Senior Juvenile Detention Officer II - Leadership & Care

State of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida is hiring a Juvenile Justice Detention Officer II for the Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and compliance of youth in custody while maintaining a respectful and secure environment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and knowledge of youth care policies. This position requires rotating shifts, evening, weekend, and holiday availability, and passing various background checks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of care and custody procedures for youth.
• Ability to maintain safety and manage conflicts.
• Skills in preparing and maintaining reports for youth supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties responsibly while ensuring a safe environment.
• Supervise youth and maintain control as needed.
• Assist in operations and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Knowledge of department policies

Effective oral and written communication

Conflict management skills

Basic arithmetic skills

Observation of youth behavior

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

The State of Florida is hiring a Juvenile Justice Detention Officer II for the Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and compliance of youth in custody while maintaining a respectful and secure environment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and knowledge of youth care policies. This position requires rotating shifts, evening, weekend, and holiday availability, and passing various background checks.