Juvenile Court Officer 1 (D8 140203) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4824695) Apply  Juvenile Court Officer 1 (D8 140203) Salary $52,561.60 - $83,803.20 Annually Location Ottumwa - 52501 - Wapello County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-02222 Agency 444 Judicial Opening Date 02/07/2025 Closing Date 2/21/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-DNP Point of Contact cathy.reck@iowacourts.gov To Apply Submit a cover letter and resume along with the completed online application. Applicants should apply through NEOGOV www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa) and must include all three items. Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. + Description + Questions Job Description The 8th Judicial District’s Juvenile Court Services has an immediate opening for Juvenile Court Officer 1 in Wapello County, Ottumwa, Iowa. May be assigned to cover other counties as needed. This is not a promotional opportunity. Employee will be transferred in at their current classification until the time they meet the qualifications of the higher classification. The pay range for the Juvenile Court Officer 1 class is $25.27 - $40.29 per hour / $2021.60 - $3223.20 biweekly, based on an 80-hour pay period. The responsibilities for this position include: + Handling matters pertaining to delinquent youth, pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 232, including intake, diversion, supervision, and prevention activities. + Making recommendations to the Court regarding detention and custody, conducts pre-dispositional investigations, prepares reports to the court, testifies in court about dispositional and other recommendations, incorporates evidenced based practices into daily work, supervises probation, motivates youth and families and engages them in then change process, coordinates and monitors services provided by various agencies to juvenile clients. + Responsible for responding to emergency matters outside of normal working hours. + Serves as a peace officer during the performance of his/her duties. What’s in it for YOU: + Collaborative, positive work environment + Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn + Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities + Excellent benefits package + Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave + Iowa Public Employees’ retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan + Employee discount program This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise Minimum Qualification Requirements + Bachelor’s degree from a four – year college or university in law, criminal justice, criminology, sociology or related social sciences. + Successfully complete training requirements set by the Iowa Supreme Court. + Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, unless an exception is made. 01 Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch. + Yes + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq? + Yes + No 03 Please explain any gaps in your employment history? 04 Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below. 05 What is your minimum salary requirement? 06 List any professional licenses you hold: 07 Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below. + Yes, I consent + No 08 Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 444 Judicial Address Iowa Judicial Branch Building 1111 E Court Ave Des Moines, Iowa, 50319 Website http://www.iowacourts.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email