Entry-Level Probation Officer I Trainee

Schuyler County; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NYS Retirement

Health Insurance

Deferred Compensation

Paid sick leave

Holiday and vacation time

Job summary

Schuyler County Probation Department is hiring for Probation Officer 1 and Probation Officer 1 Trainee on a full-time basis. The roles involve supervising adults and juveniles under probation, using investigative techniques, and coordinating with treatment services as needed.

Candidates must meet the listed minimum qualifications and may be required to take a civil service test. Residency in Schuyler or adjacent counties is preferred.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of Probation Officer 1 traineeship, or
• Graduate degree in social work, social sciences, education, administration, law, criminal justice, or a related field; or
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 30 credit hours in the social/behavioral sciences and two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Control, supervision and care of adults and juveniles subject to probation supervision or intake services.
• Apply investigative techniques to evaluate conduct and make recommendations regarding court dispositions.
• Counsel and coach probationers to change patterns of thinking and behavior to promote law-abiding conduct.
• Arrange for medical, mental health or substance treatment services as needed.

Education

Graduate degree in social work, social sciences, education, administration, law, criminal justice, or related field

Bachelor’s degree with at least 30 credit hours in social/behavioral sciences

Job description

Schuyler County Probation Department is hiring for Probation Officer 1 and Probation Officer 1 Trainee on a full-time basis. The roles involve supervising adults and juveniles under probation, using investigative techniques, and coordinating with treatment services as needed.

Candidates must meet the listed minimum qualifications and may be required to take a civil service test. Residency in Schuyler or adjacent counties is preferred.