Probation Officer

Clark County Government; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark County Government is seeking a Probation Officer - Adult to supervise and report on offenders placed on probation within the Adult Supervision Division. The role involves interviewing clients, preparing court-relevant reports, and coordinating treatment and restitution programs.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, state certification, and the ability to manage caseloads, conduct urinalysis testing, and testify in court.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required.
• State certification as probation officer.
• Working knowledge of standard computer software and case management systems.
• Ability to interview, investigate and work with clients to ensure completion of probation requirements.
• Ability to handle emergencies and crises effectively.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state and federal probation laws and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluation of probationers via interviews and records review.
• Maintain probation caseload for adults and prepare reports for the Court.
• Supervise offenders and perform urinalysis testing.
• Testify in Court and attend hearings as required.
• Maintain and organize case files and documentation.
• Coordinate with divisions and attend trainings as needed.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Probation officer certification

Computer skills

Interviewing

Crisis management

Court testimony

Education

Bachelor degree from accredited college or university

Tools

Case management software

Job description

CLARK COUNTY PROBATION AND SUPERVISION

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Probation Officer - Adult

DIVISION: Adult Supervision

REPORTS TO: Supervisor - Adult Supervision

DATE WRITTEN: STATUS: Full-time

DATE REVISED: FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position holder serves as Probation Officer for the Adult Supervision Division within Clark County Probation and Supervision. Position holder is responsible for supervising and reporting status of offenders placed on probation and investigating social and criminal histories in order to prepare written reports and recommendations for the Courts.

DUTIES:

Conduct initial evaluation of probationers via interviews and review of written records to determine appropriate program for restitution, education and/or treatment. Make referrals to appropriate programs as needed and monitor progress.

Attend regular staff meetings and confer with Division Chief for case consultations, review of documents and reports, and other work-related issues. Testify in Court as required and attend relevant hearings.

Maintain probation caseload for adult offenders to include: interviewing offenders and preparing reports and recommendations for the Court; supervising offender; providing regular urinalysis testing; monitoring fee collections, payments of restitution, and community service; keeping accurate case notes and paperwork; assisting victims; attending relevant hearings; performing related duties as needed or assigned.

Maintain probation computer and paper files including summaries of intake interviews, treatment, and/or education information. Reviews all paperwork completed by the probationer to verify accuracy of information. Prepare reports and recommendations required by the Court, Department, and Division.

Attend training seminars, annual state probation officer conference and other professional development workshops, training, and education as required or needed to maintain certification and remain current in new developments in the field of probation.

Perform additional related duties as assigned and/or required by law.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor degree from accredited college or university.

State certification as probation officer and continuing completion of all certification requirements.

Working knowledge of standard computer software programs, applications, county computer system and state mandated applications.

Ability to operate standard office equipment such as copier, fax machine, computer, printer, scanner and other necessary equipment.

Ability to effectively interview, investigate, and work with clients to assure proper completion of all probation requirements.

Ability to effectively resolve emergency/crisis situations and take appropriate action as required.

Complete knowledge of all local, state and federal laws applicable to probation operations, with ability to apply and enforce regulations as needed.

Complete knowledge of standard policies and practices of Clark County legal process and probation office and to follow these policies, rules and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of treatment programs and services available to clients from other government, social and private agencies.

Ability to effectively work with clients and cooperate and communicate with department employees, personnel and officials from a wide variety of government departments and social agencies, and members of the general public. All communication with probationers, other staff, and agencies shall be carried out in a courteous and professional manner.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all department records and information.

Ability to effectively perform all essential duties of the job to include the ability to access residences and work sites of probationers.

Must possess a legal driver's license.

Ability to follow all personnel policies and rules of the organization.

Sensitive issues such as liability concerns and publicized and/or controversial situations are to be discussed the Division Chief first and if necessary the Courts.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Position holder performs duties in a standard office environment, homes, work sites and in the community in general with no unusual physical demands. Incumbent has some contact with emotionally distraught, chemically dependent and potentially dangerous and/or violent clients.

WORK COMPLEXITY:

Position holder performs case-related probation officer duties in accordance with legal requirements and generally applicable guidelines, exercising judgment to effectively assess, evaluate and work with clients to assure satisfactory completion of all program requirements. Position holder's work involves a wide variety of duties involving both general and individual circumstances and often requiring careful, detailed consideration of complex situations and choices. Duties such as assessing human needs, behaviors and social problems require the most judgment and adaptation of the position holder's guidelines such as Department Policy and Procedures.

Clark County Government is an "Equal Opportunity Employer"