Diversion Officer - Grant Funded

Salary : $42,564.00 - $65,974.00 Annually
Location : AZ 85132, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300344
Department: County Attorney
Opening Date: 11/29/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Is It Time for a Change?
Are you tired of being overworked and under-appreciated in your current role? Pinal County is paving the way with improved employee experiences, benefits, and a culture that values its people. It might be time for a change of scenery where you can make a difference and benefit from an employer who will invest in you! Where else can you find paid sabbaticals every five years and retirement plans with a lifetime guarantee?
Check out all of our benefit offerings:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.
  
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    
    • After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
      
    • After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish

13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

• Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  
• Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  
• Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  
• Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Quarterly Wellness Challenges
  
• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
  
• Vaccination Clinics
  
• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  
• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  
• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  
• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  
• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi

Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!

Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From

• Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost

Dental and Vision Plans

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Alternative Work Schedules

Telehealth

Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education

Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options

Civil Service Leave

VanPool Options

Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid

Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid

Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Plus, work with an amazing team of people who are committed to making Pinal County a great place for its citizens and its employees.
Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. Read more about the position and see if it is a good match for you:
This position is Grant Funded and continued employment is contingent upon available funding.
The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.
JOB SUMMARY
Performs professional work of moderate difficulty in providing casework services to offenders; performs other work as assigned or required. This is a Working/Journey position, which works under general supervision. Positions at this level are assigned a broad range of duties in the occupation. The employee uses judgment in selecting appropriate guidelines and in applying general policies and procedures. Significant deviations from established work processes require prior approval. The work produced and decisions made affect non-routine operations of the work unit. The employee applies knowledge to diversified subject matter, requiring some judgment in applying established procedures and guidelines.
Example of Duties
TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supervises a caseload of assigned offenders.
• Conducts interviews.
• Conducts social investigations or assessments to determine risk factors.
• Evaluates offender's progress, prepares and maintains reports.
• Develops individual offender treatment programs, establishes timelines for completion
• Reviews and evaluates criminal records, police reports, psychiatric and psychological reports.
• Compiles and maintains social and case histories.
• Coordinates supervision and services with other agencies.
• Makes referrals to other agencies.
• Provides evidenced based interventions for individuals and groups.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Must be able to drive continuously, up to four hours at a time, throughout
  various locations throughout the County as required.
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment.

Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Services, or related field.
• Two (2) criminal justice or social work experience.
• Valid Arizona State Driver's License is required.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Special Requirements:

• Must pass a thorough background investigation.

Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of laws, principles, and practices of offender supervision.
• Knowledge of principles of human behavior.
• Knowledge of criminal justice system and community resources.
• Knowledge of search, transportation, and restraint procedures.
• Knowledge of counseling and interviewing techniques.
• Skilled in personal interaction, counseling and interviewing.
• Ability to critically analyze individuals and situations and make sound decisions.
• Ability to apply the principles and methods of rehabilitation services.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is sedentary and requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The work also requires the ability to perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.
This announcement may be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified applicants have applied.
The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.
Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.
  
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    
    • After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
      
    • After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish

13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

• Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  
• Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  
• Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  
• Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Quarterly Wellness Challenges
  
• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
  
• Vaccination Clinics
  
• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  
• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  
• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  
• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  
• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi

Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!

Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From

• Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost

Dental and Vision Plans

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Alternative Work Schedules

Telehealth

Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education

Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options

Civil Service Leave

VanPool Options

Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid

Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid

Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance
Plus, work with an amazing team of people who are committed to making Pinal County a great place for its citizens and its employees (Above listed benefits are in effect as of January 7, 2024)