Youth Advisor

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Carson City, NV

Job Type : FULL-TIME

Job Number : 623_09 / 2025

Department : Juvenile Detention / Probation Department

Opening Date : 09 / 25 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

• PLEASE NOTE : THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE USED TO FILL CURRENT VACANCIES AND TO CREATE AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR SIX MONTHS FOR ANY FUTURE VACANCIES.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with the Carson City Juvenile Services Department. Under general supervision, monitors the safety and security of juveniles housed in a correctional residential facility and / or work sites; monitors the safety and security of the facility and / or work sites; performs light housekeeping and custodial duties.

Individuals may choose between the following Nevada PERS Retirement plans :

Employer-Paid PERS : $26.9797 - $37.7717 hourly / $56,117.88 - $78,565.24 annually

Employee / Employer-Paid PERS : $32.5480 - $45.5671 hourly / $67,699.84 - $94,779.62 annually

To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS),.

This position may be entitled to an additional 2.5% bi-lingual pay per article 15.2 or Education Incentive per Article 28.2 if qualified. To find more information on the current collective bargaining agreement that this position is covered under click on the link :

Important Position Information : This position requires a thorough background check. In accordance with State law, employees who have been convicted or have pending charges for certain felony, gross misdemeanor and / or misdemeanor offenses cannot hold this position. Some convictions such as the possession or use of marijuana and driving under the influence along with the conviction date(s) will prohibit the facility from hiring individuals. If uncertain about whether or not you qualify to hold this position, please review Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 62B.270 and 62B.275 or contact Frank Mournighan, Detention Manager, at (775) 283-7623.

Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.

Examples of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Education and Experience :

Equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED; AND one (1) year of experience working with at-risk youth in a detention setting or other similar setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations :

Special Requirements :

All applicants will be required to :

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :

Skill in :

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED :

Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and / or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical detention setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit and stand for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and restrain an individual who may be of danger to themselves and / or others; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; exposure to traffic conditions and external environment when traveling from one office to another.

Must have the physical ability to participate in defensive tactics training and sustain the effects of O.C. (pepper spray) in the eyes. Must have the ability to physically restrain detained youth weighing over 200 lbs. Must be willing to work evenings, nights, weekends and holiday shifts. Work in violent, traumatic or highly charged emotional environments. May be subject to exposure to blood and airborne diseases / fluids.

Supplemental Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

2. This classification is considered "at will" and as such, the employee may be terminated at any time for any reason, or not reason.

3. Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may required working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and / or emergency.

4. Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.

5. New employees are required to submit to a comprehensive background investigation as well as a fingerprint based background investigation and a drug screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and drug screen.

6. Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775-887-2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.uscis.gov.

7. Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Following is an overview of the benefit package offered to Carson City employees :

For additional information, please contact Human Resources at (775) 887-2103.

01

Describe your work experience, including the number of years, working with and caring for juveniles, preferably with at-risk juveniles. Be specific in describing your experience and identify the employer(s) where the experience was attained. Credit for this question will only be given if the employer(s) listed in your description is also listed in the "Work History" section of your application. Do NOT answer this question by stating "See Resume".

02

Describe your experience monitoring and maintaining the safety and security of juveniles and detention facilities. Be specific in describing your experience and identify the employer(s) where the experience was attained. Credit for this question will only be given if the employer(s) listed in your description is also listed in the "Work History" section of your application. Do NOT answer this question by stating "See Resume".

03

Describe your experience accurately observing and recording juvenile behavior, including depression, drug and / or alcohol abuse, and psychological / social dysfunctions. Be specific in describing your experience and identify the employer(s) where the experience was attained. Credit for this question will only be given if the employer(s) listed in your description is also listed in the "Work History" section of your application. Do NOT answer this question by stating "See Resume".

04

Describe your knowledge of state and local laws related to juvenile justice, child welfare, and the court system.

05

Although the recreational use of marijuana is lawful in Nevada, the City has zero tolerance for the use of recreational marijuana. Because this position is considered to perform safety-sensitive functions the medical use of marijuana is not authorized. Are you able to comply with this policy?

Required Question