Juvenile Correctional Sergeant- Macon YDC- Macon GA

Juvenile Justice, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

State of Georgia seeks a Juvenile Correctional Sergeant for Macon YDC in Macon, GA. The role supports detained youth with safety, structure, and rehabilitation, supervising staff and assisting the shift supervisor.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 6 months of relevant experience, and GA POST certification within 6 months. A valid driver license is also required.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as Juvenile Correctional Officer 3 or equivalent requirements.
• Leadership Core Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced training within six months of employment.
• Must hold State of Georgia POST certification within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Custody, safety, and care of youth following DJJ policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and structure to detained youth to promote safety and rehabilitation.
• Complete administrative paperwork and maintain records.

Skills

Leadership training

Team supervision

Policy adherence

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title

Juvenile Correctional Sergeant- Macon YDC- Macon GA

Agency

Department of Juvenile Justice

Job Requisition ID

JR0000007333

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$53,068.00

Job Description

Positively impact the lives of youth in the care of the Department of Juvenile Justice through the collaborative creation and maintenance of a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment in facilities. Provide support, guidance, and structure for our detained youth by modeling, encouraging, and reinforcing pro-social behaviors to include patience, empathy, cooperation, professionalism, and respect. Supervises, guides and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Assists shift supervisor with administration of the facility.

Job Specific Duties

• Assumes responsibility for the custody, security, and care of youth through adherence to policies and standard operating procedures governing the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Ensures the provision of direct support, guidance, and structure for detained youth with an emphasis on safety, personal conduct, care, and rehabilitation
• Completes administrative paperwork, preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and report
• Inspects, inventories, and maintains control of various security equipment and technology to successfully support the safety and well-being of juveniles served in facilities.
• Maintains order and discipline by intervening with youth through active supervision and controlling inappropriate youth behavior to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Provides support in training, selecting, and orienting subordinate correctional security staff.
• Reads and reviews youth information to identify issues that require special attention.
• Oversee officer activities and performance to ensure that the custody, security, and welfare of youth is maintained.
• Position may serve as the Shift Supervisor in the absence of the Lieutenant.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer 3 (PSP222) or equivalent.
• Must successfully complete Leadership Core Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced within the first six months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six months of employment.
• Must have a valid Driver License.

Physical Agility Standards

This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding activities associated with maintaining safety and security within our secured facilities and community settings. Candidates must be capable of meeting agency-established physical agility standards and may be required to successfully complete a validated physical agility assessment before hiring and at other intervals as required by agency policy. The Department of Juvenile Justice reserves the right to modify physical agility standards and testing requirements as necessary to meet operational, legal, accreditation, certification, or safety requirements.

Military Salary Increase Incentive Amount

• 2.5% for one year of active-duty service
• 5% for two years of active-duty service
• 7.5% for three years of active-duty service
• 10% for 4+ years of active-duty service

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION. THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED. DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer 3 (PSP222) or equivalent. Must successfully complete Leadership Core Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced within the first six months of employment; or four (4) years of military experience. Must possess and maintain State of Georgia Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six (6) months of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

About Georgia State Government

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