Juvenile Detention Officer- Male

Juvenile Detention Officer- Male

Salary

$20.95 Hourly

Location

Juvenile Services

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2624027

Department

Juvenile Detention Center

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under general supervision, guards juveniles in the Juvenile Detention Facility; provides for the needs of juveniles during detention to include but not limited to: lock down juveniles in cells after searching for weapons, valuables, drugs or other contraband; serves meals, provides first responder aid if needed; observes conduct and behavior of juveniles to prevent disturbances and escapes; inspect locks, cells, closets, hallways, access chases, recreational, medical and kitchen areas, windows, grills, doors, and gates for tampering; performs all other duties in a manner consistent will all policies and procedures within a correctional environment.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum age requirements of 21 years old.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have no felony convictions or convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude.
• Must be certified as a juvenile officer within the first 90 days of employment/transfer/position.
• Valid State of New Mexico Drivers license or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Working conditions are typical juvenile detention facility settings; involves the potential for high stress levels and exposure to hostile situations; some non-standard work hours are required.
• Employees may be subject to physical altercations with inmates which may require restraining and/or physically relocating inmates. At times, staff can be called upon to assist with moving unconscious juveniles in emergency situations for medical treatment. Supervising inmate may require prolonged walking, standing, or sitting. May be required to lift 50 pounds or more to accommodate the operational requirement of the facility.
• Full-time work hours for this position consist of rotating shift work, nights and weekend shifts and overtime. Rotating shifts is a requirement for the operations of this facility.
• Work schedule for this position may include working on religious holidays.
• Utilize, process, and navigate the County's electronic ERP system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position.

Essential Job Functions

• Observes conduct and behavior of juveniles to prevent disturbances and escapes and to maintain health and cleanliness.
• Inspect cells, closets, hallways, access chases, recreational, medical and kitchen areas, locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering.
• Searches juveniles and cells for contraband articles.
• Transports juveniles to judicial proceedings, medical or other authorized appointments.
• Guards and directs juveniles during work assignments and ensures appropriate inmate counts.

To view the full Essential Job Functions list, along with the entire Job Description, please visit our website: https://www.sjcounty.net/government/human-resources

We offer a complete benefits package to eligible employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, life insurance, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page. BENEFITS PAGE

01

Are you a male applicant (for working with male juvenile offenders)?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you worked in an environment that requires maintaining or enforcing compliance with schedules and organizational policies and procedures? Please explain.

• Yes
• No

04

Have you ever worked in an environment with individuals experiencing behavioral challenges? Please explain.

05

Due to the nature of the Juvenile Services facility, maintaining adequate staffing is essential. Are you able and available to work any shift that may be assigned to you? This includes rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

• Yes
• No

06

Per the Juvenile Services Department policy, a criminal background check will be conducted as part of the application process. Applicants must be able to pass the criminal background check to qualify for employment. Applicants who wish to proceed in the application process will be required to complete, and submit a Juvenile Services Background Authorization Form. Information collected will be used for the criminal background check only.

• Yes
• No

07

According to the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), an applicant is required to disclose the following requirements. Have you ever been engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lock up, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you ever been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in sexual activity by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you ever had allegations against you or been civilly or criminally convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or have you had allegations or administrative discipline against you involving any sexual misconduct while performing your duties at work?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you resigned your position with a prison or jail pending administrative investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of San Juan (NM)

Address 100 S. Oliver Drive

Aztec, New Mexico, 87410

Phone 505-334-4522

Website http://www.sjcounty.net