Probation Supervisor

State of Nebraska; Omaha (NE); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 73.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

EAP (employee assistance program)

Descripción de la vacante

State of Nebraska in Omaha, NE seeks a Probation Supervisor to manage and supervise a specialized probation unit, ensure adherence to standards, and oversee case planning and staff performance. The role involves training staff, conducting reports, and coordinating with treatment providers.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in social services or related field and at least seven years in probation. It includes travel within the district, regular daytime hours, with on-call requirements for

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, Criminal Justice or directly related field is required.
• 7 years’ experience in probation or related area expected.
• Knowledge of criminal justice system, laws and court procedures required.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise probation unit staff and assign work.
• Direct day-to-day probation operations and ensure policy compliance.
• Conduct presentence/predisposition work and supervise active caseload.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Performance evaluation

Interviewing

Record keeping

De-escalation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field

Herramientas

Case management software

Descripción del empleo

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Supreme Court - Agency 5Location:Omaha, NEHiring Rate:$31.969Job Posting:JR2026-00029832 Probation Supervisor (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):10-28-2026Job Description:District 4A- Adult Supervisor** The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position. **The Judicial Branch offers: Health & Wellness 79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchase Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA )Financial Security156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement planFREE $20,000 Life Insurance PolicyOptional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchasePaid Time Off & Leave13 paid holidays annuallyPaid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediatelyMilitary leave and Funeral/Bereavement leaveProfessional GrowthPaid training to develop your skillsFree continuing education credits to maintain professional certificationsAccess to specialized courses through Judicial Branch EducationOpportunity for bilingual payJob Description:This classification level is responsible for managing, training and supervising daily activities and employees within a specialized unit, district field service division. Responsibilities may include supervising assigned unit probation officer staff; conducting presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervising an active caseload in accordance with rules and standards; assisting in completing case file reviews; supervise/review case plans to ensure tracking and management of goals; working with treatment providers within the community; supervising the investigation of violations and discussing sanctions; monitor the conduct of cognitive group therapy meetings; supervise the conducting of drug tests; review prepared probationer progress reports; arresting or detaining probationers per statute; performing field and home visits for assessment and reassessment.Location: 1821 N 73 St, Omaha, NETravel Expectations:Regular travel within the district to conduct community visits and support operations as part of our commitment to active community supervision.Occasional regional travel for orientation, training, and educational workshops.Work Schedule: Core hours are Monday–Friday daytime. As part of our 24/7 commitment to community safety, occasional on-call, evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.Salary and Compensation:Starting Salary: $66,495.95 annually (Hiring Rate).Immediate Growth*: Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period.Starting Rate Flexibility: Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval.*Please Note: Candidates approved to start above the Hiring Rate (at or above the Minimum Permanent rate) are not eligible for the 2.5% post-probation increase.Future Increases: Annual cost-of-living adjustments (applied on July 1) are subject to State Legislature approval.Job Duties1. Supervises assigned probation unit staff to include planning, prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; coordinating staff training; and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures.2. Manages and directs day-to-day probation operations and functions for the assigned specialized unit; ensures conformance to work standards, operating procedures, and system policies.3. Conducts presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervise an active caseload in accordance with system rules and regulations.4. Trains probation staff within a specialized unit, district field service division or satellite office, in practices, policies and procedures associated with the supervision and investigation of offenders, and monitor their compliance with system standards.5. Evaluates lower-level staff case plans and intervention strategies; ensures a standard of quality and compliance in approved strategies; provides guidance to lower-level staff regarding challenging or unique cases.6. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in social services, Criminal Justice or directly related field ANDExperience: 7 years’ experience working in a probation system or related organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Note: An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be accepted.All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.Knowledge:Customer service principles.Supervisory principles.Criminal Justice system, laws, legal codes, and court procedures.Interview and Assessment procedures and practices.Intervention policies and procedures.Signs of various forms of abuse, mental health issues, or neglect.Crisis intervention techniques.Document review techniques.Computers and related software applications.Skills:Providing customer service.Evaluating work for quality, accuracy, and completion.Cognitive restructuring.Performing interviews.Maintaining records and files.Utilizing probation and protective techniques.Demonstrated ability to analyze complex, ambiguous information and make sound, evidence-based decisions.Proven capacity to exercise independent judgment in situations that may significantly affect individual liberty, child safety, or family stability.Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective when interacting with individuals who may be distressed, resistant, or adversarial.Skill in verbal de-escalation, conflict resolution, and maintaining control of challenging situations.Capacity to engage in physical intervention, including physical contact, in accordance with training and safety protocols.Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations.Preparing activity reports and updating databases.Operating computers and applicable software applications.Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.Physical RequirementsIncumbents may be subjected to environmental threats, odors, dusts, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and travel.Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementThe State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.