Juvenile Hall Shift Supervisor I

Contra Costa County; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County Probation Department is seeking an Institutional Supervisor I to oversee Juvenile Institution Officers at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall in Martinez, CA.

The role functions as a shift supervisor and may serve as Facility Supervisor during graveyard shifts, with duties spanning intake, programs, housing units, and SYTF-related tasks. The position requires knowledge of juvenile group techniques, strong communication, and staff training abilities, with a focus on health and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field.
• Three years full-time experience as Juvenile Institution Officer with one year at Officer II, or three years as Deputy Probation Officer with one year at Deputy PO II.
• Citizenship: US citizen or permanent resident eligible for citizenship.
• Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License required.
• Ability to meet health standards as prescribed by County Medical Consultant.

Responsibilities

• Supervising Juvenile Institution Officers engaged in care and custody of detained/committed youth.
• Ensuring health, welfare, and safety of the youth.
• Preparing clear and concise reports and records.
• Enforcing policies consistently, fairly, and in an appropriate manner.
• Motivating employees to improve performance and achieve goals.
• Adopting effective courses of action during emergencies.

Skills

Juvenile group work

Casework techniques

Staff supervision

Effective communication

Training & coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Corrections, Social Work or related field

Job description

Contra Costa County Probation Department is seeking an Institutional Supervisor I to oversee Juvenile Institution Officers at John A. Davis Juvenile Hall in Martinez, CA.

The role functions as a shift supervisor and may serve as Facility Supervisor during graveyard shifts, with duties spanning intake, programs, housing units, and SYTF-related tasks. The position requires knowledge of juvenile group techniques, strong communication, and staff training abilities, with a focus on health and safety