First Assistant Chief Probation Officer - BMC Central

Massachusetts Trial Court•Boston, MA

2d•$105,664 - $154,318

About The Position

Serves as a member of the local probation department leadership team and assists the Chief Probation Officer with supervising and training probation staff. The role includes assigning work, ensuring procedural compliance with probation standards, and providing staff with feedback, support, training, and coaching. Serves as department head as required when the Chief Probation Officer is absent. Works under the direction of the Chief Probation Officer or their designee and serves as a supervisor. Operates under general direction, with long-term impact on the organization. Work is frequently performed in office or similar indoor environments, outdoor environments, and in the community. The position involves frequent exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate and individuals with known violent backgrounds. It requires light work, involving exertion of up to 20 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently. The position is designated as part of the NAGE bargaining unit. The stated starting pay is $105,664, with a salary range of $105,664 to $154,318.06. New hires must start at the entry-level rate under the collective bargaining agreement; pay may advance within the salary band under the CBA/MOU. Applicants must have taken and passed the 2026 FACPO/CPO promotional exam to be eligible, unless they are current Chief Probation Officers with the Massachusetts Probation Service. Applicants must upload a current resume during the application process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Three years of work experience as an Assistant Chief Probation Officer.
Must have taken and passed the 2026 FACPO/CPO promotional exam to be eligible, unless currently a Chief Probation Officer with the Massachusetts Probation Service.
Knowledge of modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software.
Knowledge of departmental and court policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Case Management Systems.
Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision.
Knowledge of MPS Policies and Standards and Trial Court Standards.
Knowledge of union contracts and HR policies and procedures.
Knowledge of assessments and skill-building processes.
Knowledge of community resources.
Skill in organization and time management, leadership, attention to detail, and critical thinking.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with others; prepare clear and accurate reports; maintain appropriate records and confidentiality; travel as needed for community supervision or field work; communicate effectively orally and in writing; work independently and follow oral and written instructions; and develop training.
Must upload a current resume to the applicant profile during the application process.

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned personnel by assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and participating in and providing substantive input for performance evaluations.
Ensure supervision cases and reports comply with probation standards.
Review and approve time and attendance requests, training requests, holiday and vacation leave, and time in SSTA.
Facilitate and participate in meetings to ensure compliance with standards, discuss barriers and goals, and devise plans.
Assess training needs, facilitate onboarding, and provide approved training in collaboration with the MPS Training Division to ensure compliance with training requirements.
Discipline employees as appropriate, with the Chief Probation Officer's approval, up to letters of warning and reprimand.
Testify at disciplinary hearings, grievance hearings, arbitrations, or other forums on cases as required.
Perform duties of lower-level probation officer positions as needed.
Perform other duties as required.
Assist the Chief Probation Officer with supervising and training probation staff and serve as department head when the Chief Probation Officer is absent.