JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I (6541)



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JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I (6541)
Employer

Jefferson Parish

Salary

$26,857.00 Annually

Location

West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

6541-12R

Department

Juvenile Services

Division

Juvenile Services - Detention 2151

Opening Date

12/22/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

Purpose of Announcement

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.

NOTE: Selective certification of MALE candidates will be used in filling this vacancy, as the individual hired will work with male juveniles in the Rivarde Detention Center.

*All positions in this class are located in West Jefferson. Applications of those unwilling to work in West Jefferson will be rejected.

Kind of Work

Work involves the custody of juvenile offenders being held in residential centers of the Juvenile Services and includes responsibility for the security of the facility and the physical safety of its occupants. Employee observes the behavior of, counsels with, and provides information about juveniles assigned; consults with other professional staff members who provide behavior, attitudinal, and functional information needed to effect behavior changes in juveniles. Work further involves interpersonal relationships with juveniles in educational, recreation and other growth or therapeutic activities. Incumbents receive professional supervision; however, IT MUST BE UNDERSTOOD THAT THEY ARE FREQUENTLY IN CHARGE OF ONE OR MORE OFFENDERS AND MUST BE ABLE TO PRESERVE ORDER AND DEAL WITH SEVERE DISCIPLINARY PROBLEMS IF REQUIRED. This necessitates physical agility and strength, as well as a controlled but firm manner in dealing with juveniles. Tours of duty are on a shift basis (day and/or night, may include weekends and holidays, and are subject to rotation.  Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.  This position is also an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or his designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

Possession of an accredited high school diploma or equivalency certificate; plus, at least three (3) years of full-time, paid work experience involving children of school age (7-17 years of age); or one (1) year of college education (30 semester hours successfully completed) for each year of experience lacking.

PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED IN THE FORM OF A TRANSCRIPT OR DIPLOMA.

NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with  the application.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

Written Test --------------------------------------------- 100%

The written test is designed to evaluate the candidate's knowledge of first aid, juvenile behavior, juvenile delinquency and the problems encountered in the detention and care of juvenile inmates. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of the written test.

JOB POSTING NO. 6541-12R
DATE: 10/30/09
AMENDED: 05/30/14
RE-OPENED: 12/22/17

JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.

Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.

Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.

Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.

Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.


A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.

Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.

Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.


Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check “yes” to show that you have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
  • Some High School
  • High School Diploma/GED Certificate
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctor of Philosophy
03
How many semester hours of coursework at an accredited college or university have you successfully completed?
  • None
  • Less than 15 semester hours
  • 15 semester hours to less than 30 semester hours
  • 30 semester hours to less than 45 semester hours
  • 45 semester hours to less than 60 semester hours
  • 60 semester hours to less than 75 semester hours
  • 75 semester hours to less than 90 semester hours
  • 90 semester hours to less than 105 semester hours
  • 105 semester hours to less than 120 semester hours
  • 120 semester hours or more
04
The Jefferson Parish Personnel office must verify all educational credentials. Thus, you must provide a copy of your college transcripts (non-official transcript are acceptable). If you are claiming any additional educational credits on your application, please submit proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information. Once obtained, please mail the information to the following address: Attn: Recruitment (Neo-Gov) Jefferson Parish Personnel Department 200 Derbigny St. Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 Failure to submit this information will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
05
How many years of full-time, paid work experience involving children of school age (7-17 years of age) do you have?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 3 years
  • 3 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
06
Describe your full-time, paid work experience involving children of school age (7-17 years of age). Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.

* Required Question

Employer
Jefferson Parish
Address
200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100

Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
Phone
(504) 364-2730

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