Overnight Weekend Juvenile Detention Officer

Washington County Government; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

EAP Program

APERS retirement

Arkansas Public Employees Retirement

Job summary

Washington County Government is seeking a Juvenile Detention Officer to manage the daily operation of the Juvenile Detention Center. The role provides a safe, secure, and caring environment for up to 36 juveniles aged 10–18 and requires working overnight weekends.

Shifts are 40 hours per week, 10-hour days, Friday through Monday 9pm–7am, with on-call duties for emergencies and sick coverage. Applicants must meet background and security clearance requirements and may be subject to testing.

Qualifications

• Must pass a criminal background check and obtain security clearances where required.
• Subject to pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing; this position may require a drug test for certain promotions.
• Benefits eligibility includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, EAP Program, APERS retirement plan.

Responsibilities

• Operate the daily operation of the Juvenile Detention Center and maintain a safe, secure, and caring environment for up to 36 juveniles ages 10–18.
• Work a scheduled shift and be on-call to cover sick calls and facility emergencies as needed.
• Uphold facility rules, safety protocols, and orderly conduct of residents while ensuring humane treatment.

Job description

Washington County Government is seeking a Juvenile Detention Officer to manage the daily operation of the Juvenile Detention Center. The role provides a safe, secure, and caring environment for up to 36 juveniles aged 10–18 and requires working overnight weekends.

Shifts are 40 hours per week, 10-hour days, Friday through Monday 9pm–7am, with on-call duties for emergencies and sick coverage. Applicants must meet background and security clearance requirements and may be subject to testing.