Community Safety Probation Officer

County of Portage; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future seeks a Probation Officer to supervise individuals under court jurisdiction and promote behavioral change for public safety. Under supervision, you will enforce probation terms, prepare motions, and testify in court when required.

Responsibilities include conducting home visits, drug testing, and compiling PSI reports, while coordinating with community agencies for treatment plans. A valid Ohio driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Studies is required.
• Five years of experience supervising offenders is preferred.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and eligibility under county standards.

Responsibilities

• Enforces probation rules and court orders, including collection of costs and supervision fees.
• Maintains responsibility for assigned caseload and prepares court motions.
• Conducts face-to-face office meetings to ensure client compliance.
• Attends hearings and offers testimony as required.
• Documents case notes and collateral contacts; maintains files with OH rules.
• Makes referrals based on risk/needs and court orders; conducts testing as directed.

Skills

Court procedures

Evidence-Based Practices

Oral & written communication

Interstate Compact Rules

Motivational Interviewing

DNA collection procedures

CourtView knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Studies

Tools

CourtView

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kids for the Future seeks a Probation Officer to supervise individuals under court jurisdiction and promote behavioral change for public safety. Under supervision, you will enforce probation terms, prepare motions, and testify in court when required.

Responsibilities include conducting home visits, drug testing, and compiling PSI reports, while coordinating with community agencies for treatment plans. A valid Ohio driver’s license is required.