Probation Officer



Job Details

Probation Officer
Employer

Navajo County

Salary

$35,742.16 - $44,677.70 Annually

Location

Snowflake, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2015-00390

Department

Adult Probation

Opening Date

09/29/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

Summary

Under close supervision, performs entry-level professional work of moderate difficulty in providing correctional casework services to assigned probationers, and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
·         Supervises a caseload of assigned probationers requiring minimum to maximum supervision. 
·         May conduct pre-sentence investigations and write pre-sentence reports. 
·         Compiles and maintains social histories and case histories.
·         Interviews probationers, families, authorities, employers and victims; reviews and evaluates criminal records, police reports and psychiatric and psychological reports; evaluates criminal personalities, behaviors and rehabilitation potential; testifies in court regarding probationers' history and potential.
·         Coordinates services for probationers: sets appointments, makes referrals, provides for counseling and transports probationers. Meets with probationers to address their needs.
·         Responds to emergency situations regarding probationers with immediate problem solving.
·         Visits sites for field inspections of probationers to ascertain if court orders and probation orders are being followed.
·         Composes and complies information for progress reports and forms.
·         Conducts surveillance, serves warrants, performs searches, makes arrests and transports defendants and probationers.
·         Reviews and evaluates criminal records, police reports and psychiatric and psychological reports.
·         Visit sites for field inspections of probationers to ascertain if court orders and probation orders are being followed.

Knowledge and Skills

·         Knowledge of the principles and practices of probations services, intensive probation and pre-sentence reports.
·         Knowledge of counseling and interviewing techniques and human behavior.
·         Knowledge of search, transportation and restraint procedures.
·         Skill in personal interaction, counseling and interviewing.
·         Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing
·         Skill to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.

Desirable Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree; AND a valid driver's license; AND must successfully pass a drug test, polygraph and/or psychological test and background investigation with no felony convictions.

Employee Benefits
Navajo County offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to regular employees working 40 hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees working 30 – 39 hours a week receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Part Time employees working less than 30 hours a week and temporary employees do not receive benefits).
·  Vacation/Annual/Personal Leave
·  Sick Leave
·  10 Holidays Per Year
·  Health Care Insurance
·  Dental Plan
·  Vision Plan
·  Life Insurance
·  Long-Term Disability
·  Tel-A-Doc 24/7
·  Arizona State Retirement System
·  Public Safety Personnel Retirement System
·  Correction Officer's Retirement Plan
·  Employee Assistance Program
·  On-going Training Opportunities
·  Payroll Direct Deposit
 
Elective Coverage
· Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
· Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
· Flexible Spending Account
· Health Savings Account
· Deferred Compensation
· MetLife Elective Plans

01
Do you have the required 4 year College Degree and able to provide proof?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Have you ever been arrested or charged?
  • Yes
  • No
03
If yes, please list charge and date.
04
Do you have any misdemeanor convictions?
  • Yes
  • No
05
If yes, please list charge and date.
06
How would you be an asset to probation? (150 words or less)
07
This job requires a high volume of data entry and court report writing. Do you type at least 40 words per minute? (Test may be required)
  • Yes
  • No
08
The position requires passing a two week probation academy, one week defensive tactics academy, pre-employment psychological evaluation and/or polygraph test, random drug testing, criminal history and MVD background checks, and may have to take a pre-employment physical. Are you willing to comply with these requirements?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
Navajo County
Address
PO Box 668
CITY LANE
Holbrook, Arizona, 73302
Phone
(928) 524-4040

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