Probation & Court Services Officer

Sdsoybean; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11-13 paid holidays per year

Extensive sick and vacation leave

Job summary

The Unified Judicial System, Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pierre, SD is seeking a Probation Supervisor to oversee adults and juveniles on or awaiting probation, prepare presentence investigations, interview victims, assess risks, and link offenders to services. Travel and after-hours work may be required.

You will work with judges on sentences, supervise offenders, refer to community resources, maintain precise records, and attend hearings to expedite processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, criminal justice, or related field.
• Background check required for employment.
• Experience in social services, corrections, domestic violence, disability services, drug and alcohol centers, treatment centers, group homes, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Judges in forming sentences and dispositions for offenders that provide accountability and punishment and encourage rehabilitation; and at the same time provide community safety.
• Refer offenders to services considering court orders, family dynamics, and individual difficulties and skills to facilitate their personal, social, and economic adjustment in their communities.
• Supervising probationers and diversion program participants by conducting visits at homes, work, schools, or elsewhere in their communities and by telephone; keeps precise records of all meetings; and obtains verification for completion of services to check on their progress and ensure compliance with court orders.
• Performing court duty and attending offenders' hearings routinely to expedite court processes and assist individuals and agencies involved.
• Performing other work as assigned.

Skills

organization

time management

problem-solving

communication

creativity

empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences, criminal justice, or related field

Tools

Computer technology

Job description

The Unified Judicial System, Sixth Judicial Circuit in Pierre, SD is seeking a Probation Supervisor to oversee adults and juveniles on or awaiting probation, prepare presentence investigations, interview victims, assess risks, and link offenders to services. Travel and after-hours work may be required.

You will work with judges on sentences, supervise offenders, refer to community resources, maintain precise records, and attend hearings to expedite processes.