Probation Officer I

pimacounty; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CORP retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid parental leave

Short-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pimacounty is seeking an Adult Probation Officer to supervise caseloads, interview probationers, and conduct investigations in alignment with evidence-based practices. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and compliance with court directions.

The position emphasizes integrity, empathy, and strong communication to promote community safety and positive behavioral change. Training and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Be a United States citizen or legal resident.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Have a bachelor's degree with a preference in the behavioral sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Be a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years.
• Complete background/reference checks, interviews, polygraph and/or drug testing, and pre- employment psychological examinations.
• Must successfully complete 40-hour Defensive Tactics Training Academy as soon as practical, but no later than 120 days from the date of employment.
• Must demonstrate , by proficiency testing, competency and understanding of the physical and verbal techniques and tactics presented at the Defensive Tactics Training Academy.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) hours of defensive tactics refresher training on an annual basis.
• Must maintain certificate of successful completion of defensive tactics training.
• Must successfully complete the Probation Certification Academy and Intensive Probation Institute, if assigned, within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
• Must submit to a medical examination required by Corrections Officer Retirement Plan.

Responsibilities

• Supervise caseloads of assigned probationers.
• Meet with probationers at their homes or workplaces.
• Conduct interviews and social or pre-sentence investigations.
• Evaluate probationers' progress.
• Perform searches and make arrests.
• Adhere to the safety-sensitive requirements of this role.

Skills

Communication skills

Integrity

Empathy

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Probation officers provide casework services to probationers at the direction of the Superior Court under the provisions of evidence-based practices and consistent with the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration.

The duties of a probation officer include supervising the caseloads of assigned probationers, meeting with probationers in their homes or at their places of work, conducting interviews and social or pre-sentence investigations, evaluating probationers' progress, performing searches, and making arrests.

Because probationers under Court supervision are convicted felons and/or persons with domestic violence convictions, these job duties expose the probation officers to a risk of being assaulted by probationers, family members and others in proximity to the probationers.

As a result, the probation officer position is designated as a safety-sensitive position in accordance with ACJA § 6-106(A) and ACJA § 6- 107(A). All probation officers must "demonstrate, by proficiency testing, competency and understanding of the physical and verbal techniques and tactics presented at the defensive tactics training academy." ACJA § 6-107(G)(1)(b). The proficiency testing is based upon whether they can perform the skills or tactics (or comparable alternatives) necessary for self-defense.

Hiring Rate: $25.90 Hourly

Some positions contain shift work and are eligible for evening or night differential. Assignments are determined based on the needs of the department.

This is a classified position that reports to a Probation Officer III. Incumbents perform duties under general supervision and do not have direct supervisory responsibilities for other employees.

Do you have the qualities of an Adult Probation Officer?

Our mission is to serve the court, to actively promote community safety, to facilitate positive behavioral change in probationers and to respect victim rights. In performing our mission, we recognize that employees are our most valuable resource, and we hold these essential core values: Integrity, Fairness, Respect, Compassion, Accountability, Creativity, Excellence.

Are you:

• Accountable for your actions and uphold strong moral principles?
• Someone that interacts well with others? Do you have the patience and empathy to support community members as they work on making positive changes in their lives?
• Someone who has good communication skills? Active listening, respect, and clarity are all expected from a probation officer. This includes both written and oral communication.
• Able to prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines? Being organized and efficient is key to being a successful probation officer. Candidates will be faced with multiple responsibilities throughout the day.

Exceptional benefits

• Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)
• 15 paid vacation days, 12 holidays, and 15 days of sick leave
• 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Employer-paid Short -term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement $5,250 per year
• Health Wellness discount program
• Mental and Behavioral Health Benefits
• Paid Training with Advancement Opportunities
• Upon yearly anniversary, 56 hours of sick time accrued, less usage, may be rolled over to vacation time.

What We're Looking For:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be a United States citizen or legal resident.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Have a bachelor's degree with a preference in the behavioral sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Be a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years.
• Complete background/reference checks, interviews, polygraph and/or drug testing, and pre- employment psychological examinations.
• Must successfully complete 40-hour Defensive Tactics Training Academy as soon as practical, but no later than 120 days from the date of employment [see ACJA 6-107(G)].
• Must demonstrate , by proficiency testing, competency and understanding of the physical and verbal techniques and tactics presented at the Defensive Tactics Training Academy.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) hours of defensive tactics refresher training on an annual basis.
• Must maintain certificate of successful completion of defensive tactics training.
• Must successfully complete the Probation Certification Academy and Intensive Probation Institute, if assigned, within the first twelve (12) months of employment [see ACJA 6- 107(F)].
• Must submit to a medical examination required by Corrections Officer Retirement Plan.

Important Notice Regarding Multiple Applications:

Once a candidate formally accepts a job offer with Superior Court, Juvenile Court, or Justice Court, all other active applications within these courts will be inactivated.

Essential Functions:

Performs closely structured supervision and observation concerning compliance with conditions of probation,