Juvenile Justice Sergeant - Leadership and Security

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Correctional Sergeant to supervise staff and juvenile services at the Paducah facility. You will coordinate operations, ensure safety, and maintain records while guiding youth in rehabilitation and accountability.

Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma, one year of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. Expect overtime, mandatory academy training, and potential shift premiums as part of the

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Must have one year of experience in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, or related fields.
• Substitutions for education can replace required experience as detailed in the job posting.
• Must be twenty-one years of age and hold a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Has functional supervision over and coordinates the work of employees or inmates for a specialized program or detail.
• Performs custodial security functions.
• Supervises and monitors activities of DJJ juveniles; assists juveniles in interpersonal skill development.
• Supervises Correctional Officers. Completes evaluations and approves time and attendance.
• Maintains shift logs on juvenile's activities and notifies supervisors of issues; completes incident reports as needed; assists juveniles in complaint procedures.
• Provides support services for routine maintenance, etc.; checks premises and ensures the safety of juveniles; attends staff meetings, case conferences and trainings.
• Assists in group counseling sessions and assignments.
• Transports juveniles to off campus outings, appointments, etc.
• Be able to exert physical effort in the proper restraint of residents based on behavior.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Correctional Sergeant to supervise staff and juvenile services at the Paducah facility. You will coordinate operations, ensure safety, and maintain records while guiding youth in rehabilitation and accountability.

Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma, one year of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. Expect overtime, mandatory academy training, and potential shift premiums as part of the