Hybrid Probation Officer — Court Services & Public Impact

New-Jersey-Courts; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage of the New Jersey Judiciary seeks detail-oriented Probation Officers, including bilingual roles, in the Criminal Division. Hybrid work with potential remote days; requires a bachelor’s degree with behavioral/soc Sci credits and background checks.

Candidates should demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills, strong customer service abilities, and proficiency with case management processes.

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Experience in customer-facing roles.
• Technical skills relevant to case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients/customers and monitor case flow.
• Analyze case histories and identify management needs.
• Coordinate services and review court documents for compliance.
• Schedule conferences and hearings; prepare investigation reports.
• Ensure timely disposition of orders and prepare case materials for hearings.
• Attend court sessions as host/co-host on virtual platforms.
• Advise judges and management on case issues; build relationships with divisions.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree plus 24 credits in behavioral or social sciences

Job description

The Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage of the New Jersey Judiciary seeks detail-oriented Probation Officers, including bilingual roles, in the Criminal Division. Hybrid work with potential remote days; requires a bachelor’s degree with behavioral/soc Sci credits and background checks.

Candidates should demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills, strong customer service abilities, and proficiency with case management processes.