Overview
Part-time Detention Officer Jobs in Quincy, Illinois, USA at Adams County Health Department
Title: Part-time Detention Officer
Company: Adams County Health Department
Location: Quincy, Illinois, USA
Type: Full Time, Part Time, Per diem
Category: Security
Department
Adams County Juvenile Detention Center
200 North 52nd Street, Quincy, IL 62305
FLSA Classification
Non-Exempt (hourly);
Part-Time
Salary
$24.73 hourly
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a part-time position – scheduled as needed to fill in for absent full-time officers during 1st shift (7:00am-3:00pm), 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:00pm), and 3rd shift (11:00pm-7:00am); 15-30 hours/week.
Requirements
Must be a United States citizen and possess a valid driver’s license.
Must be a resident of Illinois within 90 days of hire.
Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
Must have obtained a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Must submit to a drug test and comprehensive background check prior to employment.
Reports to
Shift Supervisor, Assistant Superintendent, Superintendent, Director of Court Services
Job Description Summary
Part-time Detention Officers assist full-time Detention Officers in the daily supervision of youths aged 17 and younger in a secure detention facility.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Provide security, care, and direct supervision of residents.
Transportation of residents to and from various appointments and placement facilities.
Follow direction to respond appropriately and professionally to emergencies using appropriate force.
Assist in receiving incoming residents.
Complete paperwork, including data entry, filing, and writing reports.
Liaise in a positive and professional manner with internal and external stakeholders, including supervisors, co-workers, outside law enforcement agencies, lawyers, transport personnel, county, state and federal personnel and agencies, and community members.
Complete tasks and directives as assigned by the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and/or Shift Supervisor.
Competencies
Operate a variety of equipment, including computers, printers, physical restraint devices, radios, fire extinguishers, intercom systems, telephones, and equipment found in the central control room.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
This role requires work performed in and around a juvenile detention facility; subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, physically restraining detainees, and lifting of objects up to 100 pounds; exposure to infectious diseases and combative youths may be involved.
AAP/EEO Statement
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Other Duties
Please note:
this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Application Process
Complete the following forms:
Employment Application
Probation/Court Services/Juvenile Detention Supplement Application
Background Check Authorization Form
Drug Test Consent Form
Please submit applications and forms to:
LaMarrio Rodgers – Superintendent
Adams County Juvenile Detention Center
200 North 52nd Street
Quincy, IL 62305
Or:
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