Nature of Work

At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

Under supervision performs work of routine to complex difficulty providing for security, daily care and welfare of detainees in the Juvenile Detention facility; performs related work as assigned.

Please note: Hiring pay depends on qualifications.

Juvenile Detention Officer Trainee- $20.50 per hour

Juvenile Detention Officer- $22.62 per hour

Up to $2,000.00 hiring bonus available** As part of the Coconino County Juvenile Detention Pay Plan, Juvenile Detention Trainee and Juvenile Detention Officer positions on completion of the Training Detention Academy are eligible to opt in for a $2,000 ($1,000 for regular part-time, 20 hours per week) hiring one-time payment. This hiring one-time payment is to encourage individuals to pursue a career in Juvenile Detention and be retained with Coconino County Juvenile Detention. Individuals that opt-in to receive the incentive at the time of hire must retain employment at Coconino County Juvenile Detention Center for one year. This one-time payment must be paid back if employment is not retained for one-year. Please note that this program may end at any time without notice as operations, funding, and vacancies change

Typical Duties

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER TRAINEE

TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative only)

Mentors, supervises, and directs detained youth
Performs searches for contraband
Conducts security checks, room checks, and maintains security of the juvenile detention facility
Coordinates and controls the movement and activities of detained youth
Deescalates, disciplines, and physically restrains detainees as needed
Provides crisis intervention
Assists in escorting or transporting youth
Kitchen duties (may include preparing and serving meals, dishwashing, and cleaning)
Housekeeping duties may include detention laundry, housekeeping, and routine maintenance
Maintains youth social files, writes reports, and enters timely and accurate data into Juvenile On-line Tracking System (JOLTS).
This position requires the ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER

TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative only)

Performs the duties of a Juvenile Detention Officer Trainee
Distributes medications
Completes intake and release procedures
Create and implement youth programs
Conducts orientation with juveniles
Facilitates communication between youth and parents, social agencies, and/or service providers
May act as shift lead
Receives and inventories supplies from vendors
Advanced knowledge of detention standards
May organize and manage programs, visitors, support personnel, and volunteers within the facility
This position requires the ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to standing and walking for at least half of their scheduled work shift and are required to possess the independent body mobility to bend, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl, stoop, and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle; manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; handwrite or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see and read; hear and speak to communicate with customers in person and over the phone; may lift or restrain a detainee, may lift, push or pull materials or equipment of 50 lbs. or less.

Minimum Qualifications

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER TRAINEE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D.

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in related field; OR one year experience working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR six months experience as a Juvenile Detention Officer Trainee with Coconino County OR Bachelor’s degree in related field; OR two years working with juveniles in a residential setting; OR six months experience as a Juvenile Detention Officer with Coconino County OR any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 21 years of age. Must submit to background check prior to hire. Persons convicted of a felony are not eligible for hire within the Juvenile Detention facility. Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within the first 3 months on the job. Forty hours of orientation training is required within the first month on the job. Must successfully complete an additional sixteen hours of COJET?certified training each year thereafter. Must have a valid driver’s license; if hired from out of state, must obtain an Arizona driver's license within 30 calendar days of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.

Please Note:

These positions require the ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

These positions are safety sensitive.

These positions are non-exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Working knowledge of:

Practices and procedures of a juvenile detention facility
Juvenile court proceedings
Standard housekeeping practices
Human behavior and various social, economic and cultural backgrounds

Ability to:

Deal impartially with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Work rotating shifts
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
Follow written and verbal instructions
Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety

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 click here for additional information. Please confirm you have read, understand, and agree to the aforementioned conditions and criteria by checking the box.

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JC2: Have you been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Services?

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JC3: Are you a Non-U.S. citizen or not eligible for work in the United States?

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JC4: Are you younger than 21 years of age?

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JC5: Do you need accommodation in the application or testing process due to a disability?

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JC6: Have you used dangerous/illegal drugs in the last 5 years?

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