Juvenile Detention Officer I City of Baton Rouge/Parish of East Baton Rouge - Baton Rouge, LA $25,246 - $42,971 a year JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I TYPE OF VACANCY: Open Competitive(3 Vacancies - Conditional) WORK LOCATION: Juvenile Services-Juvenile Detention Facility STARTING SALARY: 12.1375 Hourly / $25,246 Annual JOB CODE: 124252 PAY GRADE: 1120 NOTE: This is a job announcement only, applications are not accepted on Indeed. To apply for this position, you must submit an application to the Department of Human Resources located at 1755 Florida St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. The application and additional information is located at www.brgov.com/dept/hr. Applications may faxed to 225-389-4962. Applicants using education to qualify for any job MUST submit a copy of their degree or transcript at the time of application. Applicants applying for any position that requires an official certification MUST submit a copy of that certification at the time of application. Applicants MAY use experience as a substitution only if the minimum requirements indicates such. APPLICATION DATES: Aug. 03 - Aug. 09, 2018 APPLICATION TIMES: Friday 12 Noon - Thursday 5 pm GENERAL DESCRIPTION Under the direction of the Detention Facility Shift Supervisor, performs responsible detention work involving the care and supervision of delinquent juveniles as a member of an assigned shift at a detention facility. Work involves responsibility for promoting and ensuring the good physical, emotional and moral health and development of those under the charge of the detention facility. Work also involves maintaining the security and safety of the building and its occupants. Supervision and control is exercised over occupants placed under the detention facility's care. Employees of this class may exercise limited independent judgment within prescribed standards and regulations. Performs other work as requested. ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS Exercises supervision over juveniles placed under the control of the Juvenile Detention Facility through constant observation; maintains both visual and auditory surveillance. Aids in administering disciplinary measures according to established rules of conduct; isolates violent children; reports all infractions to superiors. Escorts detainees to and from cafeteria, classes and other activities; transports detainees; dispenses medical supplies; counsels detainees as the need arises. Records daily events and incidents, as well as the routine admission and release of detainees; completes and maintains various records and reports. Conducts search of detainees and facility. Acts as shift supervisor in the absence of supervisor in accordance with licensing requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the principles and practices of group leadership, behavior patterns and group attitudes of delinquents. Knowledge of general psychology as applied to detained juveniles. Ability to gain and hold the confidence of, and maintain a sympathetic and understanding attitude toward, delinquent detainees. Ability to enforce regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality. Ability to keep routine records and to make oral and written reports. Ability to understand detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to certify in training areas required by licensure and/or DOC including federal mandates. Ability to occasionally supervise employees in the absence of a supervisor. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. Ability to apply good work habits such as punctuality, reliability, preciseness, and dependability in order to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the department and division. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent certificate of competency, and one year of experience in work with juveniles or juvenile offenders. SUBSTITUTIONS Any equivalent combination of education and experience. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES Must have a valid Louisiana driver's license at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment in this classification. OTHER JOB ASPECTS In accordance with Licensing Standards of the Louisiana Administrative Code (Title 67, Part V, Subpart 8, Chapter 75, Juvenile Detention Facilities, §7511. Facility Responsibilities, B. Criminal Background Clearance), all employees of this classification assigned to the Juvenile Services Detention Center must pass a criminal background check and/or be fingerprinted at the time of appointment. Both appointment and continued employment at this location is contingent upon the ability to pass a criminal background check. Failure to pass a criminal background check renders a candidate or current employee ineligible for employment at this location. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION Males Only. EXAMINATION Score derived from application grading. APPLICATION NOTE In your employment application, please be detailed describing your client services, disciplinary functions, age groups served, case management functions, assessments performed, laws and regulations applied, etc. Also be detailed about your education, training and certifications/licenses and bring supporting documentation with your application. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $25,246.00 to $42,971.00 /year Experience: * work with juveniles or juvenile offenders: 1 year 9 hours ago - save job Apply Now Apply Now Save this job