Juvenile Detention Officer - MALE

Juvenile Detention Officer

Employee is responsible for the supervision and care of juveniles detained in the Island County Detention Center. The employee functions under minimal supervision and maintains a safe and secure work environment for detainees and other detention officers. Follows the established guidelines and procedures, and document daily activities/movements. Upon job offer, applicant must be able to pass a background check, physical examination, polygraph examination, drug test and a psychological evaluation.

Background checks through NCIC and is subject to annual review. Salary within range is dependent upon qualifications and experience. Hourly pay: JDO1: $28.14 - $30.31 JDO2: $30.70 - $33.06
* THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO MALE APPLICANTS ONLY.*

Island County offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
Medical:
Island County pays 100% of the premiums for most eligible employees and dependents. In addition, the County provides an annual Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (determined by Medical plan selected). Dental:
Island County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members for basic dental coverage (buy-up options are available). Life and Disability Insurance:
Employees are provided basic coverage of $24,000 and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents. Retirement:
Island County employees participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (additional 457(b) deferred-compensation plans are also available). Life Flight:
Island County pays 100% of the premium for emergency air transport coverage. 11 paid holidays each year Generous paid time off and Washington-required sick leave Flexible Spending Account (optional) Wellness programs Employee assistance program Pet Insurance (optional - employee paid) Additional benefits are available to be elected (employee-paid). Student debt? Working for Island County can provide relief! Island County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for full time employees.

See for more details. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible Island County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.