Overview
DEFINITION
Under direction, to transport juveniles in custody to and from court; to transport juveniles in
custody to group homes and juvenile halls; to insure that proper admission documents have been completed prior to admitting juveniles to juvenile halls and group homes; to supervise juveniles in the Special Purpose Juvenile Hall; to provide a variety of assistance with Probation programs; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized class for the Probation Department. Incumbents are responsible for the
transport of juveniles in custody to and from court, juvenile halls, and group homes. They are
also review documents for proper completion of documents prior to admitting juveniles in group homes or juvenile halls. In addition, they supervising minors in custody while the minors are detained in the Special Purpose Juvenile Hall and provide a variety of assistance with Probation services and programs.
There is a strong emphasis on drug testing.
REPORTS TO
Chief Probation Officer. May report to Detention Coordinator or Probation Program Coordinator for some assignments.
EOE
Some previous experience in working with adult and/or juvenile offenders is highly desirable. Completion of advanced coursework in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work, criminal justice or a closely related field is also highly desirable. Special Requirements Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Ability to work unusual hours or shifts as dictated by transport requirementsMinimum Education and ExperienceAbout Plumas County
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