GROUP SUPERVISOR I

santacruzcountyca.gov; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 22–37 days

Holidays 14 days

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement pension

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax savings options

Job summary

County of Santa Cruz is seeking a Group Supervisor I to provide care, welfare, custody and rehabilitation of juvenile detainees at the juvenile hall on a variety of shifts, including days, swing, graveyard, weekdays, weekends and holidays.

Requirements include coursework in psychology or sociology or related experience; a valid California Class C Driver License is required; completion of STC Core training during probation; and the ability to pass a full background investigation.

Qualifications

• Coursework in psychology, sociology or other behavioral science OR experience involving the supervision, care, or leadership of juveniles or adults.

Responsibilities

• Under direction, provides for the care, welfare, custody and rehabilitation of juvenile detainees in the juvenile hall on an assigned shift and/or youth participating in a community-based detention alternative program.
• Group Supervisors work a variety of shifts, including days, swing, graveyard, weekdays, weekends and holidays.
• Learn and apply practices and procedures used in detention, custody and care of detainees and youth participating in a community based detention alternative program; respond constructively to behavior problems and gain cooperation.
• Plan, organize and direct a group of detainees and/or youth in work, meal and leisure time activities; learn to anticipate and prevent acts of violence to persons and property; work cooperatively with others.
• Write clear and concise log entries and reports; comprehend and follow oral and written instructions; obtain a First Aid and CPR Certificate.

Job description

Human Resources Department, 701 Ocean Street, Suite 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

INVITES YOU TO APPLY FOR:

THE JOB: Under direction, provides for the care, welfare, custody and rehabilitation of juvenile detainees in the juvenile hall on an assigned shift and/or youth participating in a community-based detention alternative program; and does other work as required. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, substitute, and temporary (extra-help) positions. GROUP SUPERVISORS WORK A VARIETY OF SHIFTS, INCLUDING DAYS, SWING, GRAVEYARD, WEEKDAYS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be: Coursework in psychology, sociology or other behavioral science OR experience involving the supervision, care, or leadership of juveniles or adults.

Special Requirements: License/Certificate Requirements: Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver License during the course of employment. Ability to successfully complete CA State mandated Core training through the Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) program within the probationary period. Background Investigation: Ability to pass a full background investigation to meet provisions of Government Codes 1029, 1029.1 and 1031. Special Working Conditions: Exposure to the possibility of bodily injury; infections which may cause chronic disease or death; combative minor detainees; offensive odors;

GROUP SUPERVISOR I

Bilingual (English/Spanish) Encouraged to Apply

Closing Date: Friday, December 4, 2026

County of Santa Cruz

County Equity Statement

Equity in action in Santa Cruz County is a transformative process that embraces individuals of every status, providing unwavering support, dignity, and compassion.

Through this commitment, the County ensures intentional opportunities and access, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and belong.

high noise levels; insect bites; dust and pollens. Other Special Working Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment to be in compliance with Department of Juvenile Justice requirements;must be a U.S. citizen or have a pending application for naturalization; must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays and on an emergency, as needed basis. Candidates are subject to the State of California Board of State and Community Corrections Title 15 – Minimum Standards for Juvenile Facilities and must pass a pre-employment medical evaluation and physical examination that meet the requirements of Title 15, Article 3. If appointed to a regular non-extra-help position from this list, incumbents must successfully complete, within one year of hire, an out-of-county 5-week training course with a physical conditioning component.

Knowledge: Some knowledge of basic factors that influence human behavior; good health and hygiene and typical housekeeping methods; and basic interviewing principles and techniques.

Ability to: Learn and apply practices and procedures used in detention, custody and care of detainees and youth participating in a community based detention alternative program; respond constructively to detainees and/or youth participating in a community based detention alternative program behavior problems and understand and gain their cooperation; plan, organize and direct a group of detainees and/or youth participating in a community based detention alternative program in work, meal and leisure time activities; learn to anticipate and prevent acts of violence to persons and property; work cooperatively with others; write clear and concise log entries and reports; comprehend and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively orally; obtain a First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by the American Red Cross; stand and walk for extended periods of time up to 8 hours; lift items weighing up to 35 pounds from floor level and 50 pounds from 12 inches above floor level, such as assisting in lifting a minor detainee and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; conduct individual, group and family counseling with juveniles with behavioral or emotional problems; and work without close supervision.

THE EXAMINATION: Your application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine if you have met the education, experience, training and/or licensing requirements as stated on the job announcement. If you meet these criteria and are one of the best qualified, you may be required to compete in any combination of written, oral and/or performance examinations or a competitive evaluation of training and experience as described on your application and supplemental questionnaire. You must pass all components of the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The examination may be eliminated if there are ten or fewer qualified applicants. If the eligible list is established without the administration of the announced examination, the life of the eligible list will be six months and your overall score will be based upon an evaluation of your application and supplemental questionnaire. If during those six months it is necessary to administer another examination for this job class, you will be invited to take the examination to remain on the eligible list.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• ANNUAL LEAVE - 22 days first year, increasing to 37 days after 15 years. Available for vacation and/or sick leave.
• HOLIDAYS - 14 paid holidays per year.
• BEREAVEMENT LEAVE - 3 days paid in California, 5 days paid out-of-state.
• MEDICAL PLAN – The County contracts with CalPERS for a variety of medical plans. For most plans, County contributions pay a majority of the premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
• DENTAL PLAN - County pays for employee and eligible dependent coverage.
• VISION PLAN - County pays for employee coverage. Employee may purchase eligible dependent coverage.
• RETIREMENT - 1959 Survivor’s Benefit plus pension formula 2% at age 50 or 2.7% at age 57 as determined based on provisions of the CA Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013(PEPRA). Pension benefit determined by final average compensation of three years. County pays a portion of retirement contribution.
• LIFE INSURANCE - County paid $20,000 term policy. Employee may purchase additional life insurance.
• DISABILITY INSURANCE - Employees in the General Representation Unit participate in the State Disability Insurance (SDI) program. This program is funded 100% by employee payroll deductions.
• DEPENDENT-CARE PLAN - Employees who make contributions for child or dependent care may elect to have their contributions made utilizing “pre-tax dollars.”
• H-CARE PLAN - Employees who pay a County medical premium may elect this pre-tax program.
• HEALTH CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ALLOWANCE (HCFSA) - Employees may elect this pre-tax program to cover qualifying health care expenses.
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION - A deferred compensation plan is available to employees.

Note: Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

County of Santa Cruz