Probation Officer

Clark County Government•Jeffersonville, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Position holder serves as Probation Officer for the Adult Supervision Division within Clark County Probation and Supervision. Position holder is responsible for supervising and reporting status of offenders placed on probation and investigating social and criminal histories in order to prepare written reports and recommendations for the Courts.

Requirements

Bachelor degree from accredited college or university.
State certification as probation officer and continuing completion of all certification requirements.
Working knowledge of standard computer software programs, applications, county computer system and state mandated applications.
Ability to operate standard office equipment such as copier, fax machine, computer, printer, scanner and other necessary equipment.
Ability to effectively interview, investigate, and work with clients to assure proper completion of all probation requirements.
Ability to effectively resolve emergency/crisis situations and take appropriate action as required.
Complete knowledge of all local, state and federal laws applicable to probation operations, with ability to apply and enforce regulations as needed.
Complete knowledge of standard policies and practices of Clark County legal process and probation office and to follow these policies, rules and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of treatment programs and services available to clients from other government, social and private agencies.
Ability to effectively work with clients and cooperate and communicate with department employees, personnel and officials from a wide variety of government departments and social agencies, and members of the general public.
All communication with probationers, other staff, and agencies shall be carried out in a courteous and professional manner.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all department records and information.
Ability to effectively perform all essential duties of the job to include the ability to access residences and work sites of probationers.
Must possess a legal driver's license.
Ability to follow all personnel policies and rules of the organization.
Sensitive issues such as liability concerns and publicized and/or controversial situations are to be discussed the Division Chief first and if necessary the Courts.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial evaluation of probationers via interviews and review of written records to determine appropriate program for restitution, education and/or treatment.
Make referrals to appropriate programs as needed and monitor progress.
Attend regular staff meetings and confer with Division Chief for case consultations, review of documents and reports, and other work-related issues.
Testify in Court as required and attend relevant hearings.
Maintain probation caseload for adult offenders to include: interviewing offenders and preparing reports and recommendations for the Court; supervising offender; providing regular urinalysis testing; monitoring fee collections, payments of restitution, and community service; keeping accurate case notes and paperwork; assisting victims; attending relevant hearings; performing related duties as needed or assigned.
Maintain probation computer and paper files including summaries of intake interviews, treatment, and/or education information.
Reviews all paperwork completed by the probationer to verify accuracy of information.
Prepare reports and recommendations required by the Court, Department, and Division.
Attend training seminars, annual state probation officer conference and other professional development workshops, training, and education as required or needed to maintain certification and remain current in new developments in the field of probation.
Perform additional related duties as assigned and/or required by law.