Juvenile Corrections Officer II- Sergeant

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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

Juvenile Corrections Officer II - Sergeant

Job Posting closes:
July 27th, 2026

Required documents uploaded by:
July 26th, 2026

Agency Information:

Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex

1430 NW 25th St.

Topeka, KS 66618

About the Position:

Who can apply:
Anyone who meets the minimum qualifications

Classified/Unclassified Service:
Classified

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Work Schedule:

Varies

Eligible to Receive Benefits:
Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible:
Yes

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$26.98/hour ($56,118.40/annually)

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

This is a supervisory position. Incumbent will assign, direct, review and evaluate the job performance of Juvenile Corrections Officers I (JCO I) under his/her supervision. The incumbent is to serve as support to the Juvenile Corrections Officers I (JCO I) and facilitate day-to-day operations. Incumbents will supervise varying areas or units within the facility depending on the post.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

* Full range supervisory corrections work, ensuring public safety by providing oversight of juveniles and support to reintegration programs.

* Supervises Juvenile Corrections Officer I's through direct contact and works indirectly with other staff.

* Conduct performance reviews by reviewing and evaluating performance within the time parameter.

* Provide ongoing proactive communications and interactions with juveniles designed to disrupt, rather than reinforce antisocial behavior and inappropriate reactions to situations

* Stay abreast of policy and regulation changes/updates.

* Work directly with other departments within the facility to foster and model a multi-disciplinary approach.

* Serves as a role model and productive member of the agency.

Qualifications:

Licensing & Certification:

Driver's License and Handle with Care (HWC) certificate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and one year of experience in care, control, and treatment of offenders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification as a JCO by the Deputy Secretary of Juvenile Services. This is issued upon completion of Basic Training and must be renewed annually as prescribed by the Commissioner. CPR as provided in annual in-service training. Ability to deal with individuals under restraint. Knowledge of the procedures and practices of supervising juveniles.

Previous supervisory experience and ability to lead and counsel subordinates.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Must take and pass a drug screening test.

Must complete a background investigation.

Recruiter Contact Information:

Name:
Jennifer Mc Coy

Email:
Jennifer.mccoy1

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