Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: June 13, 2026
Required documents uploaded by: June 12, 2026
Agency Information:
Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex
1430 NW 25th St.
Topeka, KS 66618
About the Position
Who can apply: Anyone who meets the minimum qualifications
Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Varies
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Search Keywords: Topeka, Kansas, Juvenile, Corrections, KJCC, Sergeant
Compensation: $26.98/hour ($56,118.40/annually)
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
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Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
This is a supervisory position. Incumbent will assign, direct, review and evaluate the job performance of Juvenile Corrections Officers I (JCO I) under his/her supervision. The incumbent is to serve as support to the Juvenile Corrections Officers I (JCO I) and facilitate day-to-day operations. Incumbents will supervise varying areas or units within the facility depending on the post.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Full range supervisory corrections work, ensuring public safety by providing oversight of juveniles and support to reintegration programs.
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Supervises Juvenile Corrections Officer I's through direct contact and works indirectly with other staff.
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Conduct performance reviews by reviewing and evaluating performance within the time parameter.
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Provide ongoing proactive communications and interactions with juveniles designed to disrupt, rather than reinforce antisocial behavior and inappropriate reactions to situations
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Stay abreast of policy and regulation changes/updates.
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Work directly with other departments within the facility to foster and model a multi-disciplinary approach.
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Serves as a role model and productive member of the agency.
Qualifications:
Licensing & Certification:
Driver's License and Handle with Care (HWC) certificate.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and one year of experience in care, control and treatment of offenders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification as a JCO by the Deputy Secretary of Juvenile Services. This is issued upon completion of Basic Training and must be renewed annually as prescribed by the Commissioner. CPR as provided in annual in-service training. Ability to deal with individuals under restraint. Knowledge of the procedures and practices of supervising juveniles. Previous supervisory experience and ability to lead and counsel subordinates.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Must take and pass a drug screening test provided by Office of Personnel Services. Must complete a background investigation.
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Jennifer McCoy
Email: [email protected]
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
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Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be scanned and emailed to [email protected], or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Docking State Office Building
915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260
Topeka, KS 66612
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