Juvenile Officer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Possess Basic Law Enforcement Officer Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Education (TCOLE).
• Hold a Texas Class C or higher driver's license.
• Have at least 5 years of experience in the law enforcement field and some courtroom experience.
• Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in any field, or an associate's degree from an accredited college with a concentration in social sciences, criminal justice, or psychology.
• Knowledge of federal laws, state statutes, and local ordinances.
• Knowledge of courtroom techniques and rules of evidence procedures.
• Knowledge of Police Standard Operating Procedures and applicable general and special orders for law enforcement practices.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with superiors and the public.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine appropriate action within established policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain composure in emergencies and work effectively under stressful conditions.
• Knowledge of clerical procedures for processing, recording, and preparing legal documents, records, and reports related to court operations.
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups using tact and diplomacy.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office; ability to learn and proficiently use new computer applications.
• Ability to exercise proper judgment in situations requiring immediate action and to work independently without direct supervision.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks under pressure, and adapt to frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with teenage volunteers, defendants, and families.
• Ability to apply appropriate laws, policies, and procedures according to the circumstances.
• Maintain the physical condition and standards necessary to perform the duties, with or without accommodation.
• Demonstrate weapons proficiency as prescribed by TCOLE and departmental policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Incode software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order in the municipal courtroom and protect judges, prosecuting attorneys, and others from physical violence while supporting courtroom safety and procedures.
• Execute Class C criminal arrest warrants and perform warrant and collection enforcement tasks.
• Enter warrants into the database and verify they are cleared from the system after service.
• Serve warrants, subpoenas, and other legal processes in accordance with Article 45A.103 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
• Review and sign warrant affidavits after confirming the accuracy of the information.
• Perform administrative duties for juvenile cases, including preparing for hearings and preparing digital case-file information, warrant records, and court-software processes.
• Perform juvenile case manager duties in accordance with Article 45A.451 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and section 7.03.097 of the Code of Ordinances.
• Contact defendants regarding newly issued warrants by letter, text message, telephone, and email.
• Administer court-required fingerprinting, including use of the Texas Department of Public Safety website.
• Transport and book into jail subjects apprehended during assigned duties.
• Work required overtime, including the evening Teen Court docket.
• File court paperwork according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Coordinate and monitor court-ordered community service, including preparing paperwork, scheduling and supervising defendants when needed, contacting participating organizations, closing cases, and ensuring fines are properly adjusted.
• Monitor juvenile cases and keep juvenile defendants, parents, and the court informed about progress in court-ordered programs and community service.
• Maintain working relationships with schools attended by juvenile defendants and keep current on issues affecting minors and juveniles.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality and present a professional image through conduct, communication, and appearance.
• Keep informed about local community service, drug treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, diversion, and other programs available to juvenile defendants.
• Assist with the overall activities of the Teen Court Program and monitor and enforce juvenile compliance with court orders.
• Provide law enforcement and security services for City-owned property as a peace officer.
• Occasionally assist the Court Administrator and Court Clerks with clerical and customer-service functions.
• Perform other duties as required.