Juvenile Correctional Sergeant - Augusta YDC - Augusta Ga. (FSC)

Job Summary:

Positively impact the lives of youth in the care of the Department of Juvenile Justice through the collaborative creation and maintenance of a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment in facilities. Provide support, guidance, and structure for our detained youth by modeling, encouraging, and reinforcing pro-social behaviors to include patience, empathy, cooperation, professionalism, and respect. Supervises, guides and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Assists shift supervisor with administration of the facility.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Assumes responsibility for the custody, security, and care of youth through adherence to policies and standard operating procedures governing the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. Ensures the provision of direct support, guidance, and structure for detained youth with an emphasis on safety, personal conduct, care, and rehabilitation Completes administrative paperwork, preparation and maintenance of records, forms and report Inspects, inventories, and maintains control of various security equipment and technology to successfully support the safety and well-being of juveniles served in facilities. Maintains order and discipline by intervening with youth through active supervision and controlling inappropriate youth behavior to maintain a safe and secure environment. Provides support in training, selecting, and orienting subordinate correctional security staff. Reads and reviews youth information to identify issues that require special attention. Oversee officer activities and performance to ensure that the custody, security, and welfare of youth is maintained. Position may serve as the Shift Supervisor in the absence of the Lieutenant.

Entry Qualification:

High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer 3 (PSP222) or equivalent. Must successfully complete Leadership Core Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced within the first six months of employment. Or four (4) years of military experience. Must possess and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six (6) months of employment.

PREFERRERD QUALIFICATION

In addition to Entry Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications may be added by the agency.

NOTE:

The above job description represents the general nature, primary duties and responsibilities, and qualifications for the work performed by employees within this job but is not a comprehensive and exhaustive list. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned, and specific duties, responsibilities, and activities within the core nature of the job may change at any time with or without notice. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, as specified by the employing entity, with or without reasonable accommodation Benefits In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer 3 (PSP222) or equivalent. Must successfully complete Leadership Core Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced within the first six months of employment; or four (4) years of military experience. Must possess and maintain State of Georgia Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six (6) months of employment.

Additional Information Agency Logo:

Requisition ID:

LAW0

BAX Number of Openings:

1

Advertised Salary:

$ 58,375.00

Shift:

Day Job Posting End Date:

May 25, 2026