Detention Facility Supervisor

Reporting directly to Facility Administrator, responsible for overseeing daily operations of Juvenile Supervision Officers (JSOs) and youth in the care of the Juvenile Services Justice Center. - Creates and maintains work schedules for Juvenile Supervision Officers for essential coverage - Provides training to officers and distributes high-quality trauma-informed services to residents - Responsible for safety and well-being of residents; in accordance with Texas Administrative Code Ch. 343 - Performs performance reviews, makes, and recommends personnel changes within department parameters - Assists with implementation of daily programs provided to residents - Oversees care provided by JSO’s to ensure guidelines, compliance and processes are followed accurately - Responds to emergency codes and resident assistant calls - Determines probable cause and makes intake decisions on juvenile referrals - Manages and coordinates youth engagement specialists - Completes all daily documentation reports - Collaborates with other Juvenile Services divisions to provide additional services to residents - Assists in maintaining clean and safe working and living environment to residents and employees - Conducts staff meetings to report and update progress regarding residents - Performs duties associated with JSO I and JSO II as needed - Attends all meetings and trainings necessary - Performs special duties as assigned **ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS** - Reports directly to – Facility Administrator - Direct Reports – Yes **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** - Position involves performing non-violent physical restraint - Position involves operating motor vehicles - Position involves using mechanical restraint devices (handcuffs, and leg shackles) - Position involves prolonged standing, sitting, walking, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending and squatting **ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS** - Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment - Continuous contact with youth accused or adjudicated of various crimes - May be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions) - Some travel between work sites as required **IRREGULAR HOURS** - Serves on-call on a 24-hour basis - Requires flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and/or weekend hours - May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency - Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director - Regular attendance is required *The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.* - High school diploma or equivalent (see licensure requirements below) - Two (2) years of full-time work experience in a juvenile supervision related field including one (1) year of demonstrated senior or lead level experience - Must be at least 21 years of age and have a non-disqualifying criminal history per Texas Administrative Code Sections 344.200 and 344.400 **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS** **Required** - Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) Juvenile Supervision Officer Certification - Cardiopulmonary resuscitation Certification (CPR) - Handle With Care certification - First Aid/AED Certification **Required within (30) days of employment** - Valid Texas driver’s license **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** - Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field - Three (3) years of full-time work experience in a juvenile supervision related field including two (2) year of demonstrated senior or lead level experience **EMPLOYMENT TESTING** Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: - Criminal background check: Yes - Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes - Drug screening: Yes - Physical…