Juvenile Corrections Officer I - Female Only

Juvenile Corrections Officer I

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Position Data : Juvenile Corrections Officer I-J23-U11-H Temporary (Fixed Term) Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)

Pay Range : $22.58 - $28.63 per hour (AFSCME -87P Pay Plan, B22 Step 1-13)

Hiring Range : $22.58 - $23.96 per hour (AFSCME-87P Pay Plan, B22 Step 1-4 DOQ)

Job Closing Date : November 6, 2025

There is a temporary budgeted female only Juvenile Corrections Officer I vacancy with Yakima County Juvenile Court. This position is to provide for the safety and security of the staff, facility and youth confined in the Yakima Juvenile Detention Facility. Gender-specific (male or female) hiring preference may apply to fill the Corrections Officer position in order to create a safer booking process of same gender pat-down searches and to comply with conventional standards of sexual privacy. Successful candidates must pass a Physical Ability Test (P.A.T.) administered by the Department.

This position requires working various shifts in a twenty-four (24) hour locked-down facility, including weekends and holidays. Benefits included in position : Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD) Retirement Benefits Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Note : This is an AFSCME 87P - Juvenile Master Contract Bargaining Unit position.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections)

Responsibilities :

• Provides direct supervision and interaction with juvenile detainees by : verbally resolving conflict between juveniles, identifying and observing group agitators and gang members. Identifies juvenile groups and gangs to anticipate potential problems. Recognizes behavioral characteristics of a violent offender. Identifies unrest among juveniles. Monitors / logs behavior of juveniles in disciplinary segregation. Uses physical force or manual / chemical restraints on juveniles when required. Monitors / observes incoming juveniles to identify mental / physical condition and requests examination by medical personnel.
• Provides facility security by : inspecting vehicles / containers entering or leaving the facility. Inspects identification of persons entering / exiting the facility. Verifies the identity of officer and juvenile detainee exiting / entering the facility. Controls entry into the detention area by video and computer monitoring of exits. Physically patrols tiers, cell areas, corridors and other secured areas inside and outside of the facility to ensure building security during non-business hours and to observe juvenile behavior. Maintains key security. Provides limited court room security for in custody children cases. Escorts and provides security for juveniles outside of the facility either by motor vehicle or foot.
• Performs pat-search and strip searches on juveniles. Searches clothing / property left for juveniles. Conducts periodic searches of juvenile cells to discover and seize contraband, weapons and processes seized contraband.
• Takes action to stop / report escapes and security breaches. Conducts head / facility count. Responds to emergency situation according to well established procedures; participates in facility lockdown. Reports unusual or irregular incidents to supervisor.
• Utilizes problem solving skills by : investigating and documenting injuries and behavioral patterns of juveniles. Determines when a juvenile crisis or problem should be referred to facility staff. Controls personal feelings against juvenile(s) to encourage proper supervision and to avoid provoked confrontations. Recognizes juvenile efforts to manipulate corrections officers. Counsels juveniles to help resolve problems.
• Prepares and submits all written documentation and reports concerning juvenile population, events and detention facility functions in accordance to procedure.
• Performs general duties such as : inspecting detention facilities for cleanliness, assures sanitary facilities are well maintained in accordance to procedures. Supervises juveniles at school, crafts, exercise, recreation, chores, visitation and telephone calls. Performs general laundry and supervises clean up.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience : High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required; AND any combination of work experience, volunteer work, education or family rearing which demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.

Required :

Preferred :

Applicants who are certified in the Red Cross Basic Course with CPR may substitute for WA State First Aid Training course and will be required to keep their certification current as a condition of continued employment.

Successful completion of the Juvenile Corrections Personnel Academy administered by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission is required within six months of initial hire date.

Equipment Operated : Telephone, copy machine, calculator, radios, intercom, main control panel, handcuffs, OC spray, respirator, fax machine, voice mail, computer and automobile.

Working Conditions : This position is rated as Medium Work, Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects or work out in the field.

Environment : excessive noise, exposure to weather, pathogen exposure, travel, working in a locked down facility, and may be exposed to hostile / angry individuals.

Work is performed primarily in the juvenile detention facility, which is in operation 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Mental stress may occur due to the nature of the work.

Physical Demands : bending, carrying, handling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, fingering, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, kneeling, reclining, hearing, smelling, talking, and visual acuity. Speaking, hearing, seeing, standing for long periods of time.

Intellectual Demands : Ability to multitask, confidentiality, ability to work under pressure, ability to articulate and communicate information in conversations, ability to follow written instruction, and ability to follow verbal instruction.

Knowledge : Knowledge of group dynamics; youth safety procedures; security and proper use of physical force; discipline techniques; legal rights of youth; child development; cleaning products and equipment to maintain a clean and odorless facility with basic health and safety precautions.

Skills and Abilities : Ability to work and communicate with individuals and groups of youths; cope with emergency situations in an institutional setting; understand and follow oral and written instructions; work with public, staff and youth in situations of high stress; observe and record the behavior of detained juveniles; ability to read, write and converse fluently in English is required.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and the Disabled are encouraged to apply. Yakima County ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of a person's age, color, creed, sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political belief, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and military status, or any other protected status under federal or state statute. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Disabled applicants may request accommodation to participate in the job application and / or selection process for employment. Please contact Human Resources for further information. Yakima County is a qualified Public Service entity for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https : / / studentaid.gov / manage-loans / forgiveness-cancellation / public-service or contact your