Detention Officer I (Grade 10

Yuma County; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County is seeking a Detention Officer to supervise detainees and maintain safety within the Juvenile Justice Center. Under supervision, you will observe behavior, enforce policy, and respond to emergencies while supporting rehabilitation initiatives.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, and preferred candidates may hold an Associate’s Degree in social services or criminal justice. A valid Arizona driver’s license and background checks are part of the process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in related field preferred.
• Experience in security/detention settings is a plus.
• Ability to observe detainees and maintain safe, orderly environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety and security of detainees, visitors, staff and facility.
• Monitor behavior and enforce rules; de-escalate potentially violent situations.
• Assist in transport, admissions, medical needs, and incident reporting.

Skills

Observation

Safety awareness

Detention supervision

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Social Services, Criminal Justice OR related field

Job description

Job Summary

• Applications are sought on behalf of the Juvenile Justice Center in Yuma County. Yuma County Human Resources does not review any applications submitted for this position. All applications are forwarded to Juvenile Justice Center Human Resources in Yuma County.**

This position is advertised from the minimum to the mid-point hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.

• Applications are sought on behalf of the Juvenile Justice Center in Yuma County. Yuma County Human Resources does not review any applications submitted for this position. All applications are forwarded to Juvenile Justice Center Human Resources in Yuma County.**

NATURE OF WORK

Under close supervision performs security work of routine difficulty, provides care and ensures the safety of juveniles in a detention center; observes behavior, and maintains the orderly conduct of detainees and visitors; supervises and protects detainees according to policies, procedures and regulations.

Nature of Work

(Illustrative Only) Oversees the safety and security of the detainees, visitors, staff, and detention facility; monitors behavior of detainees, promotes acceptable attitude and accountability, and encourages rehabilitation techniques in accordance with Federal, State, County, and related laws; provides care, custody and control of detainees according to policies, procedures and regulations; maintains constant observation of detainee activities, keeps accurate records of activities, and maintains discipline; may physically restrain disorderly detainees and take steps necessary to control the environment, watches detainees for rule violations and behavioral changes; de-escalates potentially violent situations; processes initial bookings by completing paperwork, frisks and strip searches detainees to detect weapons and contraband, assesses hygiene needs, issues clothing, property inventory, and enters data into the computer system in accordance to statutory requirement; processes detainee’s releases; provides direct supervision to juveniles in custody; assists in transport of detainees to court, school, medical appointments/services and other trips to and from the facility; provides effective role modeling and mentoring to juveniles in the facility; implements and delivers programs to juveniles, supporting detention philosophy, goals and objectives; conducts inspections, security checks, and searches; serves meals and advises supervisor of detainee medical attention needs; participates in the investigation of incidents to include grievances; responds to and manages emergencies, life-threatening and hazardous situations, restrains combative, suicidal or mentally disturbed detainees; prepares and maintains chronological logs and records of facility and detainee activity; facilitates education and life skills programming in detention pods and classrooms; operates computer to enter and retrieve detainee information; operates radio communications equipment and office equipment; administers first aid procedures, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillation (AED); may testify in court proceedings; completes and maintains a variety of files and records, both written and electronically; assists in the coordination of resources within and those in contact with the detention center; works a rotating shift with rotating schedules; maintains regular and reliable attendance; maintains appropriate security and confidentiality of all information and material encountered within performing duties; monitors external grounds; identifies potential breaches to security; cleans and/or oversees routine cleaning of housing units; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Experience and Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent; must be at least 21 years of age;

Preferred Qualifications

One of the following: one year of experience in law enforcement, social services, group homes or closely related area; Associates Degree in Social Services, Criminal Justice OR a closely related field.

Additional Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license; this classification requires the applicant to pass pre-employment testing; criminal background checks; a record check with the Department of Child and Family Services for any substantiated reports; physical, psychological, polygraph examination, and a drug test prior to appointment; this classification requires pre-employment and random drug testing; successfully complete the Yuma County Juvenile Court Detention Officer Field Training and the Arizona State Detention Officer Academy within 1 year of employment; will be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays and some overtime, as scheduled. Subject to immediate callout when an emergency exists; demonstrates commitment to the Juvenile Court’s strategic plan, mission statement and departmental goals; employees of this classification are required to obtain certification in CPR, First Aid, Van Safety, and Defensive Driving within the first six months of employment; employees of this classification must maintain all certifications stated above; the above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not to be considered a complete statement of requirements.

Physical Demands

Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle; will be required to stand and walk for at least half of their scheduled work shift; manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; manual dexterity to handwrite or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see and read; hear and speak to communicate with customers in person and over the phone; lifting up to 50 pounds, unloading, pushing and carrying small files/objects to and from various locations.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of: Applicable State of Arizona statutes, rules, administrative orders, operational policies and procedures, Federal rules and requirements; superior Court and Yuma County policies and procedures; identifying and implementing operational standards; basic principles and practices of supervision of detainees; prison R