Detention Education Specialist

Job Description

Job Summary

Do you desire a position where you make a difference in people's lives and serve justice? If so, the place to find that dream job is with the Mohave County Superior Court and Probation.

About the Mohave County Courts and Probation

The Mohave County Courts and Probation is a high-performing organization, with a collaborative team of innovators who work to improve our Courts and the services we provide. We hire people who will share our vision of making a difference in people’s lives in the communities we serve.

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Under general supervision, undertakes and performs a variety of tasks associated with the school Registrar, National School Lunch Program, Arizona Department of Education management, and related education services to juveniles enrolled in the Gloria Dusek Compass School located in the Mohave County Juvenile Detention Center.

Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity, and recency). Offers of employment are conditioned upon the candidate’s successful completion of a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, and pre-employment drug/alcohol screen.

Position will be open until filled. Initial review of applications will begin Monday, June 29, 2026.

TO APPLY:

Note: Resumes are considered supplemental information only. Failure to complete the entire online application, including fully detailing all education and experience, will likely result in disqualification.

Read and follow Superior Court Application Instructions under the "How to Apply" tab at the bottom of the Court's website.Read click here Probation Information Sheet with Disqualifiers.Complete and submit your application, resume, letter of interest online.
Candidates that apply will be required to complete the online Office Proficiency Assessment Certification (OPAC). An email will be sent to candidates to complete the OPAC test online.

Essential Job Functions

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Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED AND three (3) years of experience working with youth in an educational setting or related field AND secretarial, clerical, customer service, or closely related experience, preferably relating to experience in Arizona schools and grants management OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT

• Must complete annual training as required by the Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET).
  • Must possess a valid State of Arizona Driver’s License at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.
  • Must remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
  • Must obtain first aid/CPR certification within sixty (60) days of employment and must maintain.
  • Provide an acceptable driving history at no cost to the county.
  • Employees are subject to immediate callout when an emergency, disaster, or breach of homeland security occurs. Employees shall be available, unless excused, to ensure the court is adequately staffed during and immediately following natural and/or manmade disasters, infectious disease outbreaks, and acts of terrorism. This may require assisting other employees in the work unit in accomplishing assignments as necessary, and the working of unusual, long hours over an extended period of time with infrequent breaks or rest periods. An employee who is working with an accommodation must meet with their supervisor and division head to discuss their requirement for response.
  • Minimum of 21 years of age.
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment character and fitness background investigation, including but not limited to: fingerprinting and criminal history records check, Department of Child Safety (DCS) Central Registry check, (MVD) driving records check, psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, and submit to and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen.
  • This is a safety-sensitive position.

Mohave County has an extensive benefits package with exceptional health, wellness, and work/life balance offerings, financial & retirement benefits, comprehensive leave program, and more.
Check out our Benefits Guide for full details!