Probation Supervisor

State of Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance (short/long term)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flex Spending or Health Savings (FSA/H

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick leave

Training and CE credits

Bilingual pay

Job summary

State of Nebraska in Omaha, NE seeks a Probation Supervisor responsible for managing, training and supervising a probation unit within the district field service division. The role involves overseeing staff, conducting reports and case reviews, and coordinating with community providers in alignment with policy and procedures.

The position emphasizes leadership, adherence to standards, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, Criminal Justice or directly related field.
• 7 years’ experience working in a probation system or related organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise probation unit staff and manage day-to-day operations.
• Conduct presentence/predisposition reports and supervise active caseload.
• Train staff in supervision and offender investigations.
• Review case plans and ensure compliance with standards.
• Perform field and home visits for assessment.

Skills

Customer service

Supervisory

Interviews

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services or related field

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00029832 Probation Supervisor (Open)

Job Description

District 4A- Adult Supervisor

** The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position. **

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency: Supreme Court - Agency 5

Location: Omaha, NE

Hiring Rate: $31.969

Applications No Longer Accepted On

10-28-2026

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 Security

• 156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan
• FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy
• Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase

Paid Time Off & Leave

• 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave and Funeral/Bereavement leave

Professional Growth

• Paid training to develop your skills
• Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications
• Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch Education
• Opportunity for bilingual pay

Job 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, NE

Travel 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 Duties

• 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.
• 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.
• Conducts presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervise an active caseload in accordance with system rules and regulations.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in social services, Criminal Justice or directly related field AND
• Experience: 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 Requirements

Incumbents may be subjected to environmental threats, odors, dusts, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and travel.

Benefits

We 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#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The 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.