Juvenile Detention Officer 0444029

Juvenile Detention Officer 0444029

• Type:Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate: $21.25 - $23.42/hr
• Posted Date:08/18/2026 7:00 AM

Applications accepted from:  ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Position Title: Juvenile Detention Officer

Department: Juvenile Detention Center

Salary: $21.25 - $23.42/hr

Pay Grade: 09

Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week 10 hour days  This is an overnight weekend position Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 9pm-7am

Job Application:

Workday & Hours: 40 hours a week 10 hour days (Day & Night shifts)

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible (Health - Dental - Vision - Life Insurance -  EAP Program - Retirement APERS -Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System)

Vacation, Sick time, Holiday time

Job Summary:

The Juvenile Detention Officer is responsible for the daily operation of the detention center.  Juvenile Detention Officers provide a safe, secure, and caring environment for up to 36 juveniles ages 10-18.  They will work a scheduled shift and be on-call as needed to accommodate officer(s) sick calls and facility emergencies.

Job Description:

Juvenile Detention Officer

Required Qualifications:

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required, this position is subject to pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for Washington County jobs and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.washingtoncountyar.gov

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:

https://www.washingtoncountyar.gov/Sys/Sso/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fSys%2fSso%2fDashboard%2fJobApplication%2fApply%3fjobID%3d4211%26BackURL%3d%2fHome%2fComponents%2fJobPosts%2fJob%2f4211%2f25 or call 479-444-1700.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

Washington County is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.