Juvenile Detention Officer III

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under minimal supervision, to supervise, train, and assist in providing for the counseling, care, welfare, and custody of juveniles and transitional aged youth at the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility and promote rehabilitation of residents through evidence- or research-based practices; and to perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Juvenile Detention Officer III is the advanced journey level Peace Officer position within this classification series. This classification is distinguished from the Juvenile Detention Officer I/II by the demonstrated ability of an incumbent to perform the more complex and difficult assignments that require greater skill, abilities, or professional judgment and a broader knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, serving as a Lead staff member, and having the additional responsibility of serving as Officer in Charge in the supervisor’s absence.

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