Jobs for Probation Officers

Tippecanoe County

DUTIES:

Supervises assigned personnel, including interviewing, making hiring decisions, recommendations, orienting, job performance, planning, delegating, analyzing, controlling work assignments, establishing goals, training, developing, evaluating performance, making recommendation personnel actions, including promotions, transfers, and demotions, communicates/administers personnel programs/procedures, and informs supervisor and assigned staff of organizational developments.

Oversees assigned staff schedules including vacation and other time off.

Reviews necessary paperwork completed for court by assigned intake officers.

Completes intake procedures, processing juveniles. Conducts preliminary inquiry and investigations determining whether cases are handled informally or referred to court for formal handling. 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. Facilitates FAST Panels prior to Emergency Detention hearings based on rotating schedule. 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 juveniles in their homes, conducting room searches, administering alcohol sensor tests, and drug screening.

Completes Home Detention Quality Assurance audits and yearly assessments audits on Juvenile Intake staff.

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

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

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

Performs related duties as assigned.

. JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Baccalaureate Degree. Probation officer training is required.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Possession of and ability to maintain Indiana Judicial Center and trainer for risk assessment certifications.

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 court procedures within Tippecanoe County for juvenile residents.

Knowledge of standard filing systems, with ability to perform juvenile intakes and assessments.

Knowledge of principles and practices of behavioral assessment and intervention strategies and techniques, basic diagnostic and evaluation skills, crisis management, and treatment systems assessment.

Knowledge of and ability to assess cases of chemical dependency, substance abuse, physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.

Knowledge and ability to enforce rules and regulations, resolve conflicts, respond to emergencies, and take authoritative action as situations demand.

Ability to supervise assigned personnel, including interviewing, making hiring decisions and recommendations, orienting, job performance, planning, delegating, analyzing, and controlling work assignments, establishing goals, training, developing, evaluating performance, making recommendation personnel actions, including promotions, transfers, and demotions, communicates/administers personnel programs/procedures, and informs supervisor and assigned staff of organizational developments.

Ability to oversee assigned staff schedules including vacation and other time off.

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 operate standard office equipment and probation equipment, including computer, typewriter, telephone, calculator, handcuffs, and taser.

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with, but not limited to, co-workers, other County Departments, courts, law enforcement, attorneys, victims, juveniles and their families , community service providers, counselors, school systems, and members of the public being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.

Ability to work alone with minimum supervision and with others in a team environment.

Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and work rapidly for long periods, occasionally under time pressure.

Ability to understand, memorize, retain, and carry out written or oral instructions and present findings in oral or written form.

Ability to compare or observe similarities and differences between data, people, or things.

Ability to apply knowledge of people and locations.

Ability to perform arithmetic operations, compile, analyze, and develop data and facts.

Ability to testify in legal proceedings/court as needed.

Ability to occasionally work extended hours, weekends, evenings, and occasionally travel out of town.

Ability to respond to emergencies on 24-hour basis.

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

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.

2023-12-06

Apply Online
Questions to:
Miriah Anderson Chief Deputy PO

mlanderson@tippecanoe.in.gov

301 Main St. 2nd Floor Courthouse

Lafayette

IN

47901

Tippecanoe

WORK SCHEDULE:
As Assigned
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

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.

2023-12-06

Apply Online


Questions to:
Miriah Anderson

mlanderson@tippecanoe.in.gov

301 Main St.

Lafayette

IN

47901

Knox

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

Position begins 1/1/2024, apply as soon as possible.

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.
2024

2023-12-08

James R Rees

jrr@knoxcounty.in.gov

147 N. 8th Street

Vincennes

IN

47591

Knox

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

Position begins 1/1/2024, apply as soon as possible.

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.
2024

2023-12-08

James R Rees

jrr@knoxcounty.in.gov

147 N. 8th Street

Vincennes

IN

47591

Elkhart

Plans, prepares, and facilitates Probation Division training, including identifying training needs, recommending/developing training programs, and ensuring assigned staff receive mandated and regulatory training programs that meet Department and State standards. Coordinates, supervises, and conducts in-house training programs with research-supported practices.

Supervises development and maintenance of training database and documents Probation personnel training/education, ensuring compliance with State mandates and requirements.

Monitors staff actions and offender programming to identify discrepancies or fidelity issues, and coaches or retrains officers with best practices and Department models.

Analyzes and evaluates departmental training programs and efforts to determine effectiveness and updates/changes programs in response to changing trends, State regulatory mandates, and Department training objectives.

Evaluates and audits probation officer caseloads and risk assessment tools to ensure appropriate supervision of probationers.

Evaluates all evidence-based programs and services to ensure probation officers adhere to Department models.

Evaluates outcome evidence from programs implemented by agencies/service provided under probation supervision.

Serves as Chair for the Continuous Quality Improvement Committee.

Performs related duties as assigned.

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

Baccalaureate degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences, social work or a related field with minimum five (5) years of work-related experience as a probation officer, including two years’ experience in a supervisory position.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Possession of and ability to maintain a certification in Cognitive Behavioral Intervention techniques. Possession of or ability to obtain within six months of employment certifications as Probation Officer, and in Indiana Risk Assessment or Indiana Youth Assessment System. Ability to attend State orientation program within one year of employment.

Ability to meet all departmental hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.

Through knowledge of current training programs and ability to develop and direct training of department personnel.

Practical knowledge of and ability to make practical application of current developments, theories, and trends in behavior and supervision of probationers.

Practical knowledge of standard policies and practices of County Court services and the Judiciary with ability to accurately complete required legal reports, make recommendations to the court, and apply and adapt procedures as cases demand.

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.
2024
2023
& $2,000 specialty pay

2024-01-01

Please apply at Elkhart County Job Portal and look for JobID: 892
Questions can be directed to Nathan Tipton, Director of Court Services

ntipton@elkhartcounty.com

315 S. 2nd Street

Elkhart

IN

46516

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

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.
2024
2023

2024-01-01

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

315 S. 2nd Street

Elkhart

IN

46516

Hendricks

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Provide supervision of offenders placed on probation with the goals of 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. 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, 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 offenders 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 visits, home and vehicle searches, employment verification, and assisting law enforcement agencies as required.
•Conduct criminal record checks through I.D.A.C.S.
•Proficiency of Odyssey and SRS Case Management Systems.
•Comply with Indiana Office of Court Services’ requirements for a Court Based Alcohol and Drug Program including C.S.A.M.S. certification or professional status.
•Comply with Indiana Office of Court Services’ requirements for certification and continuing education for a Probation Officer and Court Based Alcohol and Drug Program.
•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.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•Carrying a handgun and qualify consistent with Sheriff Department guidelines.
•Operate County vehicles in accordance with the laws of Indiana.
•Performs other duties as assigned.

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

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

•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.
•C.S.A.M.S. or Professional Status certification from the Indiana Office of Court Services.
•I.R.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.
•Ability to supervise and control irate, intoxicated, mentally ill, and violent offenders placed on probation.

Bachelor Level

Salary schedule as set by IOCS plus additional based of years of service.
2024
2023

2024-01-01

Chad Boruff

cboruff@co.hendricks.in.us

170 Old Farm Road

Danville

IN

46122

Grant

Purpose of Position

Under occasional supervision, performs a variety of HD Case Management duties including review of PSI-assessments, case management-case planning, Intakes, assessments, field work, and HD equipment/monitoring.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Understand and utilize the Principles of Effective Intervention and the use of Evidence Based Practices in Offender Change.
- Assessment of risk & needs
- Target interventions utilizing the principles of risk, need, dosage and responsivity
- Skill train with directed practice
- Increase positive reinforcement
- Engage ongoing support in natural communities
- Measure processes and practices
- Provide Measurement Feedback


Supports Implementation of cognitive programming services provided by private providers and Community Corrections.

* Supports Implementation of cognitive services for community corrections-clients.

* Assures the completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

* Attends staff meetings as directed and participates in clinical staff meetings.

* Uses motivational interviewing skills to motivate offenders to change their behavior based on internal motivation rather than external control.

* Uses Carey Bits/Guides and other assignments to teach and practice skills

* Conduct assessments, intakes, establishes Case Plan and conduct case planning meetings with direct client supervision.

* Reviews and adds to case plan the basic physical needs of transportation, food, clothing and shelter.

* Reviews long term needs by supporting the obtaining or retention of the following: state ID Card, Social Security Card, Birth Certificate, educational degrees, vocational degrees, medical insurance (Hoosier Insurance Plan), long term housing, employment.

* Reviews needs and makes referrals on Physical and emotional needs: short term medication, drug and alcohol treatment, mental health services (including housing).

* Supports community networking by encouraging mentoring and family participation.

* Supports Implementation of cognitive programming services provided by private providers and Community Corrections.

* Supports Implementation of cognitive services for community corrections-HD clients.

* Assures the completion of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

* Attends staff meetings as directed and participates in clinical staff meetings.

* Provides program information for the purpose of evaluation.

* Conducts Pre and Post Assessments as necessary.

* Performs all assigned duties in an ethical and professional manner as detailed in Indiana's Judicial Code of Conduct.

* Performs other related essential duties as required.

Bachelor’s degree in human services field with a preference of substance abuse/cognitive program experience. PO certification required @ time of hire or within one year of service.

Bachelor Level

According to Indiana Salary Schedule
2024
2023

2024-01-06

Chris Cunningham

ccunningham@grantcounty.in.gov

501 S. Adams

Marion

IN

46953

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

$41,000 - $77,700

2024-01-17

Christine Kerl

ProbationApplicants@indy.gov

IN

Bartholomew County Youth Service Center

Job description
Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?
Do you want to join a team of people who are hardworking and want to help others?
Do you want to build a career, while making a difference in the world?
If this sounds like you, let us talk!
We’re hiring second shift intake officer at Bartholomew County Youth Services Center.
Our team members are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth. Joining our team is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.
Bartholomew County Youth Services Center is a provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development. Our organization is respected by experts as a highly effective solution for our youth.

What You'll Do
As a Intake Officer, you'll complete admission assessments and determine youths placement in program. You will provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the youth. You'll monitor and document youth behaviors and activities, supervise direct care staff as they facilitate educational, social, athletic and recreational activities, and work in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and/or meet the goals of programming.

Experience is preferred for this role.
Training will be provided.

To Be Considered, You Should
• Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect.
• Be willing and available to work second shift (2:45PM-12:45PM).
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a desire to work with youth with opportunity.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

The Perks
A schedule that allows for more consecutive days off (4, 10 hour shifts)
Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 90 days of employment.
Choice of supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.
Paid Time Off
Apply today and help us make a difference!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: in accordance with Indiana Probation Salary Schedule

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekend availability as needed

1 year experience working with youth
Bachelor Degree
CPR certified
Certified Probation Officer or ability to obtain Probation Certification within 1 year of employment


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

Bachelor Level

Rate according to the Salary Schedule for Probation Officers.
2024
2023

2024-01-17

Mariah Lucas-Georges

mariah.lucas@bartholomew.in.com

2350 Illinois Street

Columbus

IN

47201

Steuben

Incumbent serves as a Probation Officer for the Steuben County Probation Department responsible for preparing Presentence Investigations. Incumbent also serves as a Home Detention Intake Officer for Northeast Indiana Community Corrections.

* Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university.
* Working knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and standard policies as well as knowledge of juvenile code and criminal code.
* Obtain and maintain State required certifications.
* Knowledge of Evidence Based Practices and Motivational Interviewing.

Bachelor Level

Per Minimum Salary Schedule For Probation Officers
2024
2023

2024-01-17

Pam Feller, CPO

pfeller@co.steuben.in.us

205 S. Martha, Suite 201

Angola

IN

46703