Juvenile Court Officer 1 (D5 Polk County)

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 Districts Juvenile Court Services in Polk County has an immediate opening for a Juvenile Court Officer 1.

The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial Branch employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Salary range for this classification is $49,545.60-$75,046.40

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

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 but are not limited to:

• Handling matters pertaining to delinquent youth, pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 232, including intake, diversion, supervision, and prevention activities.
• Serves as a peace officer during the performance of his/her duties.
• 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.

Under the direct supervision of the Juvenile Court Supervisor, candidates will have the desire to learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position may occasionally involve travel to other counties in the district.

What’s In It For YOU

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

Minimum Qualification Requirements

A 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.

Candidates must pass a preemployment criminal background check.

Additional Qualification Requirements

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