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Juvenile Detention Worker I (Female) – Kapolei, O`ahu Government Job Dept- Full Time
- Position Specific Description
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Recruitment Number 21-098TY, Juvenile Detention Worker I (Female), CO-03, Kapolei, O`ahu.
These positions are located at the Kapolei Court Complex.
Note: This position requires the incumbent to be of the same gender (female) as that of the clients being served.
Hours of Work: These positions require applicants to work on a rotating shift basis. You must be willing and able to work weekends, nights, holidays, and rotating shifts; and work outside of normally scheduled work hours.
- Summary of Duties
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Performs simple assigned tasks designed to provide the incumbent training and experiences on the job; receives orientation on job requirements, practices and procedures at a detention facility, the goals and missions of the Family Court, the objectives of child and detention care, the programs of a detention facility, etc. Assists higher grade detention workers in supervising juveniles, and performs other duties as assigned.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Education Requirement: Graduation from high school. Excess experience of the type and quality described below or work experience requiring the ability to read and comprehend and apply written directions of a high degree of verbal skill may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
General Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible work experience that demonstrates the ability to follow instructions, learn and apply work procedures, work effectively with other people, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Special Requirement: Experience and/or training which demonstrates the ability to lead, supervise, or instruct youths to insure a secure and safe environment.
Substitutions Allowed:
Substitution of Education for Experience:
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited university will be deemed to have met the General Experience.
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited university with a major in social science, education, criminal justice, or other related field will be deemed to have met all of the requirements.
3. Education in a baccalaureate program from an accredited university with a major in social science, education, criminal justice, or other related field may be substituted for the General Experience and Special Requirement on the basis of 15 semester credits for six (6) months of work experience.
License: A valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle is required.
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Requirement (28 CFR 115.117 and 115.317): The position that you are applying for has contact with detainees in a juvenile facility or lockup. In accordance with the Federal PREA Law, the State of Hawai`i shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents/detainees in a juvenile facility or lockup who:
a. Has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution;b. Has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse;c. Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in b above; or
d. Has been the subject of substantiated allegations of sexual abuse or sexual harassment or resigned during a pending investigation of alleged sexual abuse or sexual harassment. - Supplemental Information
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Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address: Hawai`i State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813.
Education: If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your official transcripts or diploma at the time of application. If you are selected, you will need an official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the training or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
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Civil service employees are eligible for a range of benefits, including, but not limited to, the following:
- 13 paid holidays each year, and 14 during election years
- 21 vacation leave days per year
- 21 sick leave days per year
- Reasonable time off with pay for jury or witness duty, death in the family, for certain military duty, and for donating to the Blood Bank
- Employer contribution to premiums for enrollment in the state sponsored medical, drug, vision, and adult dental plans
- Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees
- Deferred compensation retirement savings plan
- State retirement plan for eligible employees
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Gender-Specific Position: This recruitment will be used to fill positions that require that the employee be the same gender (female) as that of the client being served.Are you female and interested in being considered for gender-specific positions?
- Yes, I am female and interested in being considered for gender-specific positions.
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Employment Availability:
I am available for permanent, full-time employment.- Yes
- No
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I am available for permanent, part-time employment.- Yes
- No
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I am available for temporary, full-time employment.- Yes
- No
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I am available for temporary, part-time employment.- Yes
- No
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Temporary/On call Availability: Some positions are temporary/on call positions. The work hours are identified as temporary/on call for work scheduling purposes. On call work hours vary from 0 – 40 hours per week depending on the needs of the Detention Home. The processing of your application will be based on your availability for temporary/on call positions.Are you available for temporary/on-call employment?
- Yes
- No
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Driver’s License Requirement: This position requires a current and valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. If you do not have a current and valid driver’s license, your application will be rejected.Do you possess a current and valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle?
- Yes
- No
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Minimum Qualification Requirements: To qualify, you must possess the following:1. Graduation from high school. Excess experience of the type and quality described below or work experience requiring the ability to read and comprehend and apply written directions of a high degree of verbal skill may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
2. One (1) year of progressively responsible work experience that demonstrates the ability to follow instructions, learn and apply work procedures, work effectively with other people, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
3. Experience and/or training which involved leading, supervising, or instructing youths to insure a secure and safe environment.
- I have read the minimum qualification requirements and have the required experience.
- I have read the minimum qualification requirements and do NOT have the required experience.
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Education Requirement: Do you have a High School diploma or GED?- Yes
- No
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General Experience: Please provide the following information for EACH position which involved work experience that demonstrates the ability to follow instructions, learn and apply work procedures, work effectively with other people, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.a) Employer name
b) Your official job title
c) Dates of employment (From: Month/Year, To: Month/Year)
d) Number of hours you worked per week
e) A detailed description of your duties which involved your responsibilities in this area.11
Special Requirement: Please provide the following information for EACH position which involved experience and/or training which demonstrates the ability to lead, supervise, or instruct youths to insure a secure and safe environment.a) Employer name
b) Your official job title
c) Dates of employment (From: Month/Year, To: Month/Year)
d) Number of hours you worked per week
e) A detailed description of your duties which involved your responsibilities in this area, including the age range of your clientele.12
Other Requirements: Applicants must be able to meet all of the following requirements:1. Be able to work rotating shifts.
2. Be able to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
3. Be able to work beyond regularly scheduled work hours on short notice to staff a 24 hour/7 day secure detention facility; this may require work beyond 8 hours in a day and/or 40 hours in a work week.
4. Possess traits and characteristics required to perform the essential duties of the position.
5. Attend work regularly.- I have read and understand the requirements listed above and I am able to meet all of the requirements.
- I have read and understand the requirements listed above and I am NOT able to meet all of the requirements.
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PRISON RAPE ELIMINATION ACT (PREA) 28 CFR 115.117 and 115.317:
This question consists of 4 parts, Questions 13 through 16 inclusive.The position that you are applying for has contact with detainees in a juvenile facility or lockup. In accordance with Federal PREA law, the Hawai`i State Judiciary shall not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents or detainees in a juvenile facility or lockup who: (A) Has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution; (B) Has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; (C) Has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in (B) above; or (D) Has been the subject of a substantiated allegation of sexual abuse or sexual harassment or resigned during a pending investigation of alleged sexual abuse or sexual harassment.
Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution that is operated by a state or provides services for a state?
- Yes
- No
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Have you been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?- Yes
- No
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Have you ever been adjudicated of engaging in any of the activities described in question #14 above, following a civil or administrative proceeding?- Yes
- No
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Have you been the subject of a substantiated allegation of sexual abuse or sexual harassment or resigned during a pending investigation of alleged sexual abuse or sexual harassment?- Yes
- No
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Transcripts, Certifications, and other verifying documents: You must submit copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents by mail or email at the time of application. If you are selected, we will need an original official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or coursework and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential.- Yes, I understand and will submit the required information.
- I submitted my supporting documents for a previous recruitment.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. The information you provide on your application along with your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements indicated on the job posting. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected. Therefore, it is important that you provide the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Do not submit an online or hard copy resume in place of the application or supplemental questionnaire. However, if you choose to submit a resume in addition to your application, be sure it includes the same employment information mentioned above.- I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or receiving a lower examination score.
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