Juvenile Correctional Captain - Atlanta YDC - College Park GA (Fsc)

JOB SUMMARY:

Plans and assists with custody and security of youth in DJJ custody. May develop and implement security policies and procedures. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• May develop and implement security policies and procedures

• Directs subordinate supervisors and staff

• Supervises assigned correctional staff and ensures conformity with department and institutional security policies and procedures

• Oversees and directs correctional staff in the transfer of offenders from one institution to another

• Manages human resources and directs administrative activities for corrections staff

Interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges corrections employees

• Implements applicable institutional emergency plans and procedures.

Establishes a plan for and oversees correctional staff in the control of contraband

Coordinates offenders' activities and headcount procedures

• Assures that law and order are maintained and that the laws, policies, rules and regulations are enforced to prevent crimes and to protect lives and property

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED AND P.O.S.T. certification AND Two years of experience at a level equivalent to a supervisory law enforcement position OR One year of experience required at the lower level Correctional Lieutenant (PSP065) or position equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications possess the following:

• Current and valid certification as a Juvenile Correctional Officer by the Georgia Peace

• Officer Standards and Training (POST) Council

• Two or more years of experience working in a Juvenile Detention Center

• Experience managing subordinate staff

Military Salary Increase Incentive Amount:

• 2.5% for one year of active duty service
• 5% for two years of active duty service
• 7.5% for three years of active duty service
• 10% for 4+ years of active duty service

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK, PHYSICAL AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE.

PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.

DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

High school diploma/GED AND Two years of supervisory law enforcement experience OR One year of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Lieutenant (PSP223) or equivalent. Must possess and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification within the first six months of employment.

Additional Information

• Agency Logo: Requisition ID: LAW091X

• Number of Openings: 1

• Advertised Salary: $51627.00

• Shift: Day Job

• Posting End Date: Apr 29, 2024