Job description

This position assigned to the Cabarrus Juvenile Detention Center in Concord,
North Carolina .

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**Position will be assigned to the 2nd and 3rd shift.***

The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct supervision to direct care staff responsible for the safety and security of pre and post-adjudicated delinquents, status offenders and juveniles bound over to Superior Court as well as provide direct supervision to aforementioned juveniles.

Personnel responsibilities include assisting in the hiring of staff, the training and orientation of new employees, the assignment of work, performance management, and ensuring staff meet and maintain certification requirements and comply with policies and procedures.

Work is subject to close personal and physical contact with juveniles and decisions that are made impact the protection of state property, the physical safety of the juveniles, staff and the employee.

This position does involve shift, weekend, and holiday work.

Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is NC10. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

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About Juvenile Justice: The Juvenile Justice Section is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. Click here to learn more about the North Carolina Department of Public Safety's Juvenile Justice Overview. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we would welcome you to be part of the team.

About the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS): NC DPS is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection and preparation. We have a mission that matters!

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review attachments in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click on this LINK* for additional information.*

• Basic knowledge of institutional programming techniques for delinquent juveniles.
• Basic knowledge of various treatment and rehabilitative modalities.
• Skill in establishing rapport with a variety of treatment professionals, staff and juveniles.
• Ability to provide leadership to organize and supervise the activities of a group.
• Ability to effectively communicate and express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to relate with the population served and their families.

Management Preferences:

• Working knowledge of the principles of administration involved in operating a secured facility.
• Working knowledge of the adolescent behavior and development and juvenile law.
• Ability to create monthly Staff schedules.
• Previous Managerial experience in Supervising multiple Staff that includes being a role model for appropriate workplace behavior.

• Experience in Training New Employee's

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services field, criminal justice or related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience working with at-risk youth, one year of which must have been in a secure or residential treatment facility.

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Associate degree in human services, criminal justice or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience working with at-risk youth, one year of which must have been in a secure or residential treatment facility;*

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or an equivalent combination of education and experience.*

Necessary Special Qualifications:
Applicants for positions designated as Juvenile Justice Officers are subject to and must meet the hiring and training standards established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, as defined in Title 12, Chapter 9 of the NC Administrative Code, by the statutory authority of GS 17C.

Selected applicant must attend and successfully complete and pass the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program. The certification requires four weeks to complete and is comprised of classroom and physically demanding training. This training is carried out at regional training centers and requires consecutive overnight stays. In addition, the selected candidate must:

• Have or be able to obtain required documentation for certification as a Juvenile Justice Officer (i.e. a diploma)
• Pass a Criminal Background check
• Pass a Drug Screening test
• Pass a Psychological test
• Pass a Sexual Risk Screening test
• Pass a Physical
• Be a US citizen
• Be at least 20 years of age
• Have a valid driver's license

Information regarding required documentation and the JJO certification requirements may be found on the NC Dept of Justice website.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,456.00 - $69,048.00 per year

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