Detention Specialist - Juvenile; Part-Time, Fill-In

Position: Detention Specialist - Juvenile (Part-Time, Fill-In)
Salary: $23.89 Hourly
Location : Fallon, NV
Job Type: Part-Time Casual
Job Number:
Department: Juvenile Probation
Opening Date: 12/17/2025
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Summary
Do you possess integrity and a can-do attitude? Do you have a strong work ethic that has been exhibited in your previous work experience? Do you want an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of troubled youth? If so, consider applying for the part-time, casual position of Detention Specialist in the Churchill County Juvenile Justice Center. Applications submitted for this posting will be used to select on-call or fill-in staff to fill in shifts as necessary.

The number of hours worked per week may vary based on the needs of the department and the employee's availability, but the total hours worked in a fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) cannot exceed 1,039 hours. Applications may also be considered for full-time Detention Specialist positions that come open in the future - frequently our full-time positions are filled from employees who have been hired for the fill-in positions.

The person in this position provides temporary care, custody, and care of juveniles; monitors the safety and security of juveniles housed in a correctional residential facility; monitors the safety and security of the facility; and performs food preparation and custodial duties. Some aspects of the job include frequent interaction with and oversight over the youth; other aspects of the position involve day-to-day operations of the facility (meal preparation, housekeeping, etc.).

This detention facility is a 24-hour, seven-day per week operation, which means employees must be willing to work all shifts (days, swings, graveyard) and on weekends and holidays. If you are not willing and able to work ALL shifts and on weekends and holidays, do not apply for this position. Also, the entire campus (including the outdoor areas) is a tobacco-free campus and employees are not able to leave the campus during their work shift.

Employees will not be allowed "smoke or tobacco breaks" for the duration of their work shift, nor may they use tobacco on campus.

If you are interested in this challenging position and want to be part of our team at the Juvenile Justice Center, please submit your application online at . Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

This position is considered a department safety-sensitive position which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Anyone selected for this position must be able to successfully pass the pre-employment drug test.

Essential Functions

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Personally and electronically monitors juveniles in residential facilities; patrols buildings and grounds.
• Conducts and records bed checks; reports unusual situations to Senior staff.
• Receives and gives procedural directions to incoming juveniles; prepares space and supplies for juveniles.
• Observes and reports unusual or inappropriate behavior and emergency situations to professional staff; ensures the safety and security of assigned juveniles; provides aid and calls for medical assistance.
• Oversees activities; physical fitness, counseling, phone calls, hygiene, meals, snacks, visits; informs supervisor of unusual events or operational needs.
• Release and prepares youth for transportation; escorts youth to various locations.
• Receives and directs persons entering property or facility for authorized purposes.
• Restrains juveniles, as needed, using approved physical and mechanical restraint methods.
• Completes forms, keeps records, maintains files and writes incident reports relating to the work performed.
• Drives a motor vehicle to transport juveniles to appointments and other facilities.
• Mentor youth by teaching appropriate behaviors and counseling one-on-one as appropriate and within facility guidelines and policies.
• May assist professional staff with direct supervision, intake procedures including strip searches.
• Performs housekeeping, laundry, and custodial duties.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:
High School diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of experience with at-risk youth; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Associate's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or a closely related field…