JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I (6541) Salary $35,106.00 Annually Location West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type Permanent Job Number 6541-16R Department Juvenile Services - Detention 2151 Opening Date 06/10/2022 Closing Date Continuous Description Benefits Questions Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Purpose of Announcement EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL FIVE (5) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE SERVICES AND FUTURE WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.*All positions in this class are located in West Jefferson. Applications of those unwilling to work in West Jefferson will not be referred. Kind of Work This position is a responsible entry level position involving duties which include providing for the safety and security of residents and the facility, complete physical care, safety, humane treatment and well-being of juvenile offenders being held in residential custody of the Juvenile Court. Employee insures a residents daily activities schedule are carried out accurately as provided by supervisory staff. Observes the behavior of residents, initiates non-clinical counseling, and rap sessions with residents. Will supervise residents from beginning to end of shift. It must be understood this position is 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 drivers 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 Meets one of the following:I. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency certificate and a minimum of three (3) years of full-time, paid experience working with children of school age (7 to 17 years-of-age) or working in a detention or residential treatment facility as a correctional officer, probation officer, resident supervisor, or treatment provider.ORII. Possession of an accredited Associates degree.SUBSTITUTION: Candidates not possessing the required experience in Option I or Associates degree in Option II may qualify via successful completion of accredited college coursework; 30 semester hours of credit may substitute for each year of experience lacking in Option I.PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED.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 candidates 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. 6541-16RDATE: 10/30/09AMENDED: 08/24/18RE-OPENED: 06/10/22 Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.net/departments/personnel OR either of the office addresses below: Application Offices East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123 West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053 JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITSVacation (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 isusually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.Sick LeaveEmployees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.HolidaysNine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.Life InsuranceAll regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one years salary.Extra insurance may be purchased.Medical InsuranceAn HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and theirdependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% ofthe premiums for dependents.A Flexible Benefits PlanEmployees have the opportunity to save money by paying for healthinsurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible SavingsAccount for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.RetirementMost regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees RetirementSystem instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired afterJanuary 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of serviceis provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.Tenure PaymentEmployees 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 deferup to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination withoutpenalty. 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 Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters 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 Department must verify all educational credentials. For College Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and/or original college diploma. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY. For college transcripts, the College or University may mail them to: Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to jeffjobs@jeffparish.net. For college and/or high school diplomas, the original, official diploma must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts/Diplomas 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. 07 How many years of full-time, paid experience do you have working in a detention or residential treatment facility as a correctional officer, probation officer, resident supervisor, or treatment provider? 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 08 Describe your full-time, paid work experience in a detention or residential treatment facility as a correctional officer, probation officer, resident supervisor, or treatment provider. 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 504-736-6364 Website http://www.jeffparish.net/departments/personnel