Probation Officer/Probation Officer Bilingual - Criminal Division
About The Position
The Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage of the New Jersey Judiciary is hiring Probation Officers in the Criminal Division. Candidates may be reassigned among Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties based on operational needs. Key entry-level professional positions may be filled as they become available in the Criminal, Family, and Probation Divisions, and selected candidates may be assigned to any of these divisions. The role requires regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite. The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to two remote-work days outside Judiciary buildings, subject to requirements including high-speed home internet access and a multifactor authentication app. The New Jersey Judiciary is an 8,500-member organization focused on independence, integrity, fairness, quality service, public trust, and continuous improvement. The salary range is $55,943.00–$95,153.11 for Schedule A and $55,943.00–$91,346.99 for Schedule B. Newly hired employees normally start at the minimum of the applicable range.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any area, including or supplemented by 24 credit hours in behavioral or social sciences.
- Applicants approaching their anticipated graduation date may apply, but must complete the degree no later than their start date if selected.
- Submit a photocopy of the transcript with the application; an official college or university transcript is required before the start date if selected.
- Degrees conferred outside the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service.
- Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Newly hired employees must agree to a background check that includes fingerprinting.
- New hires must establish and maintain their principal residence in New Jersey within one year, subject to the stated exemption process.
- A New Jersey-valid driver's license is required only if operating a vehicle is necessary to perform the position's essential duties.
- Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function.
Responsibilities
- Interview clients and customers.
- Monitor case flow and analyze case histories.
- Identify case-management needs and coordinate services for clients and customers.
- Review documents submitted to the court for compliance with court rules and approved practices.
- Schedule case-management conferences and case proceedings.
- Prepare pre-sentence and pre-trial investigation reports.
- Ensure the timely disposition and entry of orders and subsequent proceedings.
- Conduct investigations and write reports.
- Make recommendations to the court.
- Prepare cases for hearings.
- Attend court hearings and assist in preparing orders.
- Moderate as primary host in Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other virtual courtroom platforms, and serve as co-host when needed.
- Assemble case files, documents, or exhibits for hearings, trials, or board meetings.
- Establish working relationships with divisions, vicinages, and outside organizations.
- Advise judges and management on case issues.
- Perform related duties as required.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule with potential eligibility for up to two remote-work days.
- Opportunity for growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
