Probation Officer Adult-Juvenile

Location:

18106 Cumberland Road - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060

Hamilton County is one of Indiana’s fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county -- a percent that has remained constant since 2010.  Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from “Best Cities to Relocate To” and “Best City to Raise a Family” to “Healthiest County in Indiana” and “Happiest Suburbs in the Nation”.  Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION

COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

 

POSITION: Probation Officer/Adult/Juvenile/CARE

DEPARTMENT: Probation

WORK SCHEDULE: Varies – 37.5 Hours per week

STATUS:  Full-time

FLSA STATUS:  Non-exempt

 

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Incumbent serves as Probation Officer/Adult/Juvenile/CARE for the Probation Department, responsible for supervising and assisting probationers.

DUTIES:

 

Conducts pre-sentence/preliminary investigations and writes comprehensive reports for court as required, including researching criminal histories conducting interviews, gathering collateral information. Advising victims of their rights and obtaining victim impact statements.

 

Prepares  a variety of documents for department staff, the court and other criminal justice stakeholders. Communicates professionally and ensures that all information and testimony provided are accurate. Testifies in court proceedings and makes recommendations, including those related to appropriate sentencing, and notifies the court of any probation violations. Assists court in making pre-trial and pre-adjudication release decisions.

 

Monitors and supports clients by conducting assessments, reviewing, and tracking compliance with court-ordered conditions, and required appointments. Coordinates with treatment providers, visiting probationers' homes/schools/service providers, and assisting in obtaining related community services as needed, such as alcohol/drug abuse treatment, and anger control counseling. Administers substance abuse evaluations and drug screens.

 

Follows and applies Evidence‑Based Practices (EBP) throughout a probationer’s term, incorporating and documenting the use of actuarial risk assessments, E.P.I.C.S., case planning, incentives, and sanctions for moderate‑ to high‑risk probationers. Continues to attend training and expand knowledge of effective probation practices, including problem‑solving court topics.

 

Maintains current, accurate case files, including classifying clients according to risk, recording client’s attitude, behavior and compliance with probation conditions, entering information into our case management system. Checks on caseloads on a regular basis to ensure files remain updated and accurate.

 

Monitors payment of probationer fees and fines.

 

Assists court in transferring/accepting supervision of clients to/from other jurisdictions and cooperates with other county/state/federal probation departments and other agencies regarding investigations.

 

Maintains current knowledge of applicable local, state and federal rules/regulations, new developments in probation, technology and substance abuse trends. Completes all annual training requirements in a timely manner.

 

Serves on 24-hour call for emergencies on rotation schedule.

 

Performs related duties as assigned.

 

I.  JOB REQUIREMENTS:

 

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology, social work, or related area, and Indiana certification as probation officer. Ability to successfully complete annual continuing education requirements and certification for IRAS, IYAS, and/or CSAMS.

 

Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of local, state and federal regulations, and standard policies, procedures and legal terminology of criminal/juvenile justice system.

 

Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of current developments, theories and trends in behavior and supervision of probationers.

 

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, attorneys, judges, other probation departments, law enforcement departments, service providers, victims, and probationers and their families, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.

 

Ability to maintain current, accurate, organized files, and prepare documents and detailed reports as required.

 

Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including telephone, copier, computer, printer, calculator, and fax machine.

 

Ability to provide testimony in legal proceedings, and plan and make public speaking presentations.

 

Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information/records according to state requirements.

 

Ability to work on several tasks at the same time, and complete tasks effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions.

 

Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.

 

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions/directions and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.

 

Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including during occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons.

 

Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

 

Ability to occasionally work extended and/or evening hours, and occasionally travel out of town for hearings, conferences and/or training, sometimes overnight.

 

Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

 

II.  DIFFICULTY OF WORK:

 

Incumbent performs a wide variety of duties which are broad in scope and impact and require consideration of many complex variables and their interrelationships. Guidelines are detailed and well-established, requiring independent judgement in interpreting precedents and adapting methods to individual cases/situations.

 

III.  RESPONSIBILITY:

 

Incumbent interprets and makes authoritative application of department policies and procedures and standard practices of the profession to a variety of unrelated cases and circumstances. Work is reviewed primarily for compliance with department policies and legal requirements. Incumbent receives indirect or occasional supervision, referring unusual and/or unprecedented situations to supervisor as needed.

 

IV.  PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

 

Incumbent communicates frequently with a wide variety of individuals and agencies, including, but not limited to, co-workers, other County departments, judges, attorneys, other probation departments, law enforcement departments, service providers, victims, and probationers and their families, for purposes of exchanging information, explaining/interpreting policies and procedures, conducting investigations, and supervising probationers.

 

Incumbent reports directly to Probation Officer Supervisor.

 

V.  PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

Incumbent performs a majority of duties in an office environment, involving sitting and walking at will, keyboarding, speaking clearly, close vision, hearing communication, and exposure to potentially violent/hostile individuals. Incumbent also performs duties in a courtroom, at probationers' homes and activity sites, and in a vehicle, and is exposed to normal hazards associated with driving.

 

Incumbent occasionally works extended and/or evening hours, and occasionally travels out of town for hearings, conferences and/or training, sometimes overnight.  Incumbent may serve on 24-hour call for emergencies on rotation schedule.

 

APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT

 

The job description for the position of Probation Officer/Adult/Juvenile/CARE describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position.  I acknowledge that I have received this job description and understand that it is not a contract of employment.  I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

Hamilton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.