Certified Transportation Driver (Youth Counselor Technician) Statewide - New Step Pay Plan - State of North Carolina
Statewide, NC
About the Job
We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth.
We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina’s Youth and Families!
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week)
Now Offering Sign-On Bonus of $3,000.00!
(Please Note: To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government subject to the State Human Resources Act.)
This job classification also qualifies for the employee Referral Bonus program.
If you were referred to this job posting by a current DPS employee, and you are eventually hired, that employee could qualify for a referral bonus.
We offer great Benefits!
Various option packages will enhance your quality of life, health, wellness, and future. Some examples are Vacation, twelve Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave as well as Health Insurance, Disability (Short and Long Term) Insurance and Dental Insurance. For a full list of Benefits, please click on this LINK.
NEW STEP PAY PLAN!
Certified Transportation Driver (Youth Counselor Technicians) enjoy annual salary increases with a step pay plan! Your initial salary is based on your total months of related education and experience above the minimum requirements (related Associate's degree or total of 24 months experience or equivalent combination of education and experience). As you gain related experience, not only will your pay continue to increase, but you may qualify for promotional opportunities as well. There are many opportunities for promotional advancement within Juvenile Justice!
Step | Related Education & Experience Months Over Minimum | Juvenile Justice Officer I/ Youth Counselor Technician NC04 |
| 0 | 0-11 | $36,525 |
| 1 | 12-23 | $39,081 |
| 2 | 24-35 | $41,427 |
| 3 | 36-47 | $43,498 |
| 4 | 48-59 | $45,237 |
| 5 | 60-71 | $46,595 |
| 6 | 72+ | $47,527 |
What are the duties of a Certified Transportation Driver/Youth Counselor Technician?
These positions will provide transportation and supervision for juveniles to and from required destinations such as court hearings, detention centers, youth development centers, residential placement, medical appointments, and other required destinations. Monitor youth while in secure custody during court as requested. Provide non-secure transport to youth as authorized and when not in secure custody. Monitor youth during all transportation trips. Staff will provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, mediation or Restraint Control Defense Tactic (RCDT) as needed and in accordance with Division policy. Report to appropriate staff upon return from destination. Ability to assess youth behavior, report the progress of youth, and communicate information to managers.
Conduct searches of juveniles for contraband prior to and after each transport trip to prevent possible escapes or passing of contraband. Apply mechanical restraints to juveniles prior to secure transports according to policy and training; Contact appropriate staff upon arrival at destination for assistance to prevent escapes; De-escalate situations using methods approved via policy. Staff will maintain required reports of activities relating to the transportation and oversight of the custodial supervision of each juvenile that is served. Must demonstrate observation and report writing skills. Position must maintain written and electronic records related to the behavior and security of youth under their supervision.
Inspect vehicles regularly and maintain appropriate maintenance (preventative service and inspection schedule) of vehicle fleet. Maintain transport documents for all trips made. Monitor gas, oil and tires daily; contact Direct Supervisor for authorization for repairs, if necessary. Conduct searches of vehicle for contraband prior to and after each transport trip to prevent possible escapes or passing of contraband.
Other duties may include assisting with curfew checks, drug screens, Electronic Monitoring alerts, provide safety and security in districts as needed and other duties as authorized by management.
Selected applicant must attend and successfully complete Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program within a year of employment and maintain Criminal Justice Certification. This position requires re-certification in Restraint Control Defense Tactics (RCDT) and other required annual trainings.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
Certified Transportation Driver (Youth Counselor Technician) positions are based in the following counties: Alexander, Avery, Burke, Cabarrus, Chatham, Cleveland, Cumberland, Edgecombe, Granville, Guilford, Lenoir, Mecklenburg, Nash, New Hanover, Onslow, Pitt, Robeson, Surry, Union, Vance, Wake, Wayne, and Wilkes. Juvenile Justice continuously recruits for these positions, and there may or may not be vacancies available in every county.
Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC04. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.
About the Division of Juvenile Justice:
The Mission of Juvenile Justice is to reduce and prevent juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety.
The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we would welcome you to be part of the team. To learn more about Juvenile Justice, please go to this LINK.
About the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS):The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation with integrity and honor. Included in this department are Alcohol Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, NC National Guard, State Capitol Police, State Highway Patrol and many others. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard temporary positions.
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Location: Statewide, North Carolina
Agency: Dept of Public Safety
Source : State of North Carolina