Female On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer and Urinalysis Technician

Job Summary

The position involves two distinct roles: On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer and Urinalysis Technician. The pay differs for each function.

On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer

• Supervise and care for juveniles detained in the Island County Detention Center.
• Function under minimal supervision and maintain a safe and secure work environment.
• Follow established guidelines and procedures, document daily activities/movements.
• Perform intake functions including interviewing, booking, and establishing criteria for admittance or release.
• Maintain visual supervision of youth, operate surveillance equipment, and assist with visitation procedures.
• Provide crisis counseling, guide and train juveniles, prepare detailed incident reports, and assist with personal grooming.
• Communicate with fellow officers and law enforcement professionals.
• Use appropriate physical force and restraint techniques, and maintain proficiency in defensive tactics.
• Operate motor vehicles to escort and transport juvenile detainees.

Urinalysis Technician

• Administer drug testing to Female Adult Drug Court participants on weekends.
• Monitor specimen collection, provide good documentation, and observe participant behavior.
• Work independently and complete required tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old at the time of appointment.
• Free of any convictions with sexual motivation, illegal drug-related or alcohol-related crimes, crimes involving the use of a firearm, violent offenses, or domestic violence.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License or obtain one by the time of employment.
• High School diploma or GED and relevant experience.
• Lived experience as defined by previous involvement with the criminal legal system and/or behavioral health services.
• Volunteer/employment experience in working with youth.

Benefits

• Medical: 100% of premiums for most eligible employees and dependents.
• Dental: 100% of premiums for basic dental coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic coverage of $24,000 with the option to purchase additional insurance.
• Pension Plan: Participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.
• Life Flight: 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Washington-required Sick Leave.
• Flexible Spending Account (optional).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness Programs.
• Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid).
• Additional Benefits Available to Be Elected (employee-paid).
• Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for full-time employees.