Juv Probation Officer III

Bell County - Texas • Temple, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

Requirements

• Requires Bachelor’s degree in Social Services or related major
• Three (3) years of experience in corrections, counseling, sociology or closely related experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Requires Juvenile Probation Officer certification.
• Requires Handle with Care Certification.
• Requires CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Requires TAC Cybersecurity Awareness Training to be completed after employment

Responsibilities

• Collects victim information from intake referrals, will maintain files on the current status of cases and notify victims of restitution procedures.
• Advises victims concerning their rights, notifying victims of upcoming hearings, and maintaining statistical data.
• Works with the County Attorney's office and the Court by providing them with information regarding the victim ("Victim Impact Statement" information on how the crime affected the victim and the family and restitution).
• Ensures compliance, to include providing technical assistance and monitoring of department documentation for adherence to state and federal standards.
• Serves as the Data Coordinator for the department.
• Serves as the department liaison to the county IT department and coordinates department technological implementation.
• Compiles monthly and annual statistical reports regarding department data.
• Retrieving updates on victims and court dates for the County attorney's Office and victims.
• Testifies in court hearings and provide documentation & reports to the court.
• Detains youth who are not in compliance with their terms/conditions by placing them in mechanical restraints (handcuffs, leg irons, etc.) and transporting them to detention.
• Sending adequate documentation to detention staff and court.
• Serves as an administrative officer for the department Boy Scouts of America Troop.
• Performs related work as required.

Benefits

• Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.
• Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior