Assistant Chief Probation Officer

Clark County Government•Jeffersonville, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Position holder serves as the Assistant Chief Probation Officer of Clark County Probation and Community Corrections and is responsible for recommending policy, budgeting, planning and reporting to the Chief Probation Officer and for the completion of State and Department statistical reports.

Requirements

Bachelor degree from accredited college or university.
State certification as probation officer and continuing completion of all certification requirements.
Thorough knowledge of all local, state and federal laws applicable to probation operations with ability to apply and enforce regulations as needed.
Thorough knowledge of standard policies and practices of the Clark County legal process and Probation Office with ability to effectively develop and implement applicable policies, procedures and new programs.
Thorough knowledge of treatment programs and services available to clients from other government, social, and private agencies, with ability to assist staff in maintaining/facilitating client referrals as appropriate.
Ability to effectively supervise staff to include ability to evaluate performance, provide corrective instruction, and coordinate staff development needs.
Ability to effectively resolve emergency/crisis situations and take appropriate action as required.
Ability to effectively utilize technology and computers to prepare and administer budgets and related financial projections and to prepare statistical, financial and related progress reports as directed.
Ability to work effectively with clients and cooperate and communicate with division employees, personnel and officials from a wide variety of government departments, social agencies, and members of the general public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.
Ability to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all department and division records and information according to state requirements.
Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons.
Possession of a valid driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

Responsibilities

Interview new candidates as needed and make hiring recommendations to the Chief Probation Officer.
Recommend changes to Department policy to achieve improved service delivery and/or meet statutory requirements.
Prepare the Annual Operations Report to meet the required probation standard.
Prepare quarterly adult statistical reports for the IOCS.
Serve as the Quality Assurance Supervisor for the Department and conduct program fidelity and case audits, track officer training hours and exit surveys.
Monitor Department caseloads and financial collections and prepare monthly reports showing trends over time.
Monitor Department operations and changes in legal requirements and related court operations, recommending revisions in policies, practices and standard procedures as appropriate.
Respond to inquiries from the general public regarding the Department in the absence of the Chief Probation Officer.
Provide information and resolve problems as needed.
Prepare and maintain job descriptions for each employee of the Probation Department.
Make recommendations to the Chief Probation Officer regarding structure, personnel, and operational issues.
Research and consult a variety of legal codes and reference manuals; monitor changes and new developments and offer re-training of staff and revision of procedures accordingly.
Attend meetings, serve on committees, and/or maintain frequent communication with a broad range of local, state, and/or federal departments and agencies for a wide variety of purposes.
Respond to emergency calls on a 24 hour basis.
Attend annual State Probation Officer's Conference and complete other professional development workshops, training and education as required.
Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Chief Probation Officer, Board of Judges and/or as required by law.