Juvenile Detention Officer, Lead

Description

Example of Duties

• Implements and delivers programs to juveniles, supporting detention philosophy, goals and objectives.
• Assists supervisors in the successful implementation of court and detention division initiatives, programs, and activities.
• Provides effective role modeling and mentoring to juveniles in the facility.
• Assists in the training and monitoring of work activities for subordinate officers; may assist in the evaluation of Detention Officers by providing feedback to management on the work activities for subordinate officers.
• Assesses effectiveness of work team's implementation of behavior management program and facilitates continuous improvement processes including staff training and program development.
• Observes the behaviors of juveniles and situations that occur, recalls facts and prepares written reports.
• Monitors the detention facility to ensure a safe environment for both the juveniles and staff.
• Observes and ensures security of the facility in accordance with applicable Federal, State, County and related laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures for the detention center; determines rule infractions, takes appropriate action, and reports violations and/or incidents.
• Prepares incident reports, updates logs for daily activities, documents and/or reports pertinent incidents to supervision.
• Processes new arrivals into detention facility.
• Escorts juveniles to and from Superior Court courtrooms and throughout the facility, restrained or unrestrained; maintains appropriate level of safety and security during juvenile movement.
• Drives a court vehicle to transport juveniles, as required.
• Reacts to physical confrontations and emergency situations quickly and effectively using sanctioned techniques; takes appropriate actions to effectively de-escalate situations and applies mechanical restraints as necessary.
• Performs physical searches such as pat-downs and strip searches in accordance with statutory requirements.
• May testify at hearing or in court.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age at time of hire; AND
• High school diploma or equivalent GED; AND
• Three (3) years of experience monitoring, mentoring and providing direct services to juveniles in a juvenile detention center, group care facility, criminal justice or educational environment; OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

• Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire.
• CPR, Food handlers certifications required within 90 days of hire.
• Will be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays and some overtime, as scheduled.
• Will be require to successfully complete a thorough background investigation.
• Subject to immediate callout when an emergency occurs.

Supplemental Information

• The purpose of juvenile detention, court and justice system environments.
• Applicable Federal, State, County and related laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures for the detention center.
• Report preparation and record keeping as they pertain to court system.
• Adolescent behavior and supervision methods for juveniles.
• Security considerations and measures.
• Follow instructions, both verbal and written.
• Assign and lead work; assist in enforcing applicable Federal, State, County and related laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures for the detention center.
• Maintain confidentiality in court related matters.
• Observe behaviors and quickly analyze situations, detect problems and recall facts, respond to emergencies or stressful situation calmly, quickly, and decisively.
• Use a personal computer, electronic networks and other information and communications technologies.
• Prepare clear, concise reports to management.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to audiences of various social, cultural, ethnic, educational and economic backgrounds.