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Position Overview

Confidential Client seeks two entry-level Juvenile Court Officer 1 (JCO 1) candidates to join juvenile court services in Davenport, IA. This role trains under direct supervision through the Juvenile Court Officer Academy and on-the-job mentoring. After successful training and approval, incumbents progress to independently functioning Juvenile Court Officer duties, including rotating on-call responsibilities.

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What You’ll Do

• Supervise youth on informal and formal probation and support re-entry to community-based services.
• Conduct social-history investigations, prepare professional reports, and recommend court dispositions and placements.
• Participate in the Juvenile Court Officer Academy, complete assigned training, and apply evidence-based casework practices.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, schools, courts, families, and community providers to reduce delinquent behaviors.
• Perform limited custodial actions as required (taking youth into custody), and assist with fingerprinting/DNA collection when required by law.
• Maintain accurate confidential records using court-specific systems and follow established documentation standards.
• Travel as needed for casework (primarily in-state; occasional out-of-state).

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range while in training: $26.11 - $41.28 per hour.
• Pay range after move to full JCO status: $31.39 - $50.14 per hour.
• Full-time position with an excellent benefits package including paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS), and employee discounts.
• Employment may qualify for the federal student loan repayment program.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, education, or a related social science.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel for case-related duties.
• Ability to maintain and secure confidential information.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years’ experience working with at-risk youth.
• Experience using evidence-based practices, writing professional reports, and testifying in court.
• Prior experience in Court/Human Services or related juvenile justice settings.

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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of juvenile court legal processes and relevant state code.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal and problem-solving skills; ability to work respectfully with diverse populations.
• Competence using case management systems and attention to record accuracy.

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Additional Information & Legal Notices

• Final applicants are subject to a criminal background check. Confidential Client follows applicable state and federal employment laws.
• This position may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The role is a contract-covered, FLSA non-exempt classification.
• Confidential Client is an E-Verify employer where applicable.
• Candidates should be prepared to submit required documents (resume, cover letter or attachments) via the recruiting flow established by Careertakes and Confidential Client.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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