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Juvenile Detention Officer Lead - Juvenile Court (0326)

Nature of Work

Under supervision performs programming work of moderate difficulty in the Juvenile Detention facility; performs related work as assigned.

Typical Duties

Develops and implements programs in social and life skills, academic skills, crafts and physical exercise for youth;
Provides instruction for various programs;
Documents youth records and writes reports;
Works collaboratively with all court staff, parents and outside agencies;
Supervises employees assigned to residential Probation Officer/Detention (POD);
Ensures compliance with all programs in detention;
Ensures timely and accuracy within Juvenile On-Line Tracking System (JOLTS).

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; standing and walking to supervise detainees; working with and around co-workers, juveniles and the public; dealing with interruptions; vision acuity near and far, hearing and speech for communicating with juveniles, staff and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR

Associate's degree in a related field and three years working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR

Four years working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Additional Requirements

Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Must submit to background check prior to hire. Persons convicted of a felony are not eligible for hire within the Juvenile Detention facility. Forty hours of orientation training are required within first month on the job. Sixteen additional hours of COJET certified training are required each year. Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.

Preferred Qualificatons

Experience working with at-risk youth in a structured setting.

Experience or documented training in Trauma-Informed Care.

Experience or documented training in youth de-escalation techniques.

Experience creating and implementing youth-based programs.

Team-leading or supervisory experience.

This position is safety sensitive.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Considerable knowledge of:

Basic principles and methods of treatment for juvenile delinquency
Child and adolescent development theories and application
Effects of substance abuse and addiction
Dynamics of behavioral and emotional problems in children
Crisis intervention and basic first aid techniques including CPR
Detention policies and procedures and applicable state laws, rules and regulations
Principles, methods and techniques of group and individual counseling

Working Knowledge Of

Practices and procedures of a juvenile detention facility
Juvenile court proceedings
Human behavior and various social, economic and cultural backgrounds
Recordkeeping, documentation and report writing
Adolescent group activity planning and leadership

Ability To

Plan and schedule the work of others
Make appropriate decisions regarding methods of intervention and treatment
Deal impartially with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
Follow written and verbal instructions
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits

package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits).

Vacation/Annual Leave
Sick Leave
10 Holidays Per Year
Health Care Insurance
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Group Life Insurance
Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
Sick Leave Conversion Plan
Personal Day Purchase Program
Vacation Sell Back Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Wellness Program
Long-Term Disability
Corrections Officer Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program
On-going Training Opportunities
Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tax-deferred investment program
Accidental and Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability

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JC1: Those who will be considering you for employment with the Coconino County Juvenile Court and Probation Department will use this application for reference. An extensive background investigation of your personal history will be conducted. Applicants will be required to take a polygraph examination to confirm the information in this application and to determine other items of background information. Probation officer applicants will be required to take a psychological examination. The existence of any of the conditions listed in this application may result in rejection from the selection process. These areas will be explored during an extensive background investigation and polygraph examinations. If you have used dangerous drugs within the last 5 years, you will not be considered for this position. Please for additional information. Please confirm you have read, understand, and agree to the aforementioned conditions and criteria by checking the box.