What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juvenile Detention Officer I position at Madison County, AL?
Salary : $40,560.00 - $64,896.00 Annually
Location : Huntsville, AL
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2024-00303
Department : Juvenile Probation
Opening Date : 01 / 14 / 2025
Hiring Manager : Christopher Love / Jacques Cothren
Hiring Manager Contact Information : 256-532-0332
Position Overview
This is supervisory work of residents at the Neaves Davis Center for Children. The employee is responsible for overseeing all activities of the residents at the center as well as ensuring that all documentation in daily logbooks is legible and correct. Work involves supervising residents on any given shift, including daily activities, recreational periods, school, personal cleanliness, and other periods as scheduled. Employee observes the behavior of, counsels with, and provides information about residents detained. Person in this classification must be able to preserve order and deal with disciplinary problems if required.
The Neaves Davis Center is a 24-hour facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.)
- Supervises all activities of the residents at the center to include meals, rest periods, personal cleanliness, recreational periods, school, and all other daily activities as required.
- Must also be able to maintain order and deal with disciplinary problems if required.
- Prepares observation, incident and behavior reports as required and ensures that all information in the daily logbook is legible and correct.
- Transports juveniles to and from scheduled appointments (e.g. court hearings, medical, dental, other detention facilities, etc.)
- In some situations, employees may provide crisis counseling in an effort to calm volatile situations
- May be called upon to work overnight shifts if needed
- Must be able to work 3rd shift if required
Education and Experience
Education and Experience
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability
Other Requirements
Physical Requirements
Other Requirements
Certifications or Licenses Required
Schedule
DISCLAIMER : This job is based on fiscal funding by the State of Alabama. If future funding is not appropriated by the State, this job will be subject to termination.
In Accordance with the United States Prison Rape Elimination Act (2003), all prospective applicants for the position of Juvenile Detention Officer must answer the supplemental questions on the application to be considered for employment with Madison County Commission.
Please note : These 3 specific questions are required and being asked due to the nature and requirements of this position.
To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full.
Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.
A comprehensive set of benefits is offered for all full-time employees. No benefits are offered to part-time or seasonal employees. Please consult with the Human Resources Department for a full list of benefits.
Madison County periodically reviews and when fiscally able, adjusts salary rates and our benefits package to remain competitive in our area.
Benefits Summary
Healthcare Insurance : Blue Cross of Alabama is administered through the Local Government Health Insurance Plan (LGHIP).
Coverage Type Employee's Premium County's Contribution
Single Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 64.00 $ 254.50
Family Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 155.75 $ 620.05
Dental Coverage : Dental coverage is included with LGHIP through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. LGHIP manages dental costs and provides enhanced dental benefits using negotiated discounts with in-network dentists. To locate in-network dentists go to www.bcbsal.com. Assuming the services are covered you will normally only be responsible for out of pocket.
Life Insurance : Madison County provides $25,000 in life, $25,000 in accidental death and dismemberment and $25,000 line of duty insurance to eligible employees in certified positions.
Employee Retirement Plans : Employees are required to participate in the Employees Retirement System, which is a Defined Benefit Plan administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA). Participants contribute 5% to 8.5% of their earnings depending on their hire date and classification. Sworn Certified Personnel have an accelerated contribution schedule
Employee Clinic : Madison County employees and dependents over age 12 may use the Employee Health Clinic for the low co-pay of $15.00 per visit. To be eligible to use the clinic, the employee and dependent must be enrolled in Madison County's health insurance plan as their primary coverage.
Voluntary Plans are also available :
Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave :
Salary : $40,560 - $64,896