Summary
Juvenile Detention Officer
Type: Full Time
Salary/Pay Rate: $21.25 - $23.42/hr
Position Title: Juvenile Detention Officer
Department: Juvenile Detention Center
Salary: $21.25 - $23.42/hr
Pay Grade: 09
Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week 10 hour days. This is an overnight weekend position Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 9pm-7am.
Job Application:
Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week 10 hour days (Day & Night shifts)
Benefits Eligibility: Eligible (Health - Dental - Vision - Life Insurance - EAP Program - Retirement APERS - Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System)
Vacation, Sick time, Holiday time
Job Summary:
The Juvenile Detention Officer is responsible for the daily operation of the detention center. Juvenile Detention Officers provide a safe, secure, and caring environment for up to 36 juveniles ages 10-18. They will work a scheduled shift and be on-call as needed to accommodate officer(s) sick calls and facility emergencies.
Job Description:
Juvenile Detention Officer
Required Qualifications:
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required, this position is subject to pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for Washington County jobs and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at www.washingtoncountyar.gov To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting or call 479-444-1700.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer Washington County is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Job Description
Juvenile Detention Officer
Type: Full Time
Salary/Pay Rate: $21.25 - $23.42/hr
Position Title: Juvenile Detention Officer
Department: Juvenile Detention Center
Salary: $21.25 - $23.42/hr
Pay Grade: 09
Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week 10 hour days. This is an overnight weekend position Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 9pm-7am.
Job Application:
Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week 10 hour days (Day & Night shifts)
Benefits Eligibility: Eligible (Health - Dental - Vision - Life Insurance - EAP Program - Retirement APERS - Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System)
Vacation, Sick time, Holiday time
Job Summary:
The Juvenile Detention Officer is responsible for the daily operation of the detention center. Juvenile Detention Officers provide a safe, secure, and caring environment for up to 36 juveniles ages 10-18. They will work a scheduled shift and be on-call as needed to accommodate officer(s) sick calls and facility emergencies.
Job Description:
Juvenile Detention Officer
Required Qualifications:
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required, this position is subject to pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for Washington County jobs and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at www.washingtoncountyar.gov To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting or call 479-444-1700.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer Washington County is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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