Entry-Level Juvenile Detention Officer - Serve & Grow

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County is seeking an entry-level Juvenile Detention Officer to provide direct supervision of youths in a 24-hour detention facility. The role emphasizes ensuring health, safety, and welfare in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, effective communication, and First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days. A Texas driver’s license, background check, and mandatory drug testing are required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program.
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility in a manner that ensures health, safety and welfare of each youth.
• Discipline youths by enforcing rules; document behavior and actions.
• Administer medications, transport youths to appointments, and perform intake assessments or discharges as needed.
• Conduct room checks, searches, and participate in drills; may be involved in transportation duties.
• Coordinate and provide daily educational and entertaining programs and activities.

Skills

Communication (oral & written)

First Aid/CPR certification

Background check clearance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Dallas County is seeking an entry-level Juvenile Detention Officer to provide direct supervision of youths in a 24-hour detention facility. The role emphasizes ensuring health, safety, and welfare in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, effective communication, and First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days. A Texas driver’s license, background check, and mandatory drug testing are required.