Probation Officer - Adult Probation

Bannock County•Pocatello, ID

1d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Manages a caseload of defendants to determine compliance with Court-ordered terms of probation; performs related work as required. The principal function of an employee in this class is to supervise a caseload of offenders to monitor compliance with court ordered terms of probation for the protection of the community. Work includes referring defendants to appropriate mental health and substance evaluations and treatment as required, monitoring compliance with court orders and sentencing requirements, compiling and maintaining case files, recommending further conditions of probation, or initiating petitions to revoke probation. The work is performed under the supervision of the Court Services Director, but considerable latitude is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment that includes exposure to potential personal danger.

Requirements

Knowledge of human and criminal behavior
Knowledge of interviewing, counseling, and investigative techniques applicable to case monitoring
Knowledge of Idaho and County statutes, laws, codes, and regulations governing arrest, detention, and probation
Knowledge of drugs, alcohol, and their corresponding psychological and physiological effects on the human body
Knowledge of criminal court practices, terminology, and procedures
Knowledge of Departmental programs, policies, procedures, and operations as applied to the work performed
Knowledge of various evaluation and treatment programs, social and service agencies, and other community resources available to defendants
Knowledge of teaching and presentation skills
Knowledge of file and information management methods and procedures
Knowledge of operation of standard office equipment, including a personal computer
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and cash handling procedures and methods
Ability to gather and analyze facts and evidence and draw logical and objective conclusions
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful, volatile, and hostile situations
Ability to compile pertinent data and prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned defendants, service providers, supervisors, other County employees, defense and prosecuting attorneys, the public, and other County and state agencies
Ability to respond to citizen requests in a courteous and effective manner
Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions
Ability to make sound and reasonable decisions in accordance with laws, codes, regulations, and established procedures
Ability to receive and maintain BAC certifications for specialized equipment
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer and applications appropriate to assigned duties
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to operate specialized equipment such as electronic monitoring, alcohol detection, and personal defense devices
Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines
Ability to perform multiple tasks, including handling interruptions, and return to and complete tasks in a timely manner (multi-tasking)
Ability to perform time management and scheduling functions, meet deadlines, and set project priorities
Ability to maintain defendant and Department confidentiality required by Federal and local laws
Ability to demonstrate integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and by telephone
Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review and prepare a variety of written and text materials
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment, a personal computer, and operate a motor vehicle
Sufficient personal mobility, agility, flexibility, and physical strength and reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee work in an office environment, lift up to 50 pounds, and restrain an individual in custody

Nice To Haves

College degree in criminal justice, behavioral or social sciences, or related field is preferred
Two (2) to three (3) years experience in probation monitoring, social service, law enforcement, or court-related behavioral services is preferred
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work

Responsibilities

Manages an assigned caseload of offenders on supervised probation
Establishes and maintains a case file on each offender, scheduling appointments for established periodic home visits, phone contacts, employment, and/or record checks
Supervises individual offenders for compliance with court orders and sentence requirements
Prepares referrals for mental health, counseling, substance abuse, Domestic Abuse Evaluations, or other evaluations and treatments and monitors attendance at and progress of treatment
Conducts investigations to determine offender adherence to court-ordered conditions
Receives and reviews monthly or other periodic reports from treatment providers on offenders and takes appropriate remedial actions as necessary
Monitors restitution and fine payment schedules
Administers drug and alcohol testing
Monitors Costs of probation and other fees
Recommends further conditions, initiates affidavit to revoke, or petitions for early termination of probation
Monitors court dockets and calendars and runs record checks to determine additional offenses
Issues arrest warrants for violators and takes violators into custody
Attends Court and evidentiary hearings; presents recommendations and/or testimony on violations and sentencing
Performs LSI, GAIN, and other professional evaluations for diversionary courts and other treatment processes
Documents and maintains records of all contacts with defendants
Monitors unsupervised probation files
Prepares monthly or other periodic statistical report
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County and Court policies, procedures, and safety practices
Assists other Department personnel as requested
Teaches and assists the SHARE coordinator with after care classes and in-jail "Breaking Barriers"
May teach a variety of classes for Court Services including, but not limited to, Parenting with Love and Logic and Parenting with Dignity
Performs other related duties as required