Probation Officer

Position Summary: Serves as Adult Probation Officer, responsible for conducting investigations with clients, making recommendations to the courts, conducting assessments, utilizing evidenced-based strategies to promote behavioral change, and supervising clients for enforcement of court orders and conditions of community supervision.

Responsibilities:

- Serves at all times as an Officer of the Court.
- Utilizes and administers the Indiana Risk Assessment System.
- Maintains appropriate communication with clients, legal representatives, treatment providers, placement agencies and other concerned persons.
- Reviews documents pertaining to legal and social history of clients.
- Testifies in court and makes appropriate recommendations.
- Conducts interviews with clients

- Administer drug screens to clients.

- Conducts field visits in compliance with the Indiana Office of Court Services contact standard requirements.
- Maintains collaboration between counselors, treatment agencies, public services agencies, placement agencies etc. as required.
- Adheres to all Policies & Procedures of Posey County Probation and the Posey Circuit Court.
- Serves in other capacities and assignments as requested, required and/or directed by the Chief Probation Officer, while always adhering to the department's overall "team" philosophy and practice.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university required; major in criminal
justice, social work, or related field preferred.
· Must not be less than 21 years of age and must be a U.S. citizen.
· Must believe that people are capable of behavior change.
· Must have ability to work as member of a team.
· Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Must have knowledge of available community resources.

Education: Bachelor level

Salary: Salary is based on Indiana Minimum Salary Schedule for Probation Officers depending
on years of service as certified Probation Officer. 2024 starting pay: $41,079.00. Pay raises for years of experience as an Indiana Probation Officer.

Posted: March 4, 2024. Accepting Resumes through March 15, 2024 at 12:00pm.

Submit Resume, Cover Letter, and a minimum three references to:

Michelle Fortune

Chief Probation Officer

300 Main Street

Mt. Vernon, IN 47620

or email to michelle.fortune@poseycountyin.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,079.00 - $75,561.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mount Vernon, IN 47620: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person