Probation Officer

Henrycty; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

IMRF pension

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Henry County Court Services in Illinois seeks a dedicated professional to monitor and supervise a caseload of offenders, conduct field visits, and coordinate with state and local agencies. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, or related social sciences and strong written and verbal communication.

You will complete reports, testify in court when needed, perform urine drug tests, maintain records, and participate in on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple agencies and document activity clearly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise a caseload of offenders.
• Conduct home visits and refer offenders to community services.
• Complete reports and notices required by statute; file with Circuit Clerk.
• Appear in Court and testify as needed; maintain thorough records.
• Collect urine samples and conduct drug testing; on-call duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Written skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Motivational interviewing

Education

Bachelor's Degree (social sciences)

Job description

Job Opportunities

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Starting Salary: $48,000 (effective 12-1-26 starting salary will be $48,960)

Benefits: Include affordable health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance for employee; paid holidays and vacation; and IMRF pension (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)

Contact Person: Kim Lindstrom, Director Henry County Court Services Phone: [phone] Closing Date to Apply: October 2, 2026 or until filled.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, or related social sciences.

Duties: To serve the Court by monitoring and supervising a caseload of offenders; perform a variety of field work such as conducting home visits and referring offenders to appropriate community agencies; work closely with the State’s Attorney’s Office, the Sheriff’s Department and jail, all City Police Departments, the Courts, community agencies and treatment programs; complete written reports and notices required by State statute and to file such reports with the Circuit Clerk as required by statute; appear in Court and testify as needed; maintain thorough and accurate records of all case activities; collect urine samples and conduct drug testing; perform duties as assigned per an on-call schedule to handle after-hour calls, home confinement and/or emergencies; and to perform other duties as directed including those mandated by the Illinois Complied Statutes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Requires ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; requires knowledge of psychological, substance abuse, and other areas of mental and physical problems to identify human needs and make appropriate referrals; requires excellent organizational and time management skills; should be familiar with the following concepts: motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and evidence-based principles; and requires the ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with staff, offenders, the courts, other agencies, and the general public.

Special Requirements: Must be a resident of the state of Illinois within ninety (90) days of appointment; must reside within a 45 mile radius of the County seat (Cambridge, IL); must be on the employment eligibility list maintained by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts; and must have a valid Illinois motor vehicle operator’s license.

Henry County Court Services’ mission is to enhance our organization’s capacity for adaptability, accountability and collaborative relationships with public safety and community partners and employ effective programs and interventions whenever achievable to better reduce offender recidivism.

Henry County Court Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer