What are the responsibilities and job description for the Juvenile Detention Officer position at The Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County?

Posting Date

01 / 08 / 25

Application Deadline

01 / 22 / 25

Pay Range

Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max

25.20 - $27.65 - $30.10 - $35.00

3,750.00 Sign-On Bonus!

The above salary range is the expected starting pay for this position. Successful applicants will typically be compensated at a rate of $26.28 / hr. Placement at a higher starting salary rate within the range may be considered depending on prior comparable, directly related law enforcement or corrections experience.

This position is non-exempt under the FLSA.

What We Offer

We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance. Click here to learn more!

Job Type

Classified - Judicial JMR

Department

About the Position

The Juvenile Detention Officer operates under the belief that all youth and families have the capacity for change while striving to provide a safe and secure environment in an institutional setting. Successful Juvenile Detention Officers have integrity and use teamwork and critical thinking to teach skills and encourage youth offenders toward positive change while promoting accountability, responsibility, and positive values.

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Day, evening, and night shift work is required on a regular and rotating basis and you must be available to work holidays and weekends. Applicants will work four ten-hour shifts and start on the 12 pm to 10 pm shift. Assignments are at the Durango Detention Center located at 3131 W Durango, Phoenix, Arizona 85009.

All candidates will be required to complete a Candidate Assessment Day as part of the hiring process. The Assessment Day will be from 8 : 30 am to 3 : 30 pm and consist of a tour of the detention facility and operations, screening assessments, and an interview. Please check your availability to attend prior to applying.

Next Candidate Assessment Dates :

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

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About the Juvenile Probation Department :

The Juvenile Probation Department of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing innovative and efficient juvenile justice services grounded in evidenced-based practices and research. These services improve the safety of our community, hold youth accountable through developmentally appropriate orientation, and ensure the public's trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. Join our Juvenile Probation Department in its mission to promote public safety through positive change as we connect youth to the community and provide opportunities that are delivered with fairness, dignity and respect.

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications :

Education :

High school diploma or GED

Other Requirements :

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age by the time they complete the detention academy

Candidates will be required to successfully complete a background / reference check, polygraph, and pre-employment psychological evaluation prior to hire

Positions in Detention are subject to Tuberculosis (TB) testing. All offers of employment are subject to the successful completion of new employee processing and a negative TB result prior to the start date

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of :

Effective time management and organization techniques

Principles of positive youth development and engagement

Skill in :

Critical analysis of individuals and situations to problem solve and make sound decisions

Seeing and paying attention to details

Demonstrating a rational and objective demeanor when faced with stressful or emotional situations, and acting objectively rather than impulsively or emotionally

Balancing and defusing tensions and stresses

Ability to :

Apply principles and methods of correctional casework

Follow department policies, procedures, and protocols

Demonstrate a positive, open, and objective attitude towards others

Demonstrate flexibility by readily modifying, responding to, and integrating change with minimal personal resistance

Engage others in a constructive two-way conversation, to demonstrate patience, tact, courtesy, empathy, and tolerance

Appropriately engage in, establish, and maintain relationships with diverse populations of co-workers and detained youth

Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing in English

Essential Job Task

This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)

Supervises all juveniles in a fair and respectful manner regardless of admission reason

Maintains order and safety through positive engagement, rapport building, and crisis de-escalation techniques

Restores and maintains security, order, and schedules of activities; takes appropriate corrective and disciplinary actions

Determines and applies approved restraint techniques to control and mitigate disturbances

Knows and adheres to all department policies and standard operating procedures and instructs juveniles on rules, procedures, and expectations

Performs crisis intervention functions to include counseling, suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behavior, and takes appropriate actions

Searches people, clothing, mail items, and objects capable of concealing contraband; searches buildings and large outdoor areas; inspects juveniles with reasonable suspicion; confiscates and properly logs and disposes of contraband

Transfers and transports youth on foot, in vehicles, or other forms of transportation

Maintains the safety and security of detained youth in all areas of the detention facility, on the facility grounds, and when escorting youth outside of the secured detention facility

Develops, presents, and engages youth in meaningful transitional programming to provide skill development

Establishes, monitors, and maintains detailed case files, ensuring accurate and complete documentation of juvenile's behaviors, attitudes, and actions; prepares thorough and detailed reports and maintains records as necessary

Develops and maintains effective and appropriate professional relationships with youth, co-workers, treatment team members, and outside agencies

Controls access to and from the facility; conducts visual and audio surveillance for extended periods of time; operates and monitors surveillance and electronic security equipment as assigned

Performs, as needed, basic first aid procedures, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Assists, as needed, in courtroom sessions

Working Conditions :

Work will be conducted in a secure detention facility.

Work regularly requires climbing of stairs, standing, maintaining focus and sight and sound supervision of detained juveniles and may include noisy, crowded areas. It may include exposure to disruptive people, uncomfortable physical conditions, including heat, cold, wetness, strong odors, dust, pollen, and blood borne pathogens. May include kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing (including ability to clearly distinguish and identify colors), and repetitive motions. Requires frequently exerting force up to 20 pounds, and occasionally 50 pounds of force to move objects. Requires sufficient strength and coordination for restraining and / or carrying the weight of adults, and may require driving.

Must be willing to work any shifts as assigned that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Information

Judicial Branch Human Resources reserves the right to move forward candidates based on the information provided directly on the application. The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances.

All Judicial Branch offers of employment and continued employment are contingent upon passing a thorough background and / or fingerprint check. Applicants must completely and fully answer any questions regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions including any convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Failure to include criminal history information is grounds for termination of an offer and employment. A conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant.

The Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County participates in the State Retirement systems ASRS or PSPRS. As such, mandatory membership for all full-time employees includes payroll deducted contributions consistent with each retirement system's requirements. The current contribution rate for ASRS is 12.27% and the current contribution rate for PSPRS is 5.84% and up for the defined contribution plan and 8.82% for the defined benefit plan. For more information about contributions and benefits of these plans visit https : / / www.azasrs.gov / or https : / / www.psprs.com / corrections-officer /

Judicial Branch facilities are located throughout Maricopa County. This position may be reassigned to other locations. Assignments will be made based upon the needs of the department.

The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is an EEO / ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

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