Juvenile Correctional Officer I Job at Minnehaha County, Minneapolis, MN

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  • Minnehaha County
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

Job Description

This position is located in Sioux Falls , South Dakota.

Why Join Our Team

The Minnehaha County Juvenile Detention Center invites you to apply for a Juvenile Correctional Officer I position to perform entry level professional work in the supervision, care, guidance, and custody of juveniles detained by the courts. This is a great opportunity to be part of a collaborative team and serve as a positive role model for juveniles.

GREAT WAGES!

The hiring range is $24.13/hr - $26.64/hr with a full earning potential up to $34.93/hr PLUS regular opportunities for pay increases.

NIGHT SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL!  Now paying a $1.00/hr night shift differential!

Standard shift times are 7 a.m.-3 p.m., 3 p.m. - 11 p.m., and 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. to provide coverage in a 24/7 operation. All positions include rotating weekends and holidays.  

A comprehensive benefits package includes paid holidays; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous PTO program; extended sick leave program; inclusion in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS); and a deferred compensation plan!

RETENTION BONUS: Newly hired Juvenile Correctional Officers are eligible to receive $1,000 at 9 months, 18 months, 27 months, and 36 months of service with good performance!!

This position will remain open until filled.  Application review begins on October 11, 2024.

CLOSING DATE: Continuous

Keywords:  Corrections, Criminal Justice, Mentor

All applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the date the position closes.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Ensure safety of juveniles by conducting room checks and ensuring safe completion of daily activities by assisting in food preparation, kitchen duties, and cleaning of classrooms, showers, and laundry areas. 
  • Complete proper documentation for warrants, incident reports, daily activity logs, admissions, releases, reports, and observations of juveniles' overall behavior.
  • De-escalate volatile situations using non-violent crisis intervention and physically restrain youth, when necessary, to ensure their safety as well as the safety of others.
  • Admit and release juveniles by completing paperwork and verifying accuracy of information and checking juveniles' property and medication in and out of the computer system.
  • May act as a Special Lay Magistrate by gathering testimony from law enforcement to determine placement of the juvenile. Schedule court date and time. Notify guardian of determination.

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What You Need to Succeed in this Role

  • Associate's degree in criminal justice, social science, or related field and one year of related work experience. Comparable combination of education or experience may be considered.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license. Must maintain a safe driving record.
  • Must successfully complete pre-employment background process.
  • Ability to work effectively with juveniles by gaining their confidence and respect. Basic knowledge of the growth, development, needs, and problems of adolescents.
  • Strong communication, observation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to sense, evaluate and manage tense group situations as they develop. Ability to de-escalate volatile situations.
  • Ability to perform all functions of physical restraint techniques, as instructed, for youth safety and the safety of others.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with youth, employees, other agencies and the public.
  • Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.

Though not required to be considered for a position, a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social science, related field experience working with adolescents or juveniles in a variety of environments, training or certification in non-violent crisis intervention, CPR, and First Aid, and training or experience with diverse cultures is a plus.

Why live and work in Sioux Falls?

  • Check out Niche.com's  Report Card on Sioux Falls .  Final Grade for Sioux Falls:  "A"!
  • Smart Asset has ranked Sioux Falls the  Best City for Young Professionals the last four years running!
  • Liveability's  Top 100 Best Place to Live puts Sioux Falls at an impressive #20!
  • In 2019, Sioux Falls ranked No. 1 on Forbes'  Best Small Cities for Business and Careers !

Sioux Falls / Minnehaha County has many thriving communities and is home to major medical facilities, a variety of cultural centers, and many beautiful lakes and parks with walking and biking paths.  Check out  some of the great things to do in our area through our Convention and Visitor's Bureau website!

EEO Statement

Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sex or gender including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.   Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Work experience placement, Shift work, Night shift,

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