Adult Probation Program Coordinator - Adult Probation (0926)

Coconino County•Flagstaff, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate to considerable difficulty in assigning and placing probationers with completing court-ordered community service. Develops and implements department programming, community restitution programs, placements, and projects. The Coconino County Adult Probation Department's mission is to create a safer community by reducing the number of future crimes and victims through individualized programming and supervision. This includes cognitive-behavioral education, restorative justice, community involvement, effective supervision methods, and measurable outcomes. The Coconino County Pretrial Mission is to maximize court appearance, public safety, and effective release practices. This position requires a flexible schedule that includes night, weekend, and holiday hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field; and one year of experience in employment placement, a social services program or a related field OR Associate degree in human services or related field and two years of experience in employment placement, a social services program or a related field OR Three years of experience in employment placement, a social services program or a related field OR Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age.
Must successfully pass an extensive background investigation, fingerprinting, criminal history check, urinalysis screening, and driving records check through the Motor Vehicles Division.
Must complete a minimum of 16 hours of on-going education within the judicial system certified by the Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET) annually.
Public program planning, development and management
Community resources and public programs
Principles and practices of effective supervision
Principles of human behavior and family dynamics
Culturally diverse populations
Professional community education and training techniques
Volunteer recruitment
Criminal justice system and community resources
Principles, practices and techniques of probation services, intensive and court reports
Principles and practices of the probation system and the Court system
Principles of case management
Principles of community relations
Principles and practices of effective supervision
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with a culturally diverse client population and various socioeconomic groups
Evaluating program outcomes and developing appropriate solutions to problems – OR - Analyzing programs and services and structuring improvements
Organizing resources and establishing priorities
Interpreting, implementing and maintaining a program
Administering supervision and discipline in a fair and considerate manner
Addressing and motivating the public and professional groups
Managing contracts
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, community groups and other agencies and the public
Working safely and supporting the culture of workplace safety
Following written and verbal instructions
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and administers designated court program(s) (to include, but not limited to Community Restitution Program and MRT Programming, Internship Program)
Develops and conducts Restitution and/or training programs (to include but not limited to Young Adult Skills Development, Life Skills and Job Development Programming, and Arts Programming)
Coordinates and collaborates with community-based organizations, public agencies, coalitions, schools and other appropriate facilities to build and implement programs
Builds and sustains positive relationships to represent Adult Probation in the community for purposes of collaborating and supporting initiatives involving Probation and related issues
Prepares and disseminates informational program materials
May participate in the recruitment of volunteers, practicum students and interns
May supervise and train student employees, interns and/or volunteers
Prepares and maintains records and reports
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Coordinates the Community Service Restitution, which involves assigning probationers to department CSR Work Crew or other agencies to perform hours in accordance with their court order.