Adult Probation Officer I (Part Time)

County Of Lehigh Pennsylvania•Allentown, PA

About The Position

The Adult Probation Officer I is responsible for a combination of law enforcement and social service work supervising and guiding adult offenders on probation and parole while protecting the community. A position in this class provides legal accountability through enforcement, intervention and redirection as required/needed. Work includes investigating backgrounds; gathering information from victims and witnesses; determining assistance needed by the offender; and preparing a treatment/supervision plan for each offender.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Complete presentence investigations by gathering information through interviews with defendants, victims, families, employers, police departments, etc.
Conduct field, office, phone and video contacts with individuals on supervision.
Refer individuals on supervision to the appropriate programs/services/interventions, sets goals and assesses progress.
Utilize an assessment tool to develop treatment/supervision plans.
Maintain organized, comprehensive and accurate case notes.
Attend and testify in revocation/violation and other court hearings in order to make recommendations and provide input pertaining to an individual's supervision.
Serve warrants, make arrests, assist on transports, conduct searches and confiscate controlled substances and contraband.
Perform urinalysis and breathalyzer testing as needed.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Work collaboratively and maintain written and verbal contact with service providers, attorneys and collateral contacts.
Participate in committees and enhance community partnerships.
Attend seminars, meetings and conferences to expand knowledge and expertise in the field.
Answer inquiries from the public, and other Court and County offices regarding policies and procedures of the department.
Perform other related work as required.