As of Wednesday, November 18, 2009, the following positions are available.

Juvenile Detention Officer (shift work)

 

High School Diploma or equivalent required, or combination of education and experience.  Applicant must be 21 years of age and have a stable work history, preferably some experience working with juveniles in age group of 10-17.  This position requires an individual able to maintain and even temperament in stressful situations and enjoy working with troubled youth.  Must have the ability to serve as a role model and provide thoughtful guidance in their care.  Applicants must be able to make sound and reasonable judgments in the care and custody of juveniles.  Duties include, but are not limited to; supervise juvenile residents in daily program activities including meals, school and recreation; accurate completion of required intake documentation; searches of juveniles and cells; restraint of possibly violent youths; performing housekeeping duties as required or instructed; maintaining daily activity logs; and preparation of incident or discipline reports.  Candidate must be able to work any shift.  Applicants must pass all criminal background checks and drug screen.  Starting salary is approximately $14.38 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.  Please apply at the Brazoria County Human Resources Dept. or applications may also be obtained and submitted at this website.