Juvenile Court Officer 1 (D7 Scott 112144, 112147)

Juvenile Court Officer 1

The Iowa Judicial Branch, Juvenile Court Services in Scott County seeks applicants for two (2) Juvenile Court Officer 1 (JCO 1) positions. This is an entry-level position.

About the Role

The JCO 1 provides a broad range of services pertaining to youth charged with delinquent offenses. After successful completion of required training, this position will be eligible to become a Juvenile Court Officer (JCO) working independently. Once promoted to a JCO, there are rotating on-call responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise youth on informal and formal probation.
• Conduct social history investigations.
• Make recommendations to the Court for community supervision and out-of-home placement.
• Occasionally provide testimony.
• Work closely with law enforcement, schools, courts, communities, and other agencies to prevent and reduce delinquent behaviors of at-risk youth.
• Communicate professionally in person, on the phone, and in writing.
• Conduct fingerprinting and DNA collection as required by the Code of Iowa.
• Travel, usually within the state, occasionally out of state.
• Work well with diverse populations, treating all with respect and dignity.
• Learn and navigate court record-specific computer programs and technology.
• Pay attention to detail to maintain the accuracy and integrity of records.
• Learn, observe, and ensure Juvenile Court Services are compliant with the law, and with the rules, directives, and procedures of the Iowa Judicial Branch and the judicial district.
• Observe and train to execute juvenile court services casework, including taking youth into custody, supervising youth on informal or formal probation, conducting investigations, determining and supervising out-of-home placement, and other casework standards.
• Participate in the Iowa Judicial Branch Juvenile Court Officer Academy, classes, and on-the-job training.
• Train in safe, efficient, equitable, and evidence-based practices in casework, decision-making, and documentation practices.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal and external agencies and communities for effective solutions and resources.
• Implement efficient budgets and financial practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ability to communicate professionally in person, on the phone, and in writing.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Ability to learn and navigate court record-specific computer programs and technology.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the Iowa Juvenile Court legal system and the Iowa Code as it pertains to juvenile delinquency.
• Knowledge of the organization, functions, responsibilities, and procedures of juvenile court services.
• Knowledge of community-based and statewide resources.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain and secure confidential information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, education, or related social science.

Additional Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years’ experience working with at-risk youth.
• Experience with evidence-based practices.
• Experience securing confidential information.
• Experience testifying in court.
• Experience writing professional reports.
• Experience with the Court/Human Services profession.

Pay Range

• $26.11 - $41.28 per hour (JCO 1)
• $31.39 - $50.14 per hour (Juvenile Court Officer - JCO)

Note: The starting salary is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Adjustments may be made based on relevant experience.

To Apply

• Complete the NEOGOV application.
• Attach a cover letter and resume.
• Attach a PDF cover letter and resume.

Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check.

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).