State of Iowa - Executive Branch

Juvenile Court Officer 1 (D5 111969)

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Job Description

Do you have a passion for helping people? Do you hold a positive, service- oriented attitude who can problem solve and multitask? If so, then you are the perfect customer service guru that we are looking for to add to our support squad!

The 5th Judicial District’s Jasper County Juvenile Court Services has an immediate opening for a Juvenile Court Officer 1 in the Jasper County.

The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The pay range is $52,561.60 to $83,803.20

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

To Apply: Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

The Responsibilities For This Position Include

  • Handling matters pertaining to delinquent youth, pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 232, including intake, diversion, supervision, and prevention activities.
  • Making recommendations to the Court regarding detention and custody, conducts pre-dispositional investigations, prepares reports to the court, testifies in court about dispositional and other recommendations, incorporates evidenced based practices into daily work, supervises probation, motivates youth and families and engages them in then change process, coordinates and monitors services provided by various agencies to juvenile clients.
  • Responsible for responding to emergency matters outside of normal working hours.
  • Serves as a peace officer during the performance of his/her duties.

What’s In It For YOU

  • Collaborative, positive work environment
  • Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn
  • Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave
  • Iowa Public Employees’ retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan
  • Employee discount program

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from a four – year college or university in law, criminal justice, criminology, sociology or related social sciences.
  • Possess personal integrity and emotional maturity.
  • Successfully complete training requirements set by the Iowa Supreme Court.
  • Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, unless an exception is made.

Additional Qualification Requirements

**Candidates must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.**

  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Other, Information Technology, and Management
  • Industries

    Government Administration

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