Hendricks

Provide supervision of juvenile offenders placed on probation with the goals of providing services that are in the best interest of the child and family, protection of the public, assistance of victims, and the reduction of recidivism, as directed by the Hendricks County Courts. There will be an emphasis on the use of evidence-based practices. Coordinate with The Department of Children's Services, the JDAI Coordinator, the Juvenile Court Judge, the Prosecutor's office and the Public Defender's office as well as other entities to create and enhance various services for juvenile clients and their families. These services include but are not limited to: diversion, shelter care, residential placement, and pre-adjudication services. These duties are pursuant to the Orders of the Hendricks County Judges.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Supervision duties include, but are not limited to, all activities necessary for monitoring of activity, including monthly meetings with school administration to determine compliance with school policies, substance abuse referrals, urine screens, paperwork, record keeping, fee collection, receiving and responding in a timely manner to all telephone, mail, and electronic mail correspondence and contacts, of juveniles placed on probation. Supervision duties also include but are not limited to statutorily prescribed duties and requirements in the Indiana Code.
• Court duties include, but are not limited to, testifying, providing recommendations on cases, cooperating with prosecutor and defense, and preparing all notes and documents as needed.
• Field duties include, but are not limited to home and school visits, home, school, and vehicle searches, employment verification, and assisting law enforcement agencies as required.
• Available for after hours calls at any time, to include making detention decisions, making detention arrangements and notifying all parties of court times and details of detainees.
• Proficiency of Odyssey and SRS Case Management Systems.
• Comply with Indiana Office of Court Services' requirements for certification and continuing education for a Probation Officer.
• Complete Indiana Risk Assessment Management Systems and comply with all requirements of INcite.
• Adhere to all policy and procedure manuals of the Hendricks County Probation Department.
• Assist and cooperate with Hendricks County Home Detention, Hendricks County Work Release, Hendricks County Courts, and all other County agencies when requested.
• Comply with the Judicial Code of Conduct adopted by the Indiana Supreme Court.
• Intake duties include, but are not limited to, informing juveniles and their family of charges, collect all required background information, make informal/deferral decisions, prepare and file preliminary investigations and recommendations to the court.
• Staff cases with juvenile probation officers to assist in the best possible outcomes for juveniles and their families.
• Coordinate with other county agencies and DCS to staff and assist with residential placement prospects for juveniles who qualify.
• Collaborate with in county and out of county agencies to increase diversion opportunities for juveniles and their families.
• Work with Juvenile Court staff as well as the prosecutor and the public defender to reduce the time it takes to process JD, JS, and JM cases from the date of the incident.
• Improve upon early intervention service referrals made by juvenile probation for juveniles and their families.

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University, preferably in the Social Sciences.
Probation Officer Certification from the Indiana Office of Court Services.
I.Y.A.S Certification from the Indiana Office of Court Services and INcite compliance.
I.D.A.C.S certification from the Indiana State Police.
Proficiency with all Windows based programs.
Proficiency with Odyssey and SRS.
Effective motivational interviewing and communication skills.
Ability to understand Indiana Statutes. Ability to effectively and professionally deal with other people.
Ability to handle varied and changing priorities without direct supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.


More Details including essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications are in a PDF document.

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2025-05-04

Chad Boruff

cboruff@co.hendricks.in.us

101 W Marion Street

Danville

IN

46122

Wayne

Job Description and Online Application available at:
More Details including essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications are in a https://www.co.wayne.in.us/web/jobs/JobPostingProbationOfficer10470MARCH102025.php

Bachelor Level

$43,157 in accordance with the 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2025-06-01

Pam Hicks

phicks@co.wayne.in.us

401 East Main Street

Richmond

IN

47374

Marion

Positions are available with the Adult Services and Juvenile Services.

- Serves at all times as an Officer of the Court and will be assigned a unit based on the needs of the department which include pretrial, intake, casework, presentence investigations writer and intake operations.
- 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.
- Completes court paperwork and correspondence as required.
- Testifies in court and makes appropriate recommendations.
- Conducts interviews with clients to inform them of legal requirements of supervision.
- 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 the Marion Superior 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.

Minimum qualifications as required by the State of Indiana for a probation officer.

Marion County residency required within six (6) months of hire. Salary enhancements for bilingual skills and shift differential for specific assignments.

To apply, please send cover letter, resume and a copy of college transcript to ProbationApplicants@indy.gov

Marion County residency required within six (6) months of hire.

Bachelor Level

Per the 2024 Indiana Minimum Salary Schedule for Probation Officers with enhancements for advanced degree at 3 years and additional increase at 25 years of probation officer experience; Shift differential provided for 2nd and 3rd shift schedules.

2025-06-11

Christine Kerl

ProbationApplicants@indy.gov

IN

Elkhart

The Intake Probation Officer/Youth Specialist – Juvenile Division (Part-Time/Weekends) is a hybrid position that is responsible for providing a variety of probation and direct care functions for youth entering the Juvenile Intake Center on behalf of the Elkhart County Court Services. More specifically, this position will work either a 12 hour PM or 12 hour AM shift on weekends, primarily from the Juvenile Intake Center, with the main focus of completing intake assessments on juveniles referred by law enforcement to determine if the juvenile is detained in secure detention or released on an alternative to detention while awaiting a court hearing. The goal is to provide services that are in the best interest of the child and family, protect those in the community, assist victims, and promote a reduction in recidivism as directed by the Elkhart County Juvenile Court with an emphasis on using evidence based practices. In addition, the Intake Probation Officer/Youth Specialist is responsible for providing direct care supervision and program services to youth placed at the Juvenile Intake Center as well as ensuring that the facility operations comply with the appropriate policies and procedures. See more details including requirements at Elkhart County Job Portal JobID: 669

Bachelor’s Degree, Degree in Behavioral Science, Social Work, or Criminal Justice

Bachelor Level

2024 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2025-06-11

Please apply at Elkhart County Job Portal and look for JobID: 669

315 S. 2nd Street

Elkhart

IN

46516

Kosciusko County

Adheres to and reinforces the use of evidence-based principles to promote public safety while providing the most effective interventions which reduce the chance of a participant re-offending while on community supervision.

This is a grant funded position.

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Must be able to pass the Indiana Probation Officer's Certification Exam.

Bachelor Level

Probation Officer salary schedule up to $58,473.00
2024 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule
2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2025-06-11

Tammy Johnston

tjohnston@kcgov.com

121 N. Lake Street

Warsaw

IN

46580

Grant

Assess and addresses risk, needs and responsivity

Prepares Pre-Sentence investigation reports.

Prepares case plans with targeted interventions.

Uses motivational interviewing skills (Miller, Rollinick) and "Stages of Change" theory (Prochaska,Declementi) in interactions with offenders.

Uses Carey Bits/Guides and other assignments to teach and practice skills Models appropriate communication skills and behavior.

Monitors activities of clients, making periodic checks of clients' activities and progress including home and office visits, as directed.

Uses incentives and sanctions to reinforce desired behavior.

Plans interventions for clients to engage them in ongoing community supports.

Organizes, creates, and mails information to treatment providers.

Receives, evaluates, and responds to progress notes from treatment.

Performs crisis intervention, as needed; counsels probationers regarding minor personal problems and makes referrals to other agencies, if needed.

Attends Court sessions and testifies as needed; submits proper Court filings.

Investigates, files, and maintains records of probation violations.

Maintains accurate and complete statistical records; enters and maintains information in computer on each assigned probationer.

Consults, communicates, and corresponds with other Courts, probation departments, staff, attorneys, clients' family members, employers of clients, law enforcement agencies, etc.

Monitors payment of restitution as Court ordered.

Participates in processes to provide and receive feedback on performance measures.

- 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 ability to learn and utilize effective correctional practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Effective Practices in Community Supervision.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.
2024



Open until filled

2025-06-11

Mike Small

msmall@grantcounty.net

501 S. Adams

Marion

IN

46953

Grant

Assess and addresses risk, needs and responsivity

Prepares Pre-Sentence investigation reports.

Prepares case plans with targeted interventions.

Uses motivational interviewing skills (Miller, Rollinick) and "Stages of Change" theory (Prochaska,Declementi) in interactions with offenders.

Uses Carey Bits/Guides and other assignments to teach and practice skills Models appropriate communication skills and behavior.

Monitors activities of clients, making periodic checks of clients' activities and progress including home and office visits, as directed.

Uses incentives and sanctions to reinforce desired behavior.

Plans interventions for clients to engage them in ongoing community supports.

Organizes, creates, and mails information to treatment providers.

Receives, evaluates, and responds to progress notes from treatment.

Performs crisis intervention, as needed; counsels probationers regarding minor personal problems and makes referrals to other agencies, if needed.

Attends Court sessions and testifies as needed; submits proper Court filings.

Investigates, files, and maintains records of probation violations.

Maintains accurate and complete statistical records; enters and maintains information in computer on each assigned probationer.

Consults, communicates, and corresponds with other Courts, probation departments, staff, attorneys, clients' family members, employers of clients, law enforcement agencies, etc.

Monitors payment of restitution as Court ordered.

Participates in processes to provide and receive feedback on performance measures.

- 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 ability to learn and utilize effective correctional practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Effective Practices in Community Supervision.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.
2024



Open until filled

2025-06-11

Mike Small

msmall@grantcounty.net

501 S. Adams

Marion

IN

46953

Monroe Circuit Court - Bloomington

Serves as a Probation Officer responsible for conducting investigations and assessments, making recommendations to the courts, utilizing evidenced-based strategies to promote behavioral change, and supervising clients for enforcement of conditions of supervision.

Work week is 35 hours. Flexible Schedule. Work culture supports work/life balance.

More Details including essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications are in a PDF document.

Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university required; any major.
- Must not be less than 21 years of age and must be a U.S. citizen.
- Prefer experience/training in probation, community corrections, criminal justice, criminology, social work, psychology, sociology, and/or case management.
- Must believe that people are capable of positive behavior change.
- Must have ability to work as member of a team.
- Must have ability to learn and utilize effective correctional practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Effective Practices in Community Supervision.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have valid driver's license.
- Must submit to criminal records check. If chosen as a finalist for this position, must submit to pre-employment drug test.

Bachelor Level

Above 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule, depending on years of service as certified Probation Officer and includes bonuses described in this PDF document.

2025-06-11

Accepting resumes until position is filled, please apply as soon as possible.

Send RESUME, COVER LETTER & Minimum SIX (6) REFERENCES TO:
Linda Brady, Chief Probation Officer

probation@co.monroe.in.us

Probation Department
214 West 7th Street, Suite 200

Bloomington

IN

47401

Tippecanoe

Performs Probation Officer duties as required by state law and the Indiana Office of Court Services Probation standards.

Completes intake procedures by processing juveniles following arrests or referrals for truancy. Searching youth as part of the intake process.

Conducts Preliminary Inquiry and Investigations to determine whether cases will be handled informally or referred to Court for formal handling. Determines need for removing probationers from homes.

Provides for supervision and holding of juvenile until parent notification and pick up occurs. Conducts preliminary risk/needs, mental health, substance assessments, and obtains general intake information to assist in developing resolution to cases.

Contacts concerned parties and schedules detention and court hearings for juveniles.

Completes Emergency Detention Hearings on detained cases.

Monitors Informal Adjustment cases ensuring compliance with terms and conditions. Refers violations and failed cases to Prosecutor to initiate formal process as needed. Conducts random drug screening as required. Ensures clients pay required fees such as fines, court costs, and restitution.

Assists with home detention work as needed, conducting home detention intakes, checking on juveniles in their homes, conducting room searches, administering alcohol sensor tests, and drug screening.

Maintains current, accurate case files, including classifying offenders according to risk, recording probationer’s character, attitude, behavior and compliance with probation conditions, and preparing and processing various documents. Assists in preparing statistical and other reports as required.

Cooperates with public/private community service agencies, school systems, and individuals in assisting probationers and their families/guardians in obtaining treatment and/or services as needed.

Assists in answering phones, providing information, taking messages or directing caller to appropriate department or individual.

Maintains current knowledge of applicable local, state and federal rules/regulations, new developments, technology and trends in the field of probation by reading professional publications and periodically attending seminars and conferences.

Prepares and makes public speaking presentations to community groups as assigned.

Serves as representative on various task forces, committees, and/or teams as assigned and/or requested.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Baccalaureate Degree.

Must be 21 years of age.

Possession of and ability to maintain certification as a Probation Officer by Indiana Judicial Center.

Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of local, state and federal regulations, and standard policies and procedures of juvenile and criminal code.

Working knowledge of and ability to make appropriate referrals of probationers to treatment programs and services.

Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and to prepare detailed reports as required.

Ability to effectively supervise, direct and monitor assigned probationers to ensure proper completion of probation requirements.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, probationers and their families, attorneys, victims, community service agencies, counselors, school systems, courts and law enforcement personnel, the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.

Ability to testify in legal proceedings.

Ability to properly operate a computer, maintain accurate and organized files, and prepare detailed reports as required.

Ability to provide public access to, or maintain confidentiality of, department information and records according to State requirements.

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

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

Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, and work on several tasks at the same time, often under time pressure.

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

Possession of valid driver’s license and demonstrated safe driving record.

Bachelor Level

Starting $51,653 Year 3 and above 2% over state minimum 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2025-06-11

Apply Online


Application Questions to:
Crystal Lopez

clopez@tippecanoe.in.gov

301 Main St.

Lafayette

IN

47901

Madison County Unified Courts - Juvenile Probation Department

• Assesses the risk and needs of youth and families; makes appropriate recommendations to the court and other agencies and assists in referring youth to the appropriate services.
• Conducts preliminary inquiries and pre-dispositional interviews, preparing written reports and case plans as required by law.
• Supervises and assists juvenile probationers consistent with court-imposed probation conditions; including home visits, field visits and drug screening.
• Maintains accurate records and complete documentation of all assigned cases and furnishes records and reports to the court as required or requested.
• Files Petitions and Motions in accordance with departmental policy and provides testimony in court for delinquency proceedings.
• Gathers information and makes detention and alternative to detention decisions for youth taken into custody.
• Participates in on going professional development including a minimum of twelve (12) training hours per year with a minimum of six (6) hours in evidence-based practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned and in accordance with Indiana Probation Standards and departmental policy and procedure.
• Maintains confidentiality and abides by the Code of Judicial Conduct.

• Applicants shall be at least twenty-one (21) years of age; an American citizen; possess a valid driver’s license; be of good moral character; and be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Applicants shall have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in criminal justice, psychology, social work, sociology, or a related field.
• Applicants should have a practical understanding of human behavior and adolescent development and the ability to apply such knowledge in specific situations.
• Applicants shall have a Probation Officer certification and Indiana Youth Assessment System Certification (IYAS) or be able to obtain said certifications.
• Applicants shall be willing and able to conduct home and/or field visits of probationers as required and acquire self-defense knowledge and skills; be willing to collect urine and/or saliva samples for substance screening.

Position open until filled.
Full Details including essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications in a Word document.

Bachelor Level

$41,079-$75,561- Based upon approved 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2025-06-11

This position will remain open until filled.

Interested persons should apply as soon as possible by submitting an application, a signed cover letter, a resume and at least three, non-relative, professional references to the following:

Office Manager, Tina Thomas
Subject: Notice of Open Position

tlthomas@madisoncounty.in.gov

3420 Mounds Road

Anderson

IN

46017

Morgan

Incumbent serves as Adult Services/Community Corrections Probation Officer for Morgan County Court Services Department, responsible for supervising caseload of clients, facilitating programming, collecting data and research, attending and testifying at Court procedures, and preparing documentation.

More Details including essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications are in a PDF Document

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university

2025 Salary is approximately 13% above the 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule. 0 years experience starting salary is $48,899.00

2025-06-11

Apply at https://morgan-county.ezhiregov.com/job/851753/adult-probation-officer

65 North Jefferson Street

Martinsville

IN

46151

Daviess

- Will be responsible for supervising both male and female clients who have been placed on probation
- Conduct investigations and assessments
- Make recommendations to the Courts
- Utilizing evidence-based strategies to promote behavioral change
- Supervising clients for enforcement of conditions of probation
- Perform field visits
- Maintain accurate records and complete data entry of all case contacts
- Conduct drug and alcohol screens
- Attend continuing education workshops and training seminars as required
- Perform other duties as required

More Details are in a PDF Document

- Must be at least 21 years of age and must be a US citizen
- Prefer experience/training in probation, community corrections, criminal justice, criminology, social work, psychology, sociology, or case management
- Must have excellent writing and verbal communication skills
- Basic computer skills using common programs such as Microsoft 365, Word, and Outlook
- Must have ability to work as a team member along with being able to think and work independently with minimal supervision
- Must have valid driver's license
- Must submit to criminal records check and must submit to pre-employment drug screen.

Bachelor Level

Position, Pay, and Benefits will be discussed in person.

Rate according to 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2025-06-30

Please send resume by email to Shelby Stanley, Chief Probation Officer

shelby.stanley@daviess.org

200 E. Walnut Street

Washington

IN

47501

Marshall

Marshall County, Indiana is now accepting applications for a full-time Chief Probation Officer. Duties require office administration and supervision of adult and juvenile probation officers and clerical staff. Caseload supervision of probationers may be required. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Candidates must be a Certified Indiana Probation Officer. A minimum of 5 years experience as a probation officer or similar work experience is required.

Candidate should be knowledgeable of county budgetary processes and be prepared to monitor, prepare and present the annual probation budget. Candidate should expect to work with other county agencies such as law enforcement agencies and the prosecutor’s office. Knowledge of Community Corrections programming is beneficial, but not required. Candidates should also possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as computer knowledge. Prior supervisory experience is a plus.

More Details including essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications are in a PDF Document

Bachelor Level

Salary in accordance with the 2025 Indiana Probation Officer Salary Schedule

2026-06-11

Applications can be located online at the end of this page: www.co.marshall.in.us.
Interested candidates for this position need to submit their resume and application as soon as possible. Applications will be taken until the position is filled.

Please forward all applications and resumes to:
Marshall County Government
Human Resource Office

Marshall County Building, Room 207,

Plymouth

IN

46563