Probation Officer - 86th District Court

Grand Traverse County; Traverse City (MI); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Vision plan

Dental insurance

Wellness programs

Vacation days

Holidays and floating holidays

Personal leave

Parental leave

Retirement plan (MERS)

Résumé du poste

Grand Traverse County is seeking a Probation Officer to manage caseloads, explain sentencing, and monitor probation compliance in the up-north community. The role may involve irregular hours and travel in the employee’s own vehicle.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, assisting in court proceedings, and coordinating with community rehabilitation programs. A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement or related human services field.
• Two years professional experience as a Probation Officer or in a related field.

Responsabilités

• Manage probation caseloads to rehabilitate offenders and reduce recidivism.
• Explain sentencing and probation requirements to individuals.
• Monitor compliance with probation terms and prepare pre-sentence reports.
• Participate in court-related activities and prepare court documents.

Connaissances

Case management

Court testimony

Communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Two years probation officer/related experience

Description du poste

_Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community. We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government. We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees. Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off._Job Description:Primary functions of the job are to manage probation caseloads in order to rehabilitate probationers and reduce recidivism of adults, explain sentencing and probation requirements, monitor compliance with probation terms, and conduct pre-sentence investigations and assessments to make recommendations to the Judge.Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to successfully perform all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.This position may require irregular hours. It may also require travel by the employee in the employee’s own vehicle.*PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *_(may include but are not limited to the following)_* Provides case management of individuals on probation to ensure public safety and attempt to rehabilitate probationers to reduce recidivism* Writes dispositional reports containing necessary information to determine appropriate course of action for individuals on probation* Investigates the background of persons awaiting sentencing on District Court convictions, including analyzing probationer’s health/employment/psychological history/emotional status and his/her potential risk factors, and other pre-sentence information to make recommendations to the Judge based on findings* Monitors compliance with probation terms and conditions of probationers* Prepares pre-sentence investigation reports/bench warrants and petitions* May provide probationers with guidance and counsel on a variety of social issues and refers clients to community rehabilitation programs designed to assist those with drug, alcohol, emotional, occupational, or housing problems* Prepares progress reports, probation violation reports and other related reports and makes recommendations for probation termination* Participates in court related activities, including preparing documents/files for court, testifying, and performing other applicable courtroom activities* May participate in and collaborate with a variety of committees, professional associations, boards, and/or other related groups* May be required to administer a PBT (portable breath test) to court clients* May analyze and prepare reports for applicable committees, Commissioners, Judges, Deputy Court Administrator and Court Administrator and processes, compiles, inputs data utilizing the applicable software within the established procedures* May perform home visits, including breath testing and residence searches* Actively participates in review hearings with probationers, team members and Judges*EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE *_(minimum requirements)_* _Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement or a related human services field_* Two years professional experience as a Probation Officer or in a related field*CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES** Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan Operators License and personal auto insurance and maintain eligibility to drive as per the County’s Vehicle policy*BENEFITS** Medical: The County offers employees a high-deductible plan through Priority Health. To help cover the cost of the deductible, Grand Traverse County will deposit a contribution amount up to $2,000 into an employee Health Savings Account every year. You may also direct deposit funds into this account every pay period.* Vision: The County provides a no cost plan for employees. We also offer an enhanced plan through EyeMed.* Dental: Our dental insurance provider is Delta Dental. You will pay no costs or premium for diagnostic and cleaning services.* Wellness: Grand Traverse County is committed to creating a culture of health. We provide a variety of incentives and programs that allow you to live a healthy lifestyle.* Employee Recognition: We highly value our employees, which we show by providing our employees awards and recognition throughout the year, and on anniversary dates.* Tuition Reimbursement: Employees are reimbursed up to $5,250 annually for enrollment in courses at an accredited college, university, or trade school.* Vacation: Grand Traverse County provides a generous amount of vacation days to benefitted employees so you can spend time with family and friends.* Holidays: The County gives you 12 days a year to celebrate holidays. Beyond these 12 days, you will receive additional floating holidays to use at your discretion.* Personal Leave: Employees receive up to 72 hours annually depending on contract, to use for appointments, take care of family needs and other personal reasons. Employees are paid every year for unused personal leave up to 40 hours.* Parental Leave: Employees may take up to 6 months of leave to begin at birth or date of adoption of their child.* Retirement: Grand Traverse County offers a defined contribution through MERS. The plan includes a generous match that fully vests after 6 years of employment.* *457(b) Retirement Plans: *The County also offers optional 457(b) deferred compensation and Roth retirement plans with matching contributions up to an approved amount, based on applicable contract provisions.* Life Insurance: Benefitted employees automatically receive life insurance.* Short Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays two thirds of your salary or wages for a maximum of 182 days.* Long Term Disability: The County provides a plan through Mutual of Omaha, which pays 60 percent of your salary or wages for a maximum of 24 months.Work Location: In person