Community Justice Worker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Jackson County Employment Opportunity

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?

The Community Justice Transition Center is seeking qualified, motivated individuals to join a team of creative and energetic professionals who value integrity, trust, consistency, respect, and teamwork in helping adults make positive life changes. As part of our Community Work Program, employees work directly with clients to promote accountability, responsibility, and personal growth. Team members also have the opportunity to learn valuable trade skills and grow within a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

Jackson County is looking to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

• Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
• Must submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to hire.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties:

• Under limited supervision, this position serves as a Work Crew Coordinator responsible for supervising, directing, and overseeing the daily activities of Adults on Supervision (AOS) assigned to community work crews through the Community Justice Transition Center.
• The role involves transporting and leading crews to various job sites, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with program guidelines.
• The coordinator provides guidance, mentorship, and support to participants while maintaining safety, security, and professional conduct in all work environment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required. Two years of experience in construction, landscaping, property management, parks and recreation, forest service fire fighting, law enforcement, military, work with animals, and/or maintenance and repair; or other related field. Two years of college course work in criminology, behavioral science, sociology or related field may substitute for up to 12 months of experience, and Bachelor's degree in criminology or related field may count for up to 18 months of experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Position requires general knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and materials used in construction and maintenance; knowledge of applicable safety hazards and practices; landscape maintenance techniques. Position requires ability to think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies and situations involving personal danger; to plan, schedule and supervise work crew assignments; provide effective leadership and supervision of crew members; maintain discipline of crew members; perform strenuous or heavy manual work, sometimes in adverse weather conditions; perform duties under tight deadlines and/or in emergency situations; use independent judgement in performing routine and non-routine tasks; use basic mathematics for calculating totals and measuring distances; operate a variety of tools, shop equipment and heavy equipment with skill; understand and carry out oral and written directions; read and understand maintenance manuals, policy manuals, diagrams, specifications, etc.; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-employees and the general public; maintain accurate records and prepare reports; establish standards of performance and motivate workers both in the Restitution Center and on work sites.

Special Requirements: (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands and/or working conditions:) Tasks involve frequent walking and standing; some lifting and carrying objects of moderate to heavy weight; and the operation of vehicles, shop and hand tools in which manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination are important ingredients of safe and/or productive operations. May involve the complex operation of gasoline, electric or diesel-powered machinery and vehicles involving manipulation of multiple controls. Tasks require visual perception and discrimination as well as oral communications ability. Tasks require exposure to uncomfortable physical conditions, including heat, cold, wetness, strong odors and/or smoke, strong and/or toxic chemicals, electrical currents, dust and pollen. Worker is subject to danger or risk to a significant degree. Worker would be required to work a variety of shifts.

Position Requirements: A combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

License or Certificate: Requires possession of a valid, appropriate Oregon driver's license and a good driving record. Must obtain first aid certification within six months of employment.

Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer. Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Women, minorities and the disabled are encouraged to apply. Upon request, special accommodations and/or assistance will be gladly provided for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory impairments. Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036.