Probation Officer / Probation Officer - Bilingual (Spanish & English) (Multiple Divisions/Locations)

New Jersey Courts • Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage (Multiple Locations), NJ

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work. The Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage is seeking highly motivated, detail-oriented candidates with excellent interpersonal, communication, customer service, case management, and technical skills for Probation Officer/Probation Officer-Bilingual (Spanish & English) positions in our Criminal, Family, and Probation Divisions. We are looking for self-starters interested in making a difference. Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (Division Manager), Court Executive 1b (Assistant Division Manager), or their designees, the selected candidate will regularly interact with judges, stakeholders, court users, members of the public, and court staff. Selected candidates must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any area, which includes or is supplemented by 24 credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences.
• Applicants who are approaching their anticipated graduation date may apply. If selected, the applicant must complete their degree no later than their start date.
• Applicants are required to submit a photocopy of their transcript at the time of application. If selected, an official college or university transcript is required prior to start date.
• Candidates selected to serve in a bilingual variant title must pass the New Jersey Civil Service Commission Bilingual Communicative Ability Test (BICAT) performance examination or provide proof of having established bilingual proficiency with the New Jersey Civil Service Commission.
• US citizenship is not required.
• Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.
• Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting.
• In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.
• Applicants must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position.
• Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience.
• Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be aware travel within the multi-county Vicinage may be required.
• The selected candidate may be expected to be on call after hours on a rotating basis with their peers.
• The selected candidate may be required to work evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and/or holidays.
• For some positions, applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching to perform the essential duties of the position.
• For some positions, the selected candidate must be able to frequently lift and carry supplies weighing from 30 to 50 pounds and, occasionally, materials weighing up to 75 pounds, in order to perform essential duties of the position.
• Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
• Are you a veteran? If so, please indicate this information in your cover letter and/or resume.

Responsibilities

• Annotate calendars and maintain records and files both electronically and manually.
• Prepare court orders.
• Monitor case flow and provide case information to requesters.
• Operate technology systems used by the court.
• Monitor and enforce conditions of probation and/or court orders which may include drug or urine testing.
• Interview clients, prepare reports for the court.
• Analyze case histories.
• Conduct field visits including home and jail visitations.
• Identify client's case management needs.
• Refer clients to treatment programs, therapeutic or rehabilitative placements, and arrange referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Review documents submitted to the court for compliance with court rules and approved practices.
• Conduct investigatory work which may include checks of criminal history records and contact with other agencies to gather information.
• Make recommendations to the court.
• Prepare cases for hearings.
• Assemble case files, documents, exhibits for hearings, trials, or board meetings.
• Establish working relationships with divisions, vicinages, or other outside organizations.
• Advise judges and management on case issues.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.
• Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.

Benefits

• The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.
• The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings.

What This Job Offers

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