.
- Must abide by all provisions of s. 985.644 (1), regarding fingerprinting and background investigations and other screening requirements for personnel.
- Must execute and submit an affidavit-of-application form attesting to compliance with requirements.
- Must be agreeable to working shift schedules, including rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays with varying days off.
- Must be able to work unplanned overtime or unscheduled double shifts when necessary.
- Must pass a sex offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national), and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Must obtain a valid Florida state driver's license within 30 days of hire if initially hired with an out-of-state license.
- Must have three-years acceptable driving record if transporting youth.
- Must be certified in accordance with the Department direct care training policy, and must obtain such certification within 180 days of employment.
- Must take and pass an Ergometric’s IMPACT Assessment and Training Test if not currently in the state system as a direct-care worker for DJJ.
Nice To Haves
- Leadership qualities.
- Coaching abilities.
- Mentoring abilities.
- A desire to work with youth.
Responsibilities
- Ensure public safety by providing a safe and secure environment for troubled youth in a structured setting.
- Hold youth accountable for their criminal actions.
- Promote a culture that sustains dignity and respect.
- Treat each youth as an individual by providing the right services at the right time.
- Interact with juvenile offenders.
- Prepare and maintain reports and records relating to the supervision of youth.
Benefits
- 104 hours of paid vacation annually
- 96 hours of paid sick leave annually, with unlimited accrual of unused hours
- 9 paid holidays, and 1 personal day each year
- 6 paid credit hours per term at Florida’s colleges and universities
- Eligible for participation in student loan debt forgiveness program
- Participation in one of the best group health insurance and dental plans
- One of the most secure pension/investment plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
