Probation Officer (Juvenile Court)

DESCRIPTION

The Union County Probate and Juvenile Court Judge is now hiring a full-time Probation Officer to assist with Juvenile Court probation matters. Under administrative direction of the Court Administrator/Chief Probation Officer, the Probation Officer assists in program facilitation and implementation of activities and programs of county probation department; provides case management and supervision over assigned youth and/ or adults; oversees compliance and implements appropriate sanctions and rewards when necessary; serves as a point of contact for each assigned youth and/or adult; attends court hearings to observe and testify when required; investigates background of current or previous offenders and writes related reports and violations when applicable; schedules frequent visits/meetings as defined in the case contact standards; conducts individualized drug and/or alcohol screenings; acts as a liaison between the Court, Community Resources, Children Services Personnel, Treatment Providers, Schools, Law Enforcement, etc. The selected individual must also be capable of passing a comprehensive pre-employment background investigation.

If you meet the requirements below and are interested in joining the caring and dedicated Probate and Juvenile Divisions team, we encourage you to apply by the application deadline!

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field; one (1) or more years of experience in criminal justice, corrections, law enforcement, social service, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is a non-exempt, unclassified position that serves at the pleasure of the Judge of the Union County Court of Common Pleas, Juvenile and Probate Divisions.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license and maintain insurability under the county's vehicle insurance policy. Must possess or be able to obtain necessary licensure or certification to allow for carrying of any safety related equipment including but not limited to, tasers and pepper spray. Must possess and maintain certification for the use of Ohio Courts Network.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Motor vehicle, electronic monitoring equipment; taser; pepper spray; radio; restraint devices (i.e. handcuffs); drug and/or alcohol testing equipment; personal computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, printer, calculator, and other standard office equipment.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; uses or works in proximity to the use of firearms; has exposure to potentially vicious animals; has exposure to needles and other drug paraphernalia; has exposure to Hepatitis C and other such diseases; has exposure to second hand smoke; works in or around crowds; ascends and/or descends stairs; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; has to work irregular hours.
Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of: county, department, and unit goals and objectives*; county, department, and unit policies and procedures*; personnel rules and regulations; government structure and process; public relations; legal terminology; office practices and procedures; English grammar and spelling; case management; criminal justice; probation work methods and philosophies*; social work or social behavioral sciences; counseling; available community resources*; court policies and procedures*; court system structure and process*; probation case management; interviewing; safety practices and procedures; federal, state, and local laws; investigation techniques; courtroom procedures.

Skill in: crisis de-escalation, conflict resolution, telephone console operation; word processing; computer operation; use of modern office equipment; motor vehicle operation.

Ability to: carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form; deal with problems involving variables within familiar and unfamiliar context; use proper research methods to gather data; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; subdue and/or restrain youth and/or adults; resolve complaints/conflict; add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers; exercise independent judgment and discretion; prepare accurate documentation; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; communicate effectively; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communication; work alone on most tasks; lift file boxes; handle sensitive communication with officials and general public; travel to and gain access to work site; develop and maintain effective working relationships; perform job safely.