Juvenile Supervision Officer

Collin County is seeking degreed candidates who are passionate about helping kids.  If you want to meet residents of the Collin County Juvenile Detention Center where they are in their life journey, provide them with a safe environment, and be a mentor to move their lives in a more positive direction, this is the job for you! This position works a unique schedule of 12-hour shifts that provides 3 to 4 days off in a row every week. This position’s primary focus is to provide supervision of and care for the Juvenile residents of the Collin County Juvenile Detention Facility.  This includes;

• Conducting intake and release of juveniles.
• Conducting searches.
• Setting expectations for resident juvenile’s behavior.
• Monitoring and managing resident’s behavior.
• Handle physical interventions when other interventions fail.
• Ensures juveniles receive meals, clothing, hygiene products and other necessities.
• Escorts juveniles to visitation areas, court, school, group counseling or medical visits.
• Mentors juveniles and designs programs that help them work off their community service hours and develop skills for future employment.
• Related duties as needed.
• Work is performed under the direction of the Lead Juvenile Supervision Officer

All candidates must have:

• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations, enforce rules and discipline as outlined by policy, and provide a safe and caring yet firm environment for residents of the Juvenile Detention Facility.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• The ability to earn a Juvenile Supervision Officer certification within six (6) months of employment.
• A valid Texas’s Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Candidates must be able to work a schedule that includes some weekend work.  Juvenile Supervision Officer schedules are 12 hour shifts, 3/4 days per week for a total of 84 hours per 2 week period.  The hire process includes a polygraph exam and psychological evaluation. 

Workplace and Benefits

Collin County offers a fast-paced working environment, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long and short term disability.  Retirement benefits have an excellent employer match.

You must submit a completed application to be considered for employment.  Attaching a resume is not considered an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

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