Job Details

Detention Shift Supervisor

This position is 40 hours per week. This position directs and supervises Juvenile Corrections Officers (JCOs) and participates in providing safety, security, accountability, and rehabilitation of youth. Approves and supervises admissions and releases of juveniles during the shift. Directs and schedules JCOs in the operation of the Spokane County Juvenile Detention Center. Works with latitude for independent judgment and action; and is supervised by a Detention Unit Supervisor and/or Detention Manager through observation, conferencing, and reports. Makes independent decisions on activities occurring during their assigned shift within the limits of policy and procedural requirements. The Detention Shift Supervisor differs from the JCO Class by its greater responsibility for discretionary decision making, additional assigned duties, and is responsible for the training of JCO's.

WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in Juvenile Court Services in a position covered by the 1553 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and all Spokane County employees in a position covered by the 1553S CBA submitting applications prior to 12/1/25.

TOTAL COMPENSATION: $79,046 - $110,103 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

SPOKANE COUNTY JUVENILE COURT DEAR APPLICANT: Thank you for considering the Spokane County Juvenile Court as a potential employer. Juvenile Court employees are directly responsible for the supervision and/or care of youth under the age of eighteen. As such, applicants undergo an extensive application and selection process as well as a thorough background investigation. The effectiveness of the Juvenile Court is directly related to the quality of personnel employed by the Court and the level of public trust in those personnel. As a result, the following extensive application process is designed to elicit information to assist us in determining your character, suitability, and competence for the position for which you have applied. Failure to complete the entire application, whether intentionally or unintentionally, will result in your removal from consideration. In addition, the background investigation may include, but is not limited to: an interview(s); employer reference checks; polygraph test; criminal and driving records. Failure of any portion of the background investigation will be "cause" for removal from consideration. Upon completion of the background investigation, each candidate's suitability is reviewed by Juvenile Court Administration. The polygraph test is conducted using the information you have submitted and the Integrity Standards for Juvenile Court.

Examples of Duties

• Supervises the maintenance and operation of a co-ed maximum security facility for juvenile detainees.
• Inspects facility for safety/security and cleanliness and takes appropriate action.
• Analyzes and approves releases and detainment of booked juveniles, utilizing a Detention risk assessment.
• Analyzes and approves classification of youth.
• Approves all searches of detainees and visitors and signs off on strip search criteria based on law.
• Approves the use of restraints.
• Mentors, trains, and supervises new employees and existing staff.
• Ensures staff are performing within policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Completes performance appraisals.
• Directs staff assignments, account for all staff and duty assignments.
• Ensures reports and time cards are completed.
• Recommends disciplinary action when appropriate and assist Detention management in conducting internal investigations.
• Testifies in court as subpoenaed.
• Advises personnel of new information, procedural, or legal issues affecting the operation.
• Advises medical professionals of the need for assessment of youth with physical or mental health problems.
• Performs medical treatment as needed, e.g., first aid and CPR.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field, AND three (3) years of work experience in criminal justice and/or a correctional facility setting, OR any equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience that provides the skills knowledge and ability to perform the job.
• Completion of Washington State Correctional Academy (2 weeks) and Washington State Supervisor Academy (1 week) after hire/promotion.
• Possession of DT Level 1 certification and First Aid/CPR/AED certified.
• Possession of a Washington State Food Workers Card.
• Special Deputy Commission II Certification from the Spokane County Sheriff's Office.

Selection Factors

• Knowledge of being trauma responsive and how trauma impacts youth.
• Knowledge of institutional management practices including the care and custody of juveniles.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations relating to the operation of a jail or juvenile detention facility.
• Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and various software programs.
• Ability to interact respectfully with the public, residents, and staff.
• Ability to effectively de-escalate youth.
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to prepare statements and reports and to maintain routine records.
• Ability to intervene in crisis or violent situations and use enough force to restore order or calm residents in potentially hostile situations.
• Ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision and to understand and to carry out complex oral and written instructions.

SPOKANE COUNTY Employee Benefits Summary

The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.

PAID TIME OFF Spokane County Observed Holidays Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County. PTO Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years. Vacation For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).

SICK LEAVE Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.

Other Leaves Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Medical Insurance Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month). 2024 Rates: Premera Employee Only: $38.04 per month Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month Employee & Family: $209.60 per month Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month Kaiser: Employee: $35.92 per month Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month Employee & Family: $196.06 per month Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month

Dental Insurance Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. 2024 Rates: Delta Dental Willamette Dental Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month

Group Life Insurance The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.

Long Term Disability Coverage Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness