Juvenile Detention Officer III in Redding, California at County of Shasta

Salary: $59,868.00 - $76,404.00 Annually
Department: Probation Department
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 07/06/26
Location: Redding, 96007, 96073, 96003, 96002, 96001, CA
Job Number: 1223_PRO_062626

Description:

THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE SHASTA COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT

ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR JULY 2026

SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION REGARDING

POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE

RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED

FINAL FILING DATE: JULY 06, 2026 AT 9:00 PM

SALARY INFORMATION

$4,989 - $6,367 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $28.78 - $36.73 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

This position is in the Professional Peace Officers Association (PPOA) bargaining unit. Please refer to the applicable bargaining unit labor agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) for potential future salary increases: Shasta County Labor Agreements

ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Probation Department provides services and supervision, accountability, rehabilitation, and support services for both youth and adults in the criminal justice system to include divisionary services, conducts pre-sentence/adjudication investigations, prepares sentencing and disposition reports and other court ordered reports, makes placement recommendations for juveniles and adults, completes assessments, and develops case plans. Following sentencing/disposition, the department monitors adults placed on formal supervision and juveniles placed on supervision by the court and given terms of probation. The major divisions and "core" functions of the department are adult and juvenile intake and supervision, adult pretrial services, and the Community Corrections Center providing reentry services.

The Shasta County Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility (JRF) is a 24-hour secure detention facility administered by the Probation Department. The JRF is responsible for the care, custody, and control of youth and transitional-aged youth up to twenty-five years of age. Our mission is accomplished by ensuring staff hold residents accountable while encouraging them to embrace positive community values, accept responsibility, and cultivate healthy relationships which is accomplished by ensuring staff serve as role models and project an appearance, attitude, and behavior which creates an atmosphere conducive to positive change, and by working closely with our community partners to deliver research-driven programs targeting the individual needs of our population.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under minimal supervision, to supervise, train, and assist in providing for the counseling, care, welfare, and custody of juveniles and transitional aged youth at the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility and promote rehabilitation of residents through evidence- or research-based practices; and to perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Juvenile Detention Officer III is the advanced journey level Peace Officer position within this classification series. This classification is distinguished from the Juvenile Detention Officer I/II by the demonstrated ability of an incumbent to perform the more complex and difficult assignments that require greater skill, abilities, or professional judgment and a broader knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, serving as a Lead staff member, and having the additional responsibility of serving as Officer in Charge in the supervisor’s absence.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Trains new staff; acts as lead worker for grants and special programs; updates policies and Post orders; conducts and assists with high risk transports; plans, organizes and supervises programs for residents, including such activities as housekeeping chores, personal hygiene, meals, prosocial activities and recreational activities; conducts individual, group and family discussions to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism through the use of evidence- or research-based practices; assists residents to gain insight into themselves and their relationships with others; models prosocial behavior; provides coaching and mentoring; maintains effective discipline and instructs in acceptable behavior and pro-social activities and communication; maintains visual surveillance and follows prescribed security measures; takes proper action for non-cooperating residents; maintains necessary logs, records, and reports; admits and releases residents upon proper authority; communicates with parents/guardians, probation officers, law enforcement, and other individuals as required; explains the purposes and procedures of the facility; remains alert for potential problems and takes measures to reduce tensions and avoid possible violence; assigned to the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility; designated to handle supervisory responsibilities in the supervisor’s absence; and is available to work all shifts.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

GROW Program

A hands-on agriculture/animal husbandry program where residents, under the supervision of Juvenile Detention Officers & services providers learn to grow fruits and vegetables and care for animals.

River’s Edge Academy

A treatment focused camp program in the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility which serves as an alternative to out-of-home placement. Youth are supervised by Juvenile Detention Officers in a more relaxed living environment while participating in intensive behavioral and mental health treatment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:

Knowledge of: Factors which influence human behavior; delinquency and criminogenic needs; good physical and mental health and hygiene; pro-social behavior and evidence-based practices/interventions.

Ability to: Learn and apply the practices, procedures, and interventions of evidenced-based or research based practices including Motivational Interviewing techniques and core correctional practices used in detention and custody of youth; respond constructively to behavior problems and gain the cooperation of residents; demonstrate positive role modeling; respond calmly and appropriately to emergency and crisis situations; plan and direct a group of residents in work, meal, education, and leisure time activities; learn to anticipate and prevent acts of violence to persons and property; learn applicable medical terminology and to deliver medications; write clear and concise log entries and reports; follow oral and written directions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; demonstrate effective judgment; maintain a professional demeanor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.

Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Juvenile Detention Officer II with Shasta County or other California law enforcement agency AND successful completion of the basic Juvenile Corrections Officer Core training AND a POST approved PC 832 training.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Minimum age at date of hire is 18 and must have no felony convictions.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

1. Do you possess two (2) years of experience comparable to that of Juvenile Detention Officer II with Shasta County, or in another California law enforcement agency? Yes / No If “Yes,” please provide details including, but not limited to, employers, dates of employment, and job duties. If “No,” type N/A.
2. Have you successfully completed the basic Juvenile Corrections Officer Core training? Yes / No If “Yes,” please indicate the date you completed it and the educational facility you received it from. If “No,” type N/A.
3. Have you successfully completed the POST approved PC 832 training? Yes / No If “Yes,” please indicate the date you completed it and the educational facility you received it from and attach a copy of your certificate to the application. If “No,” type N/A.
4. I acknowledge I have no felony convictions. Yes / No
5. I acknowledge I must be able to demonstrate an aptitude and willingness to perform duties as described above, which may include the willingness to physically intervene with out-of-control youth to protect self, other staff, and other youth. Yes / No
6. I acknowledge I must meet physical agility and endurance requirements established by the Board of State and Community Corrections to qualify for this position. Yes / No
7. I acknowledge I will be required to pass a background investigation relevant to working as a peace officer in a law enforcement office or facility prior to being hired, including psychological and polygraph examinations. Yes / No
8. I acknowledge I must pass a pre-employment physical examination that includes drug and alcohol testing prior to being hired. Yes / No
9. I acknowledge if hired for this position I may be required to work mandatory overtime as needed. Yes / No
10. I acknowledge I must attach the requested certificate to my application to be considered for this position. Yes / No
11. I acknowledge this position requires a valid California driver's license. Yes / No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk; hear; stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. Persons working in this position must be willing to physically intervene with out-of-control residents to protect self, other staff, and other residents.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works outside in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record according to County policy.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of the position.
• As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check (primarily completed through the taking of fingerprints). An image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
• Based on the results of the background investigation and criminal history check, applicants may then be provided with an offer of employment conditioned on the results of a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

• In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
• Positions in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the County and the PPOA bargaining unit.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES

Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until 9:00 a.m., on July 6, 2026. A resume and/or cover letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, “Refer to resume and/or cover letter,” or “See attached resume and/or cover letter” the employment application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.

Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion in the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof. Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at www.ShastaCountyCareers.comor submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.

Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at (530) 225-5515; relay service (800) 735-2922; fax (530) 225-5345.

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Shasta County Personnel

1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; (530) 225-5515

Benefits:

NOTE: Various bargaining units may have benefits that alter from this general summary. This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to labor agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES

Holidays:

• 12 paid holidays (96 hours) per year.
  

Vacation:

• 10 working days a year during the first three years of service.
• 15 working days a year - 4 through 9 years of service.
• 17 working days a year - 10 through 15 years of service.
• 20 working days a year - 16 or more years of service.

Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment. For purposes of vacation accrual, a working day does not include overtime.
Employees may elect to receive a payment for Vacation hours (in lieu of use) for up to twenty five hours – in five whole hour increments – of accrued vacation. *Subject to criteria as outlined in section 12.8 C in the PPOA MOU.
Sick Leave:

• 96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
  • Employees terminating in good standing after completion of 5 years of continuous service will receive a pro-rata payoff of accumulated sick leave.
  • Unused sick leave may be converted to PERS service credit upon retirement.

Note - accrued sick leave may not be used until after six months of employment. Accrued paid leave benefits are used in conjunction with FMLA/CFRA as appropriate.

*Vacation and Sick Leave accruals are based on regularly scheduled working hours. Additional time will not be accrued on hours worked over 80 hours within a one pay period.
Bereavement:

• 24 hours paid leave for each non-concurrent death in the immediate family.
  

Health Plan:
Shasta County contracts with PERS for medical insurance.
Depending on the plan selected, the County pays most of the employee premium, and contributes a portion of the dependent premium.
Contributions are made for a portion of a retiree’s insurance premium.

Dental Plan:
The County pays a portion of the employee’s and dependents’ premium for dental insurance. The employee pays the full premium during the first six months of coverage.

Vision Plan:
The County pays the employee premium and employees may enroll dependents at their own expense.

Life Insurance:
The County pays the premium for life insurance for most employees. The amount of coverage varies by bargaining unit. For PPOA employees the current coverage amount is $25,000.

Additional Life insurance is available to purchase through Aflac.

Retirement:
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Members hired prior to May 8, 2011 are covered under the retirement formula of 2% @ 50 benefit.
• Members hired after May 8, 2011 but before January 1, 2013 are covered under the retirement formula of 2% @ 55 benefit.
• Members hired after January 1, 2013 are covered under the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) with a benefit formula of 2% @ 57.

Please review the specific MOU for stipulated retirement formulas.

Employees pay 11.5% of his or her salary, on a pre-tax basis for a period of time as specified in his or her labor contract, or Personnel Rules as appropriate. Members hired prior to 2013 may have a different contribution percentage.

Miscellaneous:

• Deferred Compensation plans available through specified companies with employer match up to 3%.
• IRC Section 125 plan available for pre-tax payroll deductions for contributions towards un-reimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.
• Optional additional insurance products are available through Aflac.
• Employee Assistance Program through ACI Specialty Benefits.
• Golden State Finance Authority – Down payment Assistance
• ScholarShare 529 – College Savings Plan
  

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Shasta County Personnel
1450 Court Street, Room 348
Redding, CA 96001-1676
(530) 225-5515

Comments, please email: schr@shastacounty.gov

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Employer: County of Shasta
Address: 1450 Court Street, Suite 348 Redding, California, 96001
Phone: (530) 225-5515
Website: https://www.shastacounty.gov/personnel