0000008653.JUVENILE DETENTION SUPERVISOR.MEDLOCK

Management Scope

Supervises generally 21‑35 detention officers, part‑time workers and volunteers and assumes managerial responsibilities in the absence of the manager.

Responsibilities

• Trains, motivates, evaluates, and supervises staff; issues work assignments; and maintains time and attendance.
• Develops, coordinates, and evaluates daily educational, therapeutic and/or recreational programs/activities.
• Functions in a supervisory capacity and assumes management responsibilities in the absence of the manager, operating assigned shifts effectively and efficiently and maintaining the proper staff‑to‑client ratio for coverage according to licensing standards.
• Conducts inspections, drills, dorm/cell searches and physical searches of youths when contraband is suspected.
• Prepares and completes reports and other documentation in accordance with applicable standards, policies and procedures.
• Makes critical and sound decisions during emergencies or potentially dangerous situations; conducts group intervention crisis sessions; and informs supervisor of concerns as warranted.
• Serves as back‑up to staff and assumes all duties as necessary, e.g., administering medications, transporting youths to appointments, processing intake assessments or discharges, disciplining youths, and chasing or restraining youths.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a job‑related field of study.
• Two (2) years of work‑related experience.

Special Requirements, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public.
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must be certified as required by applicable standards for the assigned facility/department within six months of employment.
• Must have a valid Class Texas driver’s license and a good driving record; a copy of a 10‑year driving history will be required.
• Must maintain a good driving record and remain in compliance with Article II, Subdivision II of Chapter 90 of the Dallas County Code.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation.
• Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.
• Subject to shift changes.
• Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/aggressive acts; a high tolerance for an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment is essential.
• May be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on departmental needs.
• Working in a 24‑hour facility may require mandatory overtime or “double shift” coverage.
• Considered essential personnel and may be held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at any time.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy, as well as standards related to PREA and ethics for specific positions.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Works inside a secured facility with potential exposure to hepatitis, tuberculosis, lice and other diseases.
• Ability to restrain and/or chase youths.
• May be required to utilize a vehicle to transport youths.