Position Summary:
A Juvenile Detention Officer is responsible for coordinating and managing the care and welfare of juveniles arrested or detained in the Juvenile Detention Center.
Supervision Received: Under the supervision of the Juvenile Detention Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate; and
- Any combination of 4 years training, education, and experience, which demonstrates potential ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position
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• Must attend when scheduled and successfully complete the Bureau of Indian Affairs Basic Correctional Officer Training while employed with the Judicial Branch.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License with no major traffic citations within the last three years.
• Must submit a 39-month driving record with the employment application.
• Must pass a criminal background investigation and fingerprint check prior to employment.
• Required to maintain certifications in CPR and First Aid upon hire.
• Based on the division needs, incumbents may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O’odham Language and English as condition
of employment.
Preference in filling vacancies will be given to (1) enrolled members of the Tohono O’odham Nation, (2) enrolled members of other nations or tribes, (3) other candidates. The Tohono O’odham Nation Judicial Branch is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities.
Job description is available at the Tohono O’odham Justice Center or call (520) 383-6300.