Drill Sergeant
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Drill Sergeant

Hidalgo County, TX

Location: Hidalgo,TX, USA

Date: 2024-12-15T08:55:03Z

Job Description:

General Description

The Boot Camp Drill Sergeants utilize military structured training to instruct and supervise rehabilitation services to the juvenile residents of the Judge Mario Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center's Boot Camp Facility located in Weslaco, Texas. The Boot Camp Drill Sergeants are directly accountable to the Boot Camp Commander.

Applicants must be able to meet Juvenile Supervision Officer Certification/Recertification standards as per the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Examples of Work Performed

Insures that the Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center's Boot Camp Facility program is managed in accordance with the policies/procedures/standards of Hidalgo County, the Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center and Boot Camp Facility, and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Knows how to keep abreast of any changes in policy/procedures/standards as they pertain to Hidalgo County, the Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center and Boot Camp Facility, and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Insures that all required instruction is presented and meets desired learning objectives.

Insures all required instruction is presented and is up-to-date.

Promotes teamwork and leadership development.

Maintains an effective safety program.

Proficient in basic lifesaving methodology in order to effectively render medical assistance to cadets/residents on an as needed basis.

Ability to participate in training/certification in non-violent physical restraint technique as approved by the Department/Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Ability to restrain youths.

Maintains procedures for accomplishing administrative requirements directed by the Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center Boot Camp Facilities Administration.

Sets the example regarding personal appearance, to include the wearing of prescribed uniforms and civilian clothing, for cadets/residents.

Is able to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, members of the general public, and other groups involved in the operation of the Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center/ Boot Camp Facility.

Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions/methods/procedures related to the Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center's Boot Camp Facility and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Requires the ability to write reports with the proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar.

Is able to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner.

Has good organizational, management, interpersonal, and technical skills.

Is able to use independent judgment and discretion in supervising residents, including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems.

Maintains the concept of managing a military style rehabilitation program.

Works in harmony with all department staff.

Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Boot Camp Commander or his/her designee.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree.

Preferred Bachelor degree conferred by a college or university accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordination Board.

Minimum Requirement - Must complete oral interviews.

Possess strong organizational skills to manage the demands of a highly structured residential program for habitual juvenile offenders.

Prior Military Experience Preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Registration:

Applicants must be able to meet Juvenile Supervision Officer Certification/Recertification standards as per the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Complete background investigation to meet certification/recertification standards of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Applicant must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.

Must be able to be insured by county insurance carrier.

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01

Do you have a high school diploma or general equivalency?

* Yes

* No

02

Do you have a Bachelor's degree conferred by a college or university accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordination Board?

* Yes

* No

03

Do you have prior military experience?

* Yes

* No

04

Have you ever had any type of certification revoked by a lawful authority of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department?

* Yes

* No

05

Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution?

* Yes

* No

06

Have you been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?

* Yes

* No

07

Have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity?

* Yes

* No

08

Do you have a current valid Texas Driver's license and current liability insurance?

* Yes

* No

09

Have you ever had your driver's license suspended or revoked?

* Yes

* No

10

Do you currently have an Occupational Driver's License?

* Yes

* No

Required Question

Agency Hidalgo County

Address 505 S. McColl Rd., Suite A

Edinburg, Texas, 78539

Phone 956-###-####

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