The Juvenile Division of the Allen County Court of Common Pleas is now accepting applications and/or letters of interest for the position of Detention Officer -- Male, Female, Full-Time, & Part-Time positions are available. Current employees may apply for this position via email or letter to the Human Resources Director which must include an updated resume.

Pertinent Information:?

Civil Service Status: Unclassified

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Full-Time

Part-time: $18.50/hour

Full-time: $19.00/hour

Department Head:

Director of Detention Services

Exempt Type: Not Applicable

Up-Line Supervisor:

Deputy Director of Detention Services

Scheduled hours are to be determined and are subject to change

DISTINGUISHING JOB CHARACTERISTICS:

Maintain knowledge of, compliance with, and ability to impact the policies and procedures of the Allen County Juvenile Court and those of the Allen County Juvenile Detention Center as well as chapter 5139-37 of the Ohio Administrative Code

Visually monitor and control resident's behavior in daily programs by observing behaviors, maintaining control, and administering disciplinary sanctions in accordance with policy

Supervise and direct the activities of residents in daily program by observing behaviors, maintaining control, and administering disciplinary sanctions in accordance with policy

Attend to the basic needs of the residents to include providing adequate food, shelter, and clothing

Set a positive example for residents by professional and responsible adult behavior

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Display professional behavior and conduct

Maintain the Facility in a secure, safe, sanitary, and organized manner

Make sound and reasonable decisions and judgments regarding daily operations and emergency situations

Conduct visual bed checks by observing and communicating with residents confined to rooms

Complete daily room searches by established procedures to control contraband and provide for the safety and security of the facility, residents, and staff

Prepare for and attend visitation, check and verify visitor identification, communicate and enforce visitation rules and policies

Document, search, and process the resident's property upon intake and post-intake.

Assist residents

The Juvenile Division of the Allen County Court of Common Pleas

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