Juvenile Detention Officer I - Bellingham, United States - Whatcom County, WA

Description

Salary: $ $36.81 Hourly

Location : Bellingham, WA 98225

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: J

Department: Juvenile Court

Opening Date: 04/16/2024

Closing Date: 6/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Summary

Whatcom County is currently recruiting for a Juvenile Detention Officer I.

Juvenile Detention is a safe and secure environment for youth who have been arrested pending a court appearance or who have been sentenced to serve time after a court appearance. The Juvenile Detention Officer position serves a critical role ensuring a humane, safe and rehabilitative environment for juvenile offenders.

Whatcom County Superior Court is an independent branch of government and personnel employed under the judicial branch of government. The positions are in accordance with GR 29. Under GR 29, the Presiding Judge is responsible for the daily operations of the Court, which includes working conditions, hiring, discipline, and termination decisions.

This position has a bona fide occupational qualification and you must be 21+ years of age.
You must submit the Integrity Standards and Self-Examination Questions AND disclosure of Crimes against Children and Vulnerable Adults with your application.

Key Duties Include:

• Monitoring the detention facility security to ensure the safety of juveniles and staff
• Directing and/or participating in activities and programs for juveniles
• Escorting juveniles to appointments, as well as overseeing visits from authorized visitors
• Documenting observations of daily behaviors, including writing reports

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Supervisor: Detention Manager
Hours of Work: rotating 12 hours shifts

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Salary Range:

• MCBA- Range 112.1

Hiring rate depends on qualifications. This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).
Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or GED AND two years of experience working with youth or two years of experience in residential treatment and supervision, military security or supervision.

OR

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related field.

Desired:

• Experience with at-risk youth and security.
• A bachelor's degree in social sciences or criminology.

Special Requirements:

• Driving record that meets County standards.
• Possess a valid driver's license at time of hire and throughout employment.
• Pass polygraph exam.
• Background check must meet County criteria.

Supplemental Information

Instructions:

Read and complete the documents listed below:

Save your completed documents to your computer and upload your completed documents with your completed online application under the attachment section of you application.

Applications without these documents will not be considered.

At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.

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Whatcom County offers excellent benefits at no cost to employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family
• Generous paid leave provisions, including vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays per year
• Eligibilty for a lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
• $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
• Option to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for annual health care and/or dependent care expenses
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional benefit information

01

Have you uploaded a copy of your Integrity Standards, Self-Examination Questions, and Disclosure of Crimes against Children and Vulnerable Adults?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you willing and able to pass the requirements for a law enforcement criminal background check, polygraph examination, physical abilities baseline test, physical examination, valid driver's license, and driving record that meet County standards?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have an Associates Degree or higher in Criminal Justice or a related field?

• Yes
• No

04

Please list the degree you have received:

05

Do you have two years of experience working with youth OR two years of experience in residential treatment and treatment and supervision, military security or supervision?

• Yes
• No

06

This position has a bona fide occupational qualification that candidate must be at least 21+ years of age.

• I undderstand

07

Do you understand you may be exposed to hostile and offensive language and physical harm from juveniles?

• Yes
• No

Required Question