Juvenile Justice Detention Off Supv - Se - 80004252

State of Florida•Fort Lauderdale, FL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Juvenile Justice Detention Officer Supervisor works at the Broward Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The position oversees the safety, security, and daily operations of the facility, supervising staff and youth and ensuring compliance with Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ), facility, state, and federal policies and requirements. This is a pool announcement, and multiple positions will be hired. The schedule is non-traditional and may include various shifts based on facility needs; overtime may be required to ensure coverage and security. The supervisor coordinates facility workloads, assigns staff, monitors youth and staff, reviews operational reports and data entries, and performs administrative duties such as training and orienting staff, managing attendance and leave, preparing evaluations and reports, and maintaining records and key control. The role also supports youth care, including handling behavioral or personal issues, monitoring clothing and hygiene, and ensuring appropriate medication procedures and medical concerns are addressed. The supervisor may represent the facility to the public in the absence of senior facility leadership and assist with internal investigations. Candidates must meet Florida statutory eligibility requirements for juvenile justice personnel, including being at least 19 years old and a high school graduate or equivalent. Pre-employment screening includes background checks, a sex offender check, and drug screening. Direct-care certification is required or must be obtained within 180 days of employment. A valid driver’s license is required where specified; youth-transport roles additionally require an acceptable three-year driving record. Candidates not currently working as a DJJ direct-care worker in the state system may be required to pass the Ergometric IMPACT Assessment and Training Test.

Requirements

Knowledge of the DJJ Detention Services Manual, federal and state rules and regulations, and DJJ and facility policies and procedures.
Ability to supervise staff and youth.
Ability to physically handle and interact with violent youth.
Ability to work overtime to ensure staff coverage and maintain security.
At least 19 years of age.
High school graduate or equivalent, as determined by the department.
Must not have a disqualifying felony or misdemeanor conviction involving perjury or false statement, or a dishonorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, subject to the statutory exceptions described in the posting.
Must comply with fingerprinting, background investigation, and other screening requirements and submit the required sworn affidavit of eligibility.
Must pass sex offender and criminal background checks and pre-employment drug screening.
Must obtain Florida DJJ direct-care certification or already hold it; certification must be obtained within 180 days of employment.
A valid driver’s license is required when identified for the position; a Florida resident hired with an out-of-state license must obtain a Florida license within 30 days. Disqualifying suspended, revoked, work-permit, and certain restricted licenses are not acceptable.
For positions involving youth transportation, must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable three-year driving record as defined by DJJ policy.
Candidates not currently employed in the state system as a DJJ direct-care worker may be required to pass the Ergometric IMPACT Assessment and Training Test after the interview phase.
Must be able to work various shifts and overtime as required by facility needs.

Responsibilities

Follow agency and facility policies and procedures and maintain a safe, secure environment for youth and staff.
Conduct daily facility inspections and supervise and instruct staff in the care and custody of youth.
Ensure adequate safeguards for detained youth and maintain effective supervision of youth and staff throughout the facility.
Perform supervisory administrative functions, including staff orientation and training, leave and attendance management, evaluations, behavior reports, floor logs, youth folders, key control, disciplinary actions, and confinement reports.
Ensure facility schedules and standards are followed and releases are completed in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and court orders.
Assist detention personnel with youth behavioral and personal problems, evaluate youth, and participate in preparing progress reports.
Represent the facility to the public and interpret facility policies and procedures when the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent are absent.
Assign staff daily to ensure adequate staffing and participate in daily briefings, providing youth and unit status reports and making key assignments.
Monitor data entries in Master Control and the Admissions/Release Office and complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
Ensure staff overtime rosters are completed timely and overtime is applied fairly and equitably.
Follow state regulations and the applicable bargaining unit master contract when dealing with subordinate staff.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and report any change to the supervisor within 72 hours; do not operate a vehicle for state business when the license is revoked, suspended, or restricted in a disqualifying way.
Ensure youth clothing is cared for, stored, and accounted for; ensure youth have clean socks and underwear daily and that washing machines are used properly.
Assign staff to search youth at admission and ensure related paperwork is properly received and accounted for.
Coordinate, direct, and monitor daily workloads for the facility, staff, and youth.
Communicate leave decisions to fellow supervisors, keep shift supervisors informed of staffing patterns, and arrange coverage for staff granted leave.
Complete required training to maintain proficiency in medication procedures and dispense medications according to accepted practices.
Ensure sick-call lists and unusual medical concerns are brought to the facility nurse’s attention.
Attend required meetings and complete required DJJ direct-care and other assigned training.
Use CPR, AED, and First Aid procedures in emergencies as trained and certified.
Report Central Communication Center reportable incidents promptly, complete documentation, and keep administration informed of issues.
Assist the Assistant Superintendent with internal investigations as needed.
Review daily facility reports and staff logs each working day for accuracy and timeliness, and ensure relevant JJIS and DFMS reports are used and reviewed.
Comply with Florida’s Prompt Payment Compliance Law, Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, and perform other related duties as required.