Juvenile Detention Officer - Snohomish County

We are currently hiring for a Juvenile Detention Officer position!

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of detained youth that can change the course of their future?
 
 Are you able to project a calming influence and gain the cooperation of youth in crisis or emotionally charged situations?
 
 You may be our next, great Juvenile Detention Officer (JDO)!
 
 JDOs create a safe and secure environment for youth who have been arrested pending a court appearance or who have been sentenced to serve time after a court appearance.
 
 Successful JDOs care for the youth, ensuring their programming needs are met.  They manage behavior by the least restrictive means, coach youth, and use conflict resolution skills to teach and promote pro-social behavior.
 
 We are proud to offer an outstanding benefit package to employees and their dependents.
 
You’ll get PSERS retirement contributions, excellent medical, dental and vision insurance, with long-term disability, life insurance, and more.
 
 We provide:

• 40-hour work week
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave and vacation 
• 2 bonus floating holidays

 
Selection process:
Applicants must electronically submit an application through Snohomish County's NEOGOV site. A resume and cover letter are not required.
 
  When your application is complete, verify the information and make sure there is nothing missing. Click on APPLY & SUBMIT and then click on CHECK APPLICATION STATUS.  
 
 If you have problems with your application please contact NEOGOV Applicant Support at 855-524-5627.
 

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Superior Court's Human Resources team at SSC-HumanResources2@co.snohomish.wa.