Juvenile Probation Officer

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise youth placed on probation.

• Meet with child and parents to explain probation rules and monitor compliance.

• Maintain regular contact with schools, law enforcement agencies, mental health and social service agencies.

• Make appropriate program and agency referrals.

• Maintain accurate case notes.

• Serve as court liaison with youth and family.

• Conduct drug tests, make detention and electronic monitoring recommendations and handle necessary arrangements.

• Attend hearings for supervised youth, testify, take appropriate case notes, provide necessary information for journal entry preparation, make dispositional recommendations and referrals.

• Serve as on call court Probation Officer handling after hours calls and making necessary decisions and arrangements, including detention (on rotating basis).

• Perform miscellaneous tasks as directed by the Judge, Court Administrator, and Chief Probation Officer.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, education, or one of the social sciences or related experience.

• Knowledge of computers and applications including, but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Apply by submitting resume to lingram@huronocounty-oh.gov by March 15, 2024.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $41,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Norwalk, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person