Find & Apply For Correctional / Detention Officer Jobs in Yuma, Arizona

NATURE OF

WORKPerforms varied tasks and services that support the operation of the Juvenile Detention Center. Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

EXAMPLES OF WORK

(Illustrative Only) Oversees the safety and well-being of persons committed to the Juvenile Detention Center; reviews booking and release paperwork; transports detainees to court, school, medical appointments/services and other trips to and from the facility; escorts detainees to court, school, medical appointments/services and other trips to and from the facility; provides food, water and medical attention; investigates incidents and provides written reports; identifies and recommends changes in policies and/or procedures; fills out and maintains a variety of files and records; provides information and advice related to level of supplies and materials; assists in the coordination of resources within and those in contact with the detention center; works a rotating shift with rotating schedules; performs other functions as assigned; the above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not to be considered a complete statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements; regular and reliable attendance is required. Minimum qualifications & Requirements

EXPERIENCE

& EDUCATIONHigh school diploma OR GED; AND, One year of experience in law enforcement, social services, group homes OR closely related area; OR, Associates Degree in Social Services, Criminal Justice OR a closely related field; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Successfully complete the Yuma County Sheriff's Detention Officer Academy within 1 year of employment; this classification requires the applicant to pass criminal background checks, polygraph, psychological, physical or drug test prior to appointment; must have the ability to work all three shifts (days, afternoons and graveyards), holidays and weekends; a valid Arizona State driver's license may be required; Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation is required; employees of this classification are required to obtain certification in CPR, First Aid, Van Safety; defensive driving and as a food handler within the first six months of employment; employees of this classification must maintain all certifications stated above; the above information is not to be considered a complete statement of additional requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in detention facility; work involves intense concentration on activities going on around one's location on a constant basis throughout the entire work shift; work occasionally involves personal danger, and potential exposure to hazardous, uncontrollable and life threatening situations; requires physical ability to subdue hostile individuals; and must be able to work during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must be at least the age of 21; in addition to the regular screening process the applicant will be required to participate and pass the following: written employment test, physical agility, polygraph and psychological test. The Supplemental Form is mandatory and it must be completed along with the Yuma County application. Point of Contact

EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D/DRUG FREE

WORKPLACEApply:

Yuma County Human Resources - 198 S. Main St., Yuma, AZ 85364

Phone:

(928) 373-1013 Fax (928) 373-1153 Job Line (928) 373-6090

Website:

www.yumacountyaz.gov