Juvenile Detention Officer (project Position) - Juvenile Court Detention Services

Juvenile Detention Officer

At Clark County Juvenile Court, we are committed to building a team that reflects the community we serve and recognizes the value of every individual. Our Juvenile Detention Officers (JDOs) are mentors, role models, and advocates for youth at pivotal moments in their lives. We strive to create an environment where every young person and team member is respected, supported, and given the opportunity to succeed. If you have the integrity, compassion, and sense of duty to serve youth and community with honor, we invite you to join us.

Being a JDO is about serving something greater than yourself. You'll:

• Ensure the safety and well-being of youth in our care.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
• Support the personal growth and positive direction of young people.
• Serve as an essential, dependable member of a 24/7 team—public safety and due process cannot wait.
• Demonstrate empathy, critical thinking, sound judgment, and a commitment to public service, even in the face of challenge or adversity.

What We Offer:

• A career with purpose and meaning: Direct impact on youth and public safety.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment: Built on mutual respect and collaboration.
• Competitive compensation: Regular step increases, shift differentials, and specialty pay.
• Outstanding benefits: Medical/dental/vision (including HSA options), paid time off, retirement (PERS), EAP, life and disability insurance, and more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for growth.

We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and life experiences. Special encouragement for women to apply, supporting the needs of all youth in our facility. We are building for the future! We are currently accepting applications to create an eligibility pool for anticipated openings over the next six months.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in criminal justice, social/behavioral sciences, or a closely related field, or equivalent post-secondary education/training (may substitute for up to 18 months of required experience).
• Valid driver's license or the ability to obtain.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, mandatory overtime, and call-ins as needed.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including facial/respiratory protection (and comply with related grooming standards for fit-testing).
• Ability to pass pre-employment and ongoing background and reference checks.

Important Notice: Project positions are currently ineligible for the Public Safety Retirement Systems (PSERS) Membership.