Juvenile Detention Center Supervisor- Wake JDC

Agency

Safety

Division

Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Juvenile Detention Center Supervisor (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC10

About Us

The Department of Public Safetys mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation prevention and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions including Emergency Management Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Alcohol Law Enforcement Samarcand Training Academy and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3000 employees and 12000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolinas Youth and Families!

The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention 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. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolinas youth we welcome you to be part of the team.

The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance a team-oriented culture opportunities for advancement and interesting work. If you are looking to serve others this is the place for you

Job Duties:

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 is for 2nd Shift 6Pm-6Am and requires working holidays and weekends on a rotating basis.

Must have a valid drivers license upon hire

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $41655-$72897

Grade: NC10

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (includingaccurate dates of employment/attendance)must be documented on the application.Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application.A complete all-inclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.State Government Application Resources NC Office of Human Resources

Management Preference:These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

• Knowledge of institutional programming techniques for delinquent juveniles.

• Knowledge of various treatment and rehabilitative modalities.

• Experience working with juveniles.

• Experience with establishing rapport with a variety of treatment professionals

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position. This position is for 2nd Shift 6Pm-6AM and requires working holidays and weekends on a rotating basis.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) withState Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation please click hereNC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator

Supplemental and Contact Information:

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans becoming a state employee may include eligibility forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.Visitto learn more.

Transcripts

• Degrees and transcripts must be received from appropriately accredited college or university.

• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.

• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification : Experience

  • Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.

  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:

    A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).

    A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

  The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

  If applying for a Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division please click this link for specific certification requirements:Juvenile Justice Officer & Juvenile Court Counselor Certification.

  Per NC General Statute 143B-1209.54 applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in theFBIs Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (RAP Back). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.

  Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification.

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  Minimum Education and Experience

  Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

  Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human services experience one year of which must have been in a secure or residential treatment facility;

  or Associate degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of experience working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human services experience one year of which must have been in a secure or residential treatment facility;

  or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  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 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 (to include Vision and Hearing)

  Be a US citizen

  Be at least 20 years of age

  Have a valid drivers license

  EEO Statement

  The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

  Recruiter:

  Kassia Elizabeth White

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