For complete job posting visit: taneycounty.org This position involves entry level professional work in the enforcement and administration of the Missouri Juvenile Justice System. An employee in this position is vested with the statutory authority of a juvenile officer to take charge of children who come under the 46th Circuit Jurisdiction of the juvenile or family court. This position is expected to exercise supervision over juveniles under the court's jurisdiction. Employees in this class are expected to work with some degree of independence. Close supervision is received from and work is reviewed by a higher-level Juvenile Officer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be able to pass a criminal and child abuse and neglect background investigation. Must have graduated from a 4 year college or university with a degree in Criminal Justice Administration, Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or related field OR professional employment in a public or private agency involving substantial amount of time (over 50% of time) in the delivery of protective services to families, adults, children or the aged may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $46,622.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person