JUVENILE CORRECTIONS OFFICER I/ II (Full-Time & Extra-Help)

Job SummaryExtra-Help:

Level I Hiring Range:

$26.38

• $29.

02/

Hourly DOELevel II Hiring Range:

$29.15

• $32.

07/

Hourly DOEFull-Time:

Level I Hiring Range:

$4,573

• $5,031/

Monthly DOELevel II Hiring Range:

$5,053

• $5,559/Monthly DOEThe ideal candidate:

Passion for working with youth, with a genuine desire to support their growth and development.

Strong interpersonal skills and emotional maturity to engage effectively with youth from diverse socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

A person of integrity, compassion, and humility, committed to serving as a positive influence.

Team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to collaborate and support colleagues in a dynamic work environment.

Positive role model, consistently demonstrating respectful behavior, accountability, and professionalism.

Ability to mentor, guide, and inspire youth, encouraging positive change and fostering hope for a brighter future.

Experience as a coach, mentor, teacher, or in a similar youth-focused role, either professionally or personally.

Proven ability to multi-task, remain calm under pressure, and respond appropriately in high-stress or challenging situations.

Committed to upholding department policies and procedures, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.

Examples of DutiesClick HERE for the Class Specification. QualificationsThe minimum and preferred requirements are listed below.

While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

Juvenile Corrections Officer

IMINIMUM

Equivalent to graduation from high school and some college coursework in a related field or one (1) year of work experience which has involved extensive public contact.

PREFERRED

In addition to the minimum, an Associate's degree from an accredited college with major coursework in psychology, administration of justice/criminology, behavioral or social sciences, social work, or related field and one (1) year experience working with juveniles in a Title 15 detention facility. Juvenile Corrections Officer

IIMINIMUM

In addition to the requirements of the I level, one (1) year of experience in counseling and overseeing juveniles in a Title 15 detention facility equivalent to the County's class of Juvenile Corrections Officer I and successful completion of the Juvenile Counselor Core curriculum approved by Standards of Training and Corrections.

PREFERRED

In addition to the minimum, an Associate's degree from an accredited college with major coursework in psychology, administration of justice/criminology, behavioral or social sciences, social work or related field and up to three (3) years experience working in counseling and overseeing juveniles in a Title 15 detention facility equivalent to the County's class of Juvenile Corrections Officer I.

Licenses and Certification:

The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.

Possess or obtain a valid First Aid and CPR Certification within one (1) year of appointment to classification and maintain annually thereafter. Possess or obtain California 832 PC Certification for limited peace officer status within one (1) year of appointment to classification.

Complete California State Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Juvenile Counselor Core Course Certificate within one (1) year of appointment to classification. Must successfully complete additional required certified instruction and maintain annually thereafter.

Special Requirements:

Positions in this classification are Peace Officers as defined in Section 830.55 of the California Penal Code, and must meet employment guidelines and standards established by the Commission for Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) for peace officers; the provisions of Sections 1029 and 1031 of the California Government Code; and the Standards and Training for Corrections (STC), Selection and Training Standards, as contained in Title 15, Sections 100-358, California Code of Regulations including passing a detailed background investigation in a fingerprint check, having no felony convictions, passing a medical and psychological exam, being at least 21 years of age by the time of appointment, being a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States. DMV printout prior to hire. Work any scheduled rotational shift as assigned, including evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Meet and maintain appropriate state standards concerning physical and psychological characteristics. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.•

EXTRA-HELP EXPECTATIONS

MUST be available to work the following 12 hour shifts which may include holidays:

Day Shift

• Sunday through Saturday (6:00 a.m.
• 6:00 p.m.)Night Shift
• Sunday through Saturday (6:00 p.m.
• 6:00 a.m.) Minimum monthly commitment
• 36 hours each month which MUST include availability for at least one night shift per month. Calendaring
• MUST submit a monthly availability calendar to the Juvenile Hall Control Room Operator (CRO) for the following month's availability.

The calendar is due to the CRO by the 25th day of each month. Partial shifts are available but must be a minimum of four hours. You are expected to be available for the entirety of the calendared shift, including partial shifts. Changes in availability must be made at least 7 days in advance of the shift you agreed to work. Shift scheduling

• A CRO will notify you of the schedule and make every effort to do so at least 7 days in advance of your confirmed work schedule, except in the case of emergencies and unscheduled leave. Shift cancellations
• MUST contact the on duty Supervisor for approval and make every effort to provide at least 7 days notice. Urgent cancellations (i.e. sick)
• Contact the on duty Supervisor as soon as possible prior to shift.

From time to time, you may be needed to assist in case of emergencies and unscheduled leaves. In these instances, a CRO may reach out to you to check availability. You should make your best effort to return calls in a reasonable amount of time to indicate availability. Cases of Emergency

• From time to time, you may be needed to assist in case of emergencies and unscheduled leaves.

In these instances, a CRO may reach out to you to check availability. You should make your best effort to return calls in a reasonable amount of time to indicate availability.

About Detention Services & Yuba County:

Our Department believes people can change and we can be instrumental in supporting that change. We are a small workplace family that supports one another to accomplish our mission and allow our team members to live full lives outside the workplace. Our Campus provides youth detention services to the communities of Yuba, Sutter, and Colusa Counties as well as several contract counties through our Camp Singer program. We operate 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, and includes the Tri-County Juvenile Hall, Secure Housing Unit, and Maxine Singer Youth Guidance Center (Camp Singer), under a Joint Powers Agreement between the three counties. Our Department is the administrative agency responsible for the management and daily operation of the facility. The shared goal of facility staff is to provide youth with support and tools that will assist them with successfully reintegrating back into the community. Staff are provided with state mandated relevant training, which includes youth trauma; crisis management; cultural competence; mental health awareness; sexual abuse and harassment; and proper use of force.

IMPORTANT

All qualified applicants will be required to participate in the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC), Correctional Officer & Probation Officer series exam. Additional details with specifics will follow after the published application review date. Upon request, applicants placed on the eligibility list will be required to complete, sign and return a Personal History Statement directly to the Probation Department. This position is representedby the Probation Peace Officers Association (PPOA).For a comprehensive listing of benefits associated with this position please click here.