Jefferson County Government Hiring for Deputy Juvenile Officer (Delinquency Unit) at Hillsboro, MO Full Time

Attn: Mark Akins, Chief Juvenile Officer

PO Box 100

Hillsboro, MO 63050

(636) 797-5350

Position Summary:
Entry level/Professional position in the enforcement and administration of the Missouri Juvenile Justice System. An employee in this position is vested with the statutory authority of the Juvenile Officer to take charge of children who come under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile or Family Court. This position is expected to exercise supervision over juveniles under the Court’s jurisdiction including meeting with juveniles and their families and supervising juveniles on probation. Makes regular visits to offices, homes and schools to review youth’s progress. Arranges services and placements with outside agencies, when appropriate. Documents contacts and prepares required Court reports within required time frames. Employees in this position are expected to work with some degree of independence. This position reports to the Deputy Juvenile Officer Supervisor and the Director of the Delinquency Unit.