Secondary Shift Supervisor - Juvenile Detention

Bell County, Texas; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell County is seeking a Juvenile Supervision Officer to lead the shift, supervise staff, and manage daily detention operations in Central Texas. The role includes coordinating work schedules, training new employees, and ensuring safety and compliance within the facility.

Responsibilities also include transporting juveniles to court and activities, overseeing intake and reporting, and addressing challenging situations while maintaining high standards of service.

Qualifications

• Requires high school graduation or GED with specialized training plus two years of related experience (juvenile detention, law enforcement, or case work).
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Requires Juvenile Supervision Officer certification and ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Team Lead for the shift and supervises staff, processing concerns and performance evaluations.
• Coordinates, assigns, reviews, and schedules work; maintains standards and monitors progress.
• Provides on-the-job training and assesses new employees.
• Manages the daily operation of the detention facility and transports juveniles to court, school, and recreation activities.
• Monitors intake procedures and report preparation; handles difficult situations and assists staff.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

Job Description

• Serves as Team Lead for the shift
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed
• Provides on-the-job training assignments and assesses work of new employees
• Manages the daily operation of the detention facility
• Transport juveniles to and from court, school and recreation activities
• Monitors intake procedures and report preparation procedures
• Assists staff in the handling of difficult or unusual situations
• Makes routine inspections of facility and equipment; informs maintenance of necessary repairs
• Inventories and procures cleaning, hygiene and clothing supplies for the residents
• Reviews incident reports submitted by the Intake Officer
• Performs related work as required
• Must possess a valid state drivers license with acceptable driving record
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent with specialized training supplemented by two (2) years of experience with a juvenile detention center, law enforcement, case work or closely related experience

Physical Demands

Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise leve;ls, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery. Electrical shock; Heights. Radiation; Disease/pathogens. Toxic/caustic chemicals; Explosives; Violence. Other extreme hazards not listed above

Special Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history
• Requires Juvenile Supervision Officer certification
• Must speak, read, and write in English

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management

Additional Qualifications

Proposed Compensation

$27.47 - $28.59

Additional Recruiting Instruction

All current employees must also complete their application on the county website. The Background investigation Release Form and the Prison Rape Elimination Act Disclosure form which can be obtained at: https://www.bellcountytx.com/departments/human_resources/juvenile_services_applicant_forms.php#outer-286

Bell county reserves the right to close or extend any job posting at any time, regardless of the job posting closing date listed

Mission Statement

The government of Bell County, Texas exists to promote and sustain a superior quality of life in Central Texas. In partnership with our communities and citizens, we pledge to deliver cost-effective services in a personal, responsive, and innovative manner.

The Government of Bell County Values

• Public Safety for all citizens
• Responsibility and accountability
• People as our most important resource
• Achievement of positive solutions to every problem
• Positive liaisons with local government organizations
• A county that is renowned for its beauty and cleanliness
• Taking pride and achieving the highest quality in all we do
• An open, accessible government, where citizen involvement is vital
• Fairness, integrity, and trust as essential qualities of ethical governance
• Encouragement of progressive thinking through employee involvement and teamwork
• Citizens as customers, deserving the highest quality of services delivered by a local government

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