Probation Paid Intern (Hourly)

New Jersey Courts • Mt. Holly, NJ

2d • Onsite

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 Probation Division, as part of the Judiciary, provides case management, supervision, and support to clients placed on probation, or ordered to pay child support. Probation works closely with clients, judges, other divisions of the Judiciary, and community agencies. Probation also has a wide range of specialized programs such as Recovery Court, Gun Violence Reduction Initiative (GVI), JOBS Initiative (JOBS), Domestic Violence (DV), Mental Health (MH), Sex Abuse (SAB), Juvenile Programs, Collections (CEP), and Child Support Enforcement among other services. Probation is seeking dynamic, engaged undergraduate students in the social and behavioral science majors who are interested in broadening their understanding and gaining experience to a wide array of the judicial court system, probation, post disposition, and evidence-based practices.

Requirements

• Thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university pursuing a degree or certificate in the Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Unofficial College or University transcript must be included in your application in order to be considered.
• Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching.
• 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.
• Appointee 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.
• 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.
• All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.
• 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.
• Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.

Responsibilities

• Observing client interviews and court proceedings
• Performing special projects
• Conducting research and analysis
• Performing computer related work
• Collecting and entering data
• Providing customer service
• Drafting correspondences and memos
• Attending community planning meetings
• Assisting staff as directed

Benefits

• The hourly rate for this position is $20.00.
• This position is limited to a maximum of 35 hours per week, not to exceed 944 hours in a fiscal year.
• Interns would be required to work a minimum of 10 hours.
• The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree