Certified Transportation Driver (Youth Counselor Technician) - District 20

Salary: $37,621.00 - $52,813.00 Annually
Location : Union County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 24-13440
Department: Dept of Public Safety
Division: Juvenile Justice
Opening Date: 10/23/2024
Closing Date: 11/6/2024 12:00 AM Eastern
Job Class Title: Youth Counselor Technician
Position Number: 60000921
Section: Juvenile Justice
Work Location: Union County
Salary Grade: NC04
Description of Work
This position is for Court Services, in District 20, Union County, North Carolina.
This posting is for multiple vacancies: positions 60000921 & 60000926.
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.)
Certified Transportation Driver/Youth Counselor Technician (YTC-Driver) provides 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 and provide non-secure transportation for youth as authorized and when not in secure custody. YCT-Driver's will also be required to inspect vehicles regularly and maintain appropriate maintenance (preventative service and inspection schedule) of vehicle fleet.
Will also be responsible for:

• Maintaining transportation documents for all trips.
• Monitor gas, oil, and tires daily.
• Conduct searches of vehicle for contraband prior to and after each trip.

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 and 24 months experience or equivalent combination of education and experience). Please list all work experience in order for you to receive maximum credit. This will help determine the correct salary and step for potential candidates. Candidates will only receive credit for experience documented on the state application. Once hired, your pay will continue to increase as you gain more related experience up to step 6 and you may also for other promotional opportunities. 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
$37,621
1
12-23
$40,253
2
24-35
$42,670
3
36-47
$44,803
4
48-59
$46,594
5
60-71
$47,993
6
72+
$48,953
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position. Work hours will vary depending on the facility that they are hired for. Candidates must be able to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis and be able to work a variable work schedule to meet the needs of juveniles and their families.
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 thisLINK
Referral Bonus Program:
This job classification qualifies for the employee referral bonus program. If you were referred to this job posting by a current DPS employee, and you are hired, that employee could qualify for a referral bonus.
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. Based upon these factors: education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity, a pay increase MAY result.
About Juvenile Justice:
The Juvenile Justice Section 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. Click to learn more about the North Carolina Department of Public Safety's Juvenile Justice Overview. 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.
About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (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, Criminal Justice Information Network, Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, NC National Guard, NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency, Samarcand Training Academy, State Capitol Police, and State Highway Patrol. Also included are these Boards and Commissions: ABC Commission, Governor's Crime Commission, Private Protective Services Commission, and Boxing & Combat Sports Commission. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard temporary positions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Experience with oral and written communication skills.
• Experience establishing rapport and interacting with a variety of individuals.
• Experience driving a motor vehicle safely and ensuring the safety of juveniles being transported.

Management Preferences:

• General knowledge of behaviors exhibited by adjudicated juveniles.
• General knowledge of supportive counseling techniques.

Please note: You must be physically capable of applying the proper methods and procedures to physically restrain juveniles and defend self after being properly training by the department. The physical demands for this position will be discussed during the interview.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Associate degree from an appropriately accredited institution;
OR
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related human services experience;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Qualification:
Applicants for positions designated as Juvenile Justice Officers are subject to and must meet the hiring and training standards established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, as defined in Title 12, Chapter 9 of the NC Administrative Code, by the statutory authority of GS 17C.
Selected applicant must attend and successfully complete and pass the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program. The certification requires four weeks to complete and is comprised of classroom and physically demanding training. This training is carried out at regional training centers and requires consecutive overnight stays. In addition the selected candidate must:
• Have or be able to obtain required documentation for certification as a Juvenile Justice Officer (i.e. a diploma).
• Pass a Criminal Background check
• Pass a Drug Screening test
• Pass a Psychological test
• Pass a Sexual Risk Screening test
• Pass a Physical (to include Vision and Hearing)
• Be a US citizen
• Be at least 20 years of age
• Have a valid driver's license
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• If applying for a Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, please click this link for specific certification requirements: Juvenile Justice Officer & Juvenile Court Counselor Certification.
• The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements in the Division of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions
• Per , applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in theThis is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Ariana Garcia at
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are part of the application and the answers are used in the screening process; all questions must be answered completely and accurately.

• Yes, I understand

02
Which of the following is the highest level of education you have COMPLETED?

• Associate's degree or within 90 days of receiving an associate's
• Bachelor's degree or within 90 days of receiving a bachelor's
• Master's degree or within 90 days of receiving a master's
• High School/GED or Equivalent

03
Are you a U.S. OR a Naturalized Citizen?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05
Have you ever been charged with a felony?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you have any Class B Misdemeanor convictions within the last five (5) years?

• Yes
• No

07
In the five (5) years preceding the date of this application, have you pled guilty to, entered a plea of no contest or been convicted of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI)?

• Yes
• No

08
Our facilities operate 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year. Shift work is required for this position as well as weekend and holiday shifts; do you accept these requirements?

• Yes
• No

09
If properly trained, are you physically capable of applying proper methods and procedures to physically restrain juveniles and/or defend self?

• Yes
• No

10
Do you have experience with oral and written communication skills?

• Yes
• No

11
If you answered YES to the following question, please describe your experience with oral and written communication skills. If you answered NO, please type NA.
12
Do you have experience establishing rapport and interacting with a variety of individuals?

• Yes
• No

13
If you answered YES to the following question, please describe your experience establishing rapport and interacting with a variety of individuals. If you answered NO, please type NA.
14
Do you have experience driving a motor vehicle safely and ensuring the safety of juveniles being transported?

• Yes
• No

15
If you answered YES to the previous question, please describe your experience driving a motor vehicle safely and ensuring the safety of juveniles being transported. If you answered NO, please type NA.
16
Management Preference: Do you have knowledge of supportive counseling techniques?

• Yes
• No

17
If you answered YES to the previous question, please describe your knowledge of supportive counseling techniques. If you answered NO, please type NA.
18
Management Preference: Do you have knowledge of behaviors exhibited by adjudicated juveniles?

• Yes
• No

19
If you answered YES to the previous question, please describe your knowledge of behaviors exhibited by adjudicated juveniles. If you answered NO, please type NA.
20
Did a current DPS employee, who is NOT an immediate family member, refer you to this job posting? (NOTE: The term "immediate family" includes wife, husband, mother, father, brother, sister, son, daughter, grandmother, grandfather, grandson and granddaughter. Also included is the step-, half- and in-law relationships based on the listing in this definition.)

• Yes
• No

21
If you responded "yes" to the question above, please give the first and last name(s) of EACH DPS employee who referred you to this job posting. If known, please also include their email address(es) and division(s) within DPS where they work (e.g. State Highway Patrol, Juvenile Justice, etc.).
Required Question