Certified Transportation Driver (Youth Counselor Technician) - District 23

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth.  We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina's Youth and Families!This position is located in District 23, Wilkes County, N.C.Job duties for this position require driving a state vehicle. A valid driver's license must be obtained by date of hire.Now Offering Sign-On Bonus of $3,000.00!  (Please Note : To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government subject to the State Human Resources Act.)What are the duties of a Certified Transportation Driver / Youth Counselor Technician?Certified Transportation Driver / Youth Counselor Technician (YTC-Driver) provides transportation and supervision for juveniles to and from required destinations such as court hearings, detention centers, youth development centers, residential placement, medical appointments, and other required destinations. Monitor youth while in secure custody during court as requested and provide non-secure transportation for youth as authorized and when not in secure custody. YCT-Driver's will also be required to inspect vehicles regularly and maintain appropriate maintenance (preventative service and inspection schedule) of vehicle fleet. Will also be responsible for :

• Maintaining transportation documents for all trips.
• Monitor gas, oil, and tires daily.
• Conduct searches of vehicle for contraband prior to and after each trip. For a more comprehensive list of duties, please click here.NEW STEP PAY PLAN!Certified Transportation Driver (Youth Counselor Technicians) enjoy annual salary increases with a step pay plan!  Your initial salary is based on your total months of related education and experience above the minimum requirements (related Associate's degree and 24 months experience or equivalent combination of education and experience). Please list all work experience in order for you to receive maximum credit. This will help determine the correct salary and step for potential candidates. Candidates will only receive credit for experience documented on the state application. Once hired, your pay will continue to increase as you gain more related experience up to step 6 and you may also for other promotional opportunities. There are many opportunities for promotional advancement within Juvenile Justice! Step Related Education & Experience Months Over Minimum Juvenile Justice Officer I / Youth Counselor Technician NC0400-11$37,621112-23$40,253224-35$42,670336-47$44,803448-59$46,594560-71$47,993672 $48,953Work Schedule :  This is a full-time position. Work hours will vary depending on the facility that they are hired for. Candidates must be able to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis and be able to work a variable work schedule to meet the needs of juveniles and their families.  We offer great Benefits!This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR : Total Compensation Calculator About the Division of Juvenile Justice : The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety.  If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team.  To learn more about Juvenile Justice, please go to this LINK.DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.  All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment / attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application : answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. State Government Application Resources | NC Office of Human Resources [Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.]  To qualify for this position, applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs :
• Experience with driving a motor vehicle safely and transporting people.
• Experience with oral and written communication skills.
• Experience establishing rapport and interacting with a variety of individuals.Management Preferences :  These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview / select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
• Knowledge of supportive counseling techniques
• Knowledge of behaviors exhibited by juvenilesSome state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience."  If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.  See oshr.nc.gov / experience-guide for details.  For more information about the about clarifying the E&E and / or requesting a transcript, click here.Associate degree from an appropriately accredited institution;ORHigh school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related human services experience; ORan equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification : Applicants for positions designated as Juvenile Justice Officers are subject to and must meet the hiring and training standards established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, as defined in Title 12, Chapter 9 of the NC Administrative Code, by the statutory authority of GS 17C.Selected applicant must attend and successfully complete and pass the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program. The certification requires four weeks to complete and is comprised of classroom and physically demanding training. This training is carried out at regional training centers and requires consecutive overnight stays. In addition, the selected candidate must :
• Have or be able to obtain required documentation for certification as a Juvenile Justice Officer (i.e. a diploma).
• Pass a Criminal Background check
• Pass a Drug Screening test
• Pass a Psychological test
• Pass a Sexual Risk Screening test
• Pass a Physical (to include Vision and Hearing)
• Be a US citizen
• Be at least 20 years of age
• Have a valid driver's licenseClick here to learn more about the requirements for Juvenile Justice Officer & Juvenile Court Counselor CertificationThe North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Transcripts
• Degrees and transcripts must be received from appropriately accredited college or university.
• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting.  Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification : https : / / www.naces.org / members. Military Experience
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference :
• A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
• A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions If applying for a Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, please click this link for specific certification requirements : Juvenile Justice Officer & Juvenile Court Counselor Certification.Per NC General Statute 143B-1209.54, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI's Next Generation Identification System : Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service ("RAP Back").  This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click "Application Status."  If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager.  If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Ariana Garcia at ariana.garcia@ncdps.gov#JJ

Salary : $48,953