Juvenile Supervision Officer/ Detention Officer
Salary
$43,535.00 Annually
Location
1001 North Doolittle Rd., Edinburg, TX
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Job Number
2026-03545
Department
Hidalgo County - Juvenile
Opening Date
07/13/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Work Hours:
Monday - Sunday / 7:00 am - 7:00 pm / 7:00 pm - 7:00 am
Civil Service Position:
No
Status:
External Advertisement
Open Positions:
01
Grade:
Level 04
Advertisement details and/or special instructions:
Candidates must have a flexible schedule and be available to work any shift, including mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays. This is a 24-hour operation, and employees may be required to work varying schedules based on operational needs. Applicants must be willing and able to work any assigned shift to support the continuous operation of the facility.
General Description
The Juvenile Supervision Officer (Juvenile Detention Officer) position monitors and supervises the daily activities of detained juveniles in the detention facility. Responsible for the safety and security of the residents in custody. Detention Officers are directly accountable to the Shift Supervisor/Supervisor on duty.
Examples of Work Performed
Assumes responsibility for juveniles in detention.
Provides orientation/expectations for juveniles during admission.
Plan daily living activities of juveniles.
Maintains discipline and security of the Detention facility.
Maintains juveniles' daily level point system.
Maintains constant communication with the Shift Supervisors and Facility Administrator.
Maintains accountability of juveniles.
Conducts pat-downs, area and individual searches.
Writes detailed incident and behavioral reports.
Maintains facility cleanliness, sanitation and safety in the living units.
Be knowledgeable and comply with all departmental policies and procedures, Title III of the Texas Family Code, Texas juvenile Probation Commission Standards, Code of Ethics, and the department personnel manual.
Escorts juveniles from one place to another in and orderly fashion.
Regular attendance is a must.
Promote a positive image of the department in the community and maintain high level of professionalism and moral character at all times.
Work in harmony with all department staff.
Perform any and all other duties as assigned pertaining to Supervision Officer duties.
Education and Experience
Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED).
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish and English) with the ability to converse fluently in both languages.
Must complete oral interviews.
Must complete and pass a background investigation.
Licenses, Certificates and Registration:
Must be eligible for certification by the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission as a Juvenile Supervision Officer.
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.
Must have proof of motor vehicle insurance.
Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)?
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Are you 21 years of age or older? (if you are hired, you may be required to submit proof of age.)
03
Have you ever had any type of certification revoked by a lawful authority of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department?
04
Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution?
05
Have you been 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?
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Have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity?
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Do you have a current valid Texas Drivers license and current liability insurance?
08
Have you ever had your drivers license suspended or revoked?
09
Do you currently have an Occupational Drivers License?
Required Question
Employer Hidalgo County
Address 505 S. McColl Rd., Suite A
Edinburg, Texas, 78539
Phone 956-318-2660
Website https://www.hidalgocounty.us/