Probation Officer: Court Services & Community Impact

City of Auburn, WA; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision plans

Pension plans

Paid vacation

Holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

The City of Auburn, WA is seeking two Probation Officers to join the Auburn Municipal Court's Probation Services Division. You will manage caseloads, conduct assessments, and administer court-ordered programs while promoting public safety and accountability within the community.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of probation/corrections experience, with strong communication and de-escalation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, behavioral science, law enforcement, or other closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in probation, corrections, court services, criminal justice, social services, or case management.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload and conducts intake, classification, risk/needs assessments, reassessments, and case planning consistent with court orders, applicable standards, and departmental procedures.
• Outreach to treatment facilities and other interventions to ensure accurate reporting to the court.
• Administer and monitor alternatives to incarceration and other court-authorized programs as assigned, which may include community service, electronic monitoring, day reporting, therapeutic or behavioral programming, and other sentencing alternatives.
• Administer compliance tools such as drug testing and preliminary breath tests.
• Appear and testify in court as required; presents case information, documentation, professional assessments, and recommendations to judges, attorneys, and other authorized court participants.

Skills

Self-starting

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Writing skills

Accountability and integrity

De-escalation

Defendant education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

The City of Auburn, WA is seeking two Probation Officers to join the Auburn Municipal Court's Probation Services Division. You will manage caseloads, conduct assessments, and administer court-ordered programs while promoting public safety and accountability within the community.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of probation/corrections experience, with strong communication and de-escalation skills.