Probation Officers/Assistants

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JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER RECRUIT: Juvenile Detention. Kingman, AZ. Summary: Positions perform journey-level work involved in the care, welfare, custody, and control of juveniles. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum age of 21, prior experience working with juveniles, ability to work varied shifts in a secured facility OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $14.55/hr (2011).

PROGJECT SPECIALIST: Probation Officer, Mental Health Caseload, Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Administrative Office of the Courts. Summary: Under the administrative direction of the Chief of Adult Probation Services and the operational supervision of the Vicinage Chief Probation Officers, the selected candidate will supervise a small specialized caseload of probation clients with mental health needs. The selected candidate will assist these clients in attaining specific goals to successfully complete their probationary term. This individual will also assist in identifying and addressing clients’ psychological, vocational and economic needs, and will monitor their compliance with court-ordered conditions. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in the Behavioral or Social Sciences. Salary: $44,914 - $76,395 (2011).

CHIEF PROBATION OFFICER: Superior Court of Arizona, County of Mohave. Summary: Under administrative direction of the Presiding Superior Court Judge and the Presiding Juvenile Superior Court Judge, the Chief Probation Officer is responsible for directing, planning, and organizing the administrative functions and activities of the combined adult and juvenile Probation Department in Mohave County. Qualifications: Master’s degree in business, management, the social sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university, ten years experience in the field of corrections or probation, or working with offenders or delinquents in some equivalent capacity, with at least five years of progressively increasing responsibility in an administrative supervisory capacity. Salary: $2,939 - $3,940/biweekly (2011).

COURT SERVICES 1: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program, Administrative Office of the Courts. Camden, NJ. Duites: Under the direction of the Regional Supervisor, the selected candidate will assist JISP case supervision officers (Court Services Officer 3) in verifying curfews, treatment, school and community service attendance, conducting interviews, writing assessment reports and performing other duties as required. The selected candidate must assist the JISP supervision officers in identifying educational, vocational, treatment and employment opportunities while monitoring participants for compliance with the program conditions and providing necessary referrals to programs for assistance. The selected candidate must be ableto handle a variety of technical and client support functions in addition to assisting program participants in attaining specific rehabilitative goals that facilitate the successful completion of the Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of case management experience in the field of probation or community development. Salary: $46,448 - $76,097 (2011).

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson Vicinage, Probation Division, Adult Supervision. Summary: The Hudson Vicinage currently has two exciting positions for a Court Services Supervisor 2 located in the Probation Division in the Adult Supervision Unit. Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer) and/or Court Executive 1B (Vicinage Assistant Chief Probation Officer), the selected candidate will supervise and coordinate the diversified work activities of a team, composed of professional, para-professional and clerical support personnel. Duties: Instructs, coaches and evaluates team members on work-related matters providing candid feedback in a constructive manner; regulates flow of work in accordance with operating schedules; and directs work between units or teams. The selected candidate will embrace change; provide direction for achieving organizational, unit and project goals in a positive and enthusiastic manner. The position requires the successful candidate to possess positive attitude, supporting the professional growth of staff, is respectful of clients and co-workers, and brings energy to the job while maintaining a professional demeanor. The successful candidate will be required to lead working groups to solve problems and may be required to attend statewide committee meetings. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasing responsible professional experience, one year which shall included experience in case management, enforcement of court orders, calendar management or program administration including: development, coordination, analysis, implementation administration or research. Salary: $57,830 - $100,406 (2011).

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER RECRUIT: Juvenile Detention, Mohave County. Kingman, AZ. Summary: Positions perform journey-level work involved in the care, welfare, custody, and control of juveniles. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum age of 21, prior experience working with juveniles, ability to work varied shifts in a secured facility OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Successful applicants must also possess a valid Arizona driver’s license, be of good moral character, undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency) and a Credit Check. Offers of employment are conditioned upon the candidate’s successful completion of a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination and pre-employment drug/alcohol screen. Salary: $14.55/hr (2011).

PROBATION COUNSELOR I: Municipal Court. Seattle, WA. Summary: This position performs out-of-custody and/or in-custody probationary services for individuals who have been sentenced by the Municipal Court. Position is exempt from Civil Service and serves at the discretion of the Presiding Judge. Duties: Maintain caseload of probationers with offense types such as DUI, Negligent Driving, Assault, and Domestic Violence. Assess, motivate, counsel, and monitor probationers with a wide variety of problems including but not limited to substance abuse and addiction, mental health issues, sexual deviance, and domestic violence issues to ensure compliance with Court-ordered conditions. Work actively towards the integration of the probationer into the community using community resources. Conduct pre and post-sentence investigation interviews and evaluations of defendants charged with misdemeanor offenses. Required to collect urine samples for urinalysis in laboratory specimen cup. Determine appropriate counseling or treatment plan based on risk and needs assessment, refer probationer to appropriate agency, and provide crisis intervention and referral, if needed. Establish timeframes for completing specific conditions, determine probationer’s ability to comply with conditions and adapt specific monitoring provisions. Manage caseload using an automated case management system that records, tracks, documents, and audits activity. Monitor and assess probationer’s compliance with Court-ordered conditions which includes regular contact with defendant, attorneys, Seattle Police Department, employers, treatment providers, Court, and community agencies. Supervision may include home visits and other community-based work. Prepare and maintain a variety of reports and files including pre-sentence, review, status, or dismissal reports, written assessments and recommendations concerning alternative forms of sentencing, treatment, custody release, and supervision, which are consistent with applicable laws, policies and procedures. Appear in court when required to testify and present findings. Make community/site visits to collateral agencies and treatment providers as needed. Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree that provides the necessary education and skills in dealing with complex legal and human issues, as well as competence in making decisions and using discretionary judgment. One year experience in probation, counseling, interviewing or court/criminal justice system, paid or voluntary. Salary: $30,20 - $35.27/hr (2011).

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER SUPERVISOR: Juvenile Detention, Mohave Superior Court. Kingman, AZ. Summary: Under general supervision, serves as a working supervisor of a shift in overseeing, supervising and performing a variety of functions associated with the operation of the Mohave County Juvenile Detention Center. Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED AND three (3) years of relevant, progressively responsible law enforcement, detention, probation, corrections or closely related experience that includes one (1) year of management and/or supervision OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $20.46/hr (2010).

PROBATION SURVEILLANCE OFFICER I: Department of Probation, Mohave Superior Court. Lake Havasu City, AZ. Summary: Under general supervision, undertakes and performs a variety of entry level tasks associated with the surveillance of adult and juvenile probationers and the supervision and oversight of work crews assigned to perform community restitution as a condition of probation. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or GED and two years of relevant, progressively responsible law enforcement, criminal justice, military, community service program work experience including six months of management or supervisory related experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Must be able to work a varied schedule. Must be at least 21 years of age. Successful applicants must also possess a valid Arizona driver’s license, be of good moral character, undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency) and a Credit Check. Salary: $16.04/hr (2010).

JUVENILE DENTENTION OFFICER RECRUIT: Juvenile Detention, Mohave Superior Court. Kingman, AZ. Summary: Positions perform journey-level work involved in the care, welfare, custody, and control of juveniles. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum age of 21, prior experience working with juveniles, ability to work varied shifts in a secured facility OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Successful applicants must also possess a valid Arizona driver’s license, be of good moral character, undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency) and a Credit Check. $14.55/hr (2010).

DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER I: Mohave County Probation Offices, Superior Court of Arizona. Kingman, Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City, AZ. Summary: Deputy Probation Officers are responsible for the supervision and investigation of adult or juvenile offenders. Duties: This involves reviewing and investigating cases, interviewing offender and families, preparing court reports and recommendations, and supervising adult and/or juvenile probationers. Qualifications: Successful applicants must be 21 years of age and must possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in the behavioral or social sciences, a valid Arizona driver’s license and be of good moral character. Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency) and a Credit Check. Offers of employment are conditioned upon the candidate’s successful completion of a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination and pre-employment drug/alcohol screen. Salary: $18.56 - $19.49/hr (2010).

COURT SERVICES AND PROBATION OFFICER: McHenry County Court Services and Probation, 22nd Judicial Circuit. Summary: Oversees all aspects of the McHenry County Court Services and Probation Department by performing the following duties. Duties: Provide direction in all phases of operation of the McHenry County Probation and Court Services which includes; the achievement of goals; to develop, implement, maintain and evaluate the total program; to disseminate information to those responsible for the direction of the 22nd Judicial Circuit; and direct fiscal control of court related services within the 22nd Judicial Circuit of McHenry County. With the aid of staff input, develop a written philosophy and guidelines pertaining to the criminal justice system, probation and the achievement of realistic goals in the 22nd Judicial Circuit of McHenry County. Direct the ongoing established program; to provide leadership, ideas and support for effective and innovative methods of delivery; to provide staff with appropriate literature, outside consultants and encouragement; to direct supervision of individual department chiefs; and to encourage maximum usage of community resources for treatment and/or training. Prepare and submit a completed budget for the McHenry County Department of Court Services each year anticipating any changes or additions; to appear before the liaison committee to submit and explain said budget; and to give direction and supervision of fiscal controls including the preparation of budgets, bookkeeping methods, fiscal and programmatic reporting, purchasing and general management. Develop levels and standards of professional competencies; to supervise the implementation of programs and standards; to evaluate on a regular periodic basis each staff member; to develop efficient lines of communication; and to encourage ideas and input. Seek and accept opportunities to interpret programs to the public through the use of newspapers, television, radio and speaking engagements for the chief probation officers, staff and judiciary. Give leadership and encouragement to local citizen groups in their efforts to develop local prevention and correction programs; and to relate to and coordinate with existing community programs from which the circuit requires service. Make available to the chief judge, circuit judges and the trial court administrator, on a periodic and systematic manner, pertinent reports pertaining to staff activities, program development and fiscal matters; Attend all Audit and Department of Court Services Committee meetings, and as many conferences as possible pertaining to rehabilitation and/or probation. Qualifications: A master's degree in management, public administration, criminal justice, or social services, and five or more years employment in probation/court services; at least three of which are at a supervisory or administrative level; or A bachelor's degree and seven or more years of employment in probation/court services, at least four of which are at a supervisory or administrative level. Complete a minimum of forty hours training in public administration and probation or related management. This may be completed within the first year of employment. (2010).

DISPROPORITIONATE MINORITY CONTACT/JUVENILE DETENTION ALTERNATIVES/MODEL DELINQUENCY COURT COORDINATOR: Pima County Juvenile Court Center. Tucson, AZ. Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Juvenile Court Administrator, the Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives/Model Delinquency Court Coordinator will coordinate and oversee all aspects of Pima County Juvenile Court’s Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives/Model Delinquency Court Initiatives, which includes working with the Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative/Model Delinquency Court Executive Committee (Executive Committee) to develop and implement the goals and objectives of the initiatives, promote working alliances between judges, prosecutors, defense counsel, law enforcement, probation, detention, service providers, and the community, and serve as a liaison between the Executive Committee, Pima County Juvenile Court Center (PCJCC), The W. Haywood Burns Institute, the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, and the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The incumbent will be expected to devote his or her efforts to working with Court Administration, the Judiciary, and the Executive Committee and other stakeholders, and to program development and implementation. Duties: Oversees and promotes all aspects of the Court’s Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives/ Model Delinquency Court Initiatives. Serves as a liaison between the Executive Committee and PCJCC, between PCJCC and the W. Burns Institute, the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, and Annie E. Casey Foundation. Establishes and maintains a positive and effective working relationship with community members to promote and implement DMC/JDAI/MDC programs. Establishes and maintains an active and effective working relationship with the Judiciary, probation, detention and other divisions within the PCJCC. Provides training to internal PCJCC staff and external stakeholders relating to the Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives/Model Delinquency Court initiatives. Assists the Judiciary, Court Administration, and Executive Committee in developing goals and objectives and in developing and implementing policy. Supports the Judiciary, Court Administration, and Executive Committee membership by participating in meetings and related activities. Coordinates Executive Committee meetings. Coordinates and facilitates work groups to accomplish goals and objectives. Oversees the development and implementation of Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives/ Model Delinquency Court programs, in conjunction with Judicial officers, Court Administration, and the Executive Committee. Coordinates tracking and collection of relevant data for analysis. Analyzes relevant data and drafts reports to appropriate parties. Conducts research into appropriate detention alternatives, Model Delinquency Court, and DMC. Presents reports, data, and other information at public meetings, PCJCC meetings, media, and other forums. Maintains contact with the Executive Committee, Court Administration and Judicial officers between meetings and follows up on requests from Executive Committee and PCJCC. Develops and manages the Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives/ Model Delinquency Court Initiative budgets. Manages Disproportionate Minority Contact/Juvenile Detention Alternatives/ Model Delinquency Court Initiative related grants and related contracts. Assists PCJCC and Executive Committee to identify potential funding sources for Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative, Model Delinquency Court and DMC programs. Attends Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative or DMC conferences, as requested. May supervise, train, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff. Performs related projects and duties as assigned. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, liberal arts, or a related field and a minimum of five years of substantive, professional-level juvenile justice experience, with a minimum of one year of experience in both program development/project management and facilitation of multi-disciplinary planning or workgroups. Salary: $52,023 - $78,035 (2010).

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT: Harris County, TX. Summary: It is the responsibility of the Executive Director to develop and administer policies that will ensure the smooth operation of the Juvenile Probation Department, as well as compliance with State laws. Duties: The Executive Director is responsible for managing a staff of approximately 1400 employees; supervision of about 5600 probationers monthly; overseeing the operation of five (5) juvenile detention facilities; and managing a budget of $100,000,000.00. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Social/Behavioral Science or related field, from an accredited university required, plus twenty (20) years of full time paid experience in the Juvenile Justice field or juvenile related agencies. Additionally, ten (10) years (of the twenty) must demonstrate progressive management experience including supervising/directing programs, services and staff management. Salary: $145,202 (2010).

PROBATION OFFICER ASSISTANT: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Summary: Probation officer assistants serve in a judiciary law enforcement position, under the direction and guidance of a supervisor, provide technical support and assistance to probation officers in a wide range of areas, including assisting with compiling information for investigations; assisting with and supervising offenders; preparing and drafting reports and correspondence; and similar duties. Duties: Under the guidance and direction of an officer, supervise selected caseloads offenders, which may include placing telephone calls, making home/office contacts, and community/field contacts, as well as maintaining files and case records. Conduct investigations and prepare pre-release/furlough, collaterals, and violation reports; which may include placing telephone calls, making home/office contacts, and community/field contacts, as well as maintaining files and case records. Observe and report to supervisors on the lifestyle, personal problems, and needs of offenders/defendants. Assist probation services officers in the performance of investigations, including: compiling criminal histories/profiles, running record checks through local and national databases and files, conducting inquiries with collateral agencies, and similar activities. Visit or contact various local, state, and national law enforcement and regulatory agencies to collect and record information. Provide officers with verifiable and supportable documentation to assist in completion of probation reports. Assist in the development of community resources to meet the special needs of offenders. Collect and conduct urinalysis tests of offenders, following established procedures and protocols. Maintain paper and computerized records of test results. Inform officers regarding test results. Maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials. Maintain inventory of supplies. Enter data and information into the office’s computerized database system. Testify, as necessary, before the Court or Parole Commission. Participate in on-going training programs and have a working knowledge in outcome driven evidence based practices. Qualifications: To qualify for the position of probation officer assistant a person must have earned a minimum of an associates degree. Must have one (1) year of specialized experience (progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedure that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation). Salary: $42,960 - $68,795 (2009).

US PROBATION OFFICER: US District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Detroit, MI. Summary: Probation officers serve in a judiciary law enforcement position and promote community safety, gather information, supervise persons on probation, supervised release, and parole, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports, conduct investigations, and present recommendations to the Court. Duties: Conduct investigations and prepare reports for the Court with recommendations, which requires interviewing offenders/defendants and their families, as well as collecting background data from various sources. An integral part of this process is the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, statutes, Federal Rules of Criminal Procedures, and may include U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, Monographs, and relevant case law. Enforce court-ordered supervision conditions and implement supervision strategies. Maintain personal contact with defendants and offenders. Investigate employment, sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to assess risk and needs. Address substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, and similar problems and implement the necessary treatment or violation proceedings, through assessment, monitoring, and counseling. Collect and conduct urinalysis tests of offenders/defendants, following established procedures and protocols. Maintain paper and computerized records of test results. Maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials. Respond to judicial officer’s request for information and advice. Testify in court as to the basis for factual findings and (if warranted) guideline applications. Serve as a resource to the Court. Maintain detailed written records of case activity. May conduct surveillance and/or plain view seizure at the direction of the Court. Investigate and analyze financial documents and activities and take appropriate action. Interview victim(s) and provide victim impact statements to the court. Ensure compliance with Mandatory Victims Restitution Act. Conduct presentence investigations and respond to any objections. This may include resolving disputed issues and presenting unresolved issues to the Court for resolution. Assess offenders’/ defendants’ level of risk and needs, and develop a blend of strategies for controlling and correcting risks. Communicate with other organizations and persons (such as the U.S. Parole Commission, Bureau of Prisons, law enforcement, treatment agencies, and attorneys) concerning offenders’/defendants’ behavior and conditions of supervision. Identify and investigate violations and implement appropriate alternatives and sanctions. Report violations of the conditions of supervision to the appropriate authorities. Prepare written reports of violation matters, and make recommendations for disposition. Testify at court or parole hearings. Conduct Parole Commission preliminary interviews. Knowledge of, and compliance with, the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and court confidentiality requirements. Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment. Participate in and contribute to on-going training programs, and have a working knowledge in outcome driven evidence based practices. Qualifications: To qualify for entry at Classification Level 27, candidates must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in fields of study such as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, business, or public administration and two years of specialized experience. Salary: $49,923 - $81,119 (2009).

JUVENILE DETENTION TEACHER (SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER): Juvenile Detention. Kingman, Arizona. Summary: Performs professional and administrative work in the basic and special education programs for students in the year round Goal Oriented Learning Development School in the Juvenile Detention Facility. Qualifications: Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field, current Arizona teaching certificate, and two years of increasingly responsible experience in developing curricula, group and/or individual lesson plans and teaching special and basic education. Experience working with special education and/or at-risk children and teaching endorsement in developmental disabilities is preferred. Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency) and a Credit Check. Salary: $1,247.36 - $1,443.20 bi weekly (2009).

DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER I: Mohave County Probation Offices. AZ. Summary: Deputy Probation Officers are responsible for the supervision and investigation of adult or juvenile offenders. Duties: This involves reviewing and investigating cases, interviewing offender and families, preparing court reports and recommendations, and supervising adult and/or juvenile probationers. Qualifications: Successful applicants must be 21 years of age and must possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in the behavioral or social sciences, a valid Arizona driver’s license and be of good moral character. Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency) and a Credit Check. Offers of employment are conditioned upon the candidate’s successful completion of a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination and pre-employment drug/alcohol screen. Salary: $18.56 -$19.49/hr (2009).

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2 (Team Leader, Supervising PO): Burlington Vicinage, Probation Division, Supervision Services Unit, Juvenile Team. Mount Holly, NJ. Summary: The Burlington Vicinage seeks a motivated, organized, and self-directed individual to serves as a Court Services Supervisor 2 in the Probation Division. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive IB (Vicinage Assistant Chief Probation Officer), the successful candidate will monitor, assign, coordinate, evaluate, review, lead and supervise the work activities and staff resources of a team consisting of professional employees who are responsible for enforcing orders of the Court. This position is responsible for assigning workloads and specific duties to staff or team members; directing and coordinating work between units or teams; communicating human resource policies, rules or regulations to team members; scheduling team members work hours or vacation time; conducting formal work performance evaluations with staff; evaluating unit or team performance; overseeing special projects; mediating staff conflicts; reviewing and correcting work of staff and checking written reports for accuracy and completeness. Develops and formulates procedures and/or practices to ensure efficient operations. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with community leaders and organizations is a plus. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; calendar management; program administration to include development, analysis, implementation, administration, or research; the supervision, monitoring, and intervention of offenders; or the enforcement of court orders. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $52,667.68 - $91,442.69. (2008)

PROBATION OFFICER: Probation Division, Drug Court, Somerset County Courthouse, Vicinage 13, Superior Court of New Jersey. Somerville, NJ. Summary: This is a reassignment opportunity. Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer) or other supervisory personnel, the selected individual will administer the day-to-day operations of a supervision caseload of drug court offenders while working in a strong team-like environment of consensus decision making. Duties: Specific duties will include, but are not limited to: conducting case planning; performing extensive field work; working regular alternative hours; conducting unannounced home visits; performing curfew checks; collaborating with treatment providers; performing drug testing; working with automated systems including CAPS, Promis Gavil, ACT/ATS; testifying in court proceedings; preparing reports as required and performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Employees in a basic-level position must have at least one year of permanent service in title. Employees in the higher-level position must have successfully completed the probationary period in title. Salary: Current salary will remain for lateral reassignments. (2009)

PROBATION OFFICER: Court Social Services, District of Columbia Courts. Summary: Supervises and monitors pre and post adjudicated juveniles placed on probation in the community as well as those detained during adjudication through direct case management, coordination of an array of supportive services, tracking of re-arrests, etc., in accordance with Division case classification standards. Duties: Visits home to conduct home status visits and curfew monitoring (consistent with law enforcement classification), school, community agencies and service providers. Analyzes and investigates critical information to produce comprehensive written reports for the judiciary. Provides oral presentations and recommendations in formal court hearings. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Appointees to probation officer positions must not have passed their 37th birthday in the month of appointment in order to qualify for mandatory law enforcement separation/retirement at age fifty-seven. Previous qualifying law enforcement experience under CSRS or FERS may be counted toward eligibility. Applicants must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license and have access to transportation. Salary: $50,408 - $95,026. (2009)

DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER 1: Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County, Probation Department, Northern Mohave County, AZ. Summary: Position is responsible for the supervision and investigation of adult or juvenile offenders. Duties: This involves reviewing and investigating cases, interviewing offender and families, preparing court reports and recommendations, and supervising adult or juvenile probationers. Qualifications: Successful applicants must be 21 years of age and must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably in the behavioral or social sciences, a valid Arizona driver’s license, and be of good moral character. Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency) and a Credit Check. Offers of employment are conditioned upon the candidate’s successful completion of a psychological evaluation and polygraph examination. Full-time 40 hour per week benefits eligible position. Salary: $18.56 per hour. (2009)

BILINGUAL PROBATION OFFICER: New Jersey Courts. NJ. Duties: Self-starters interested in playing a critical role in the New Jersey trial courts would perform the following duties: recommend and analyze court cases for presentation to judges and attorneys; prepare court reports and case notes for hearings; supervise adults or juveniles placed on probation; monitor and enforce court orders and conditions of probation, and/or; identify service needs and required interventions. Bilingual probation officers have the added capability of being able to communicate in the probationer’s native language. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by 24 credit hours in social/behavioral sciences; and successful performance on the New Jersey Civil Service Commission competitive exam. The Bilingual Probation Officer title also requires successful performance on the Bilingual (Spanish) Communicative Test. Salary: $40,707.23. (2009)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Probation Division, Middlesex Vicinage, Superior Court of NJ. New Brunswick, NJ. Summary: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer) is responsible for assisting in the direction and supervision of the daily operations of the Probation Division. Duties: Evaluate the performance of staff. Mentor/coach staff; provide direction and feedback. Confer with members of a case management team for program or case management. Recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices. Recommend procedures to ensure compliance with court orders. Interview job or team applicants. Recommend changes to organizational structure or work processes. Recommend or initiate disciplinary action or recognition of employees. Supervise employees. Recommend personnel actions (such as hiring, firing, promoting, disciplining or demoting). Reconcile work of staff or team members. Correct work of staff or team members. Determine staff or team members’ training needs. Instruct staff or team members on work-related matters. Conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff or team members. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one (1) of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing and coordinating program or case related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience as indicated above. Knowledge of case processing is helpful. Supervisory experience is helpful. Knowledge of probation programs is helpful. Salary: $65,691.06 - $97,989.16. (2009)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Morris County Courthouse, Probation Division. Morristown, NJ. Summary: The Judiciary of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Vicinage, is seeking an articulate, highly motivated, dynamic professional with strong communication, customer service and writing skills to lead in a challenging environment. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B, Vicinage Chief Probation Officer, the selected individual will assist in directing and supervising the everyday operations of the Child Support and Court Services sections of the Probation Division and will exhibit sound decision making and strong conflict management skills. He or she will represent the division’s interests on various state and local committees; will coordinate activities between or among agencies or other government units; prepare and analyze statistical reports; provide information to judges, attorneys or community organizations; review court activities for compliance with laws, court rules, or administrative directives; recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; initiate activities to improve the delivery of services; recommend disciplinary and/or employee recognition actions; determine goals and objectives, assess training needs and requirements to enhance skills of staff; interview job applicants and conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff. Candidate may perform other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating programs or case related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $65,691.06 -$97,989.16. (2008)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Probation Division, Somerset County Courthouse, NJ. Summary: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (Division Manager) and other supervisory personnel, the selected individual will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a team whose duties will include ensuring that team members function in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, rules, directives, policies and procedures; effective processing of cases assigned to the team; assisting with the development of division policies, procedures and systems; and performing other related duties as assigned. Duties: Specific duties will include: attending state level meetings regarding supervision activities pertaining to programmatic and legislative changes; training existing staff on new policies and procedures; will conduct regularly scheduled case plan reviews and conferences. Will be expected to work a flexible schedule of one late evening per month to cover late reporting and field activity. This evening will alternate from Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, supervision and monitoring and intervention with offenders; enforcement of court orders, calendar management or program administration including: development, coordination, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $52,667.68 - $91,442.69 (2008)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 3: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, AOC, New Jersey. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking detail-oriented individuals with take-charge skills who enjoy working with people to join the state’s Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program. Duties: Under the general supervision of the Regional Supervisor of ISP or other supervisory personnel, the selected individuals will supervise high-risk offenders, and assist program participants in attaining specific goals that ensure the successful completion of the Intensive Supervision Program. The selected candidates will assist in identifying vocational, economic and psychological needs while monitoring participants for compliance with program conditions providing necessary programs and assistance. Duties will also include completing assessment reports, performing supervisory assignments, and other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Four years of increasingly responsible experience in casework involving supervising offenders, gathering and analyzing case-related information; determining client needs; providing access to social services, therapeutic interventions or rehabilitative assistance; and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. Salary: $60,419 - $92,719 (2008)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 1: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, AOC, New Jersey. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking organized individuals with administrative experience to join the Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program. Duties: The selected candidates must be able to handle a variety of technical and client support functions in a fast-paced office environment in addition to preparing ISP assessments and assisting ISP field supervision officers in developing community sponsors, network teams, group and individual community service sites, and employment opportunities for applicants and participants in the ISP program. Other duties may include assisting field officers in verifying curfews, treatment and community service attendance; coordinating volunteer services of ISP graduates; and performing other related duties. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of case management experience in the field of probation or community development. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $42,301 - $69,303 (2008)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Cumberland County, Probation Division/Drug Court, New Jersey. Duties: Under the general direction of the Division Manager and/or Court Assistant, manages and coordinates the diversified work activities of a team composed of professional, para-professional and support staff working within a case processing division. The selected individual will motivate and develop members of the team in order to encourage cooperation, foster commitment and team spirit so that customers receive results in a timely manner. This person will also identify and analyze problems in order to implement and enforce court orders; supervise and monitor offenders and manage caseloads. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in. Interpreting: interpreting legal proceedings and translating court-related documents; or case managements; or supervision and monitoring and intervention with offenders; or enforcement of court orders; or calendar management; or program administration including; developing, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $52,667.68 - $91,442.69 (2008)

COURT EXECUTIVE 2B: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, AOC, Trenton, New Jersey. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary, Probation Services Division, is seeking an individual with strong management skills to serve in the chief level position in the Intensive Supervision Program Unit. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2a (Manager, Intensive Supervision Program) or other Court Executive, the selected individual will supervise the day to day operations of the regional office; plan, schedule and coordinate the work of the professional and support staff, supervise and work with Intensive Supervision Program (ISP) Officers in the counseling, guidance and control of program participants, their families, communities and sponsors; monitor expenditures of funds at the local office; devise work methods, procedures and workflow to assure the objectives of the ISP Program are achieved; and perform other duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of managerial experience which shall have included responsibility for the development and management of budgets, staff, information systems and administrative operations; development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures; and supervision of professional staff. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary:$76,639 - $108,937 (2008)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B – VICINAGE ASSISTANT CHIEF PROBATION OFFICER: Superior Court of New Jersey, Middlesex Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B is responsible for assisting in the direction and supervision of the daily operations of the Probation Division. Evaluate the performance of staff. Mentor/coach staff; provide direction and feedback. Confer with members of a case management team for program or case management. Recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices. Recommend procedures to ensure compliance with court orders. Interview job or team applicants. Recommend changes to organizational structure or work processes. Recommend or initiate disciplinary action or recognition of employees. Supervise employees. Recommend personnel actions (such as hiring, firing, promoting, disciplining or demoting). Reconcile work of staff or team members. Correct work of staff or team members. Determine staff or team members’ training needs. Instruct staff or team members on work related matters. Conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff or team members. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing and coordinating program or case related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Knowledge of case processing is helpful. Supervisory experience is helpful. Salary: $65,691.06 - $97,989.16. (2008)

PROBATION SERVICES CLERK: Probation - Kingman Duties: Under close to general supervision, this position performs generalized legal clerical and/or secretarial tasks of routine difficulty associated with the operation, functions and duties of Mohave County Probation. Incumbents perform assigned routine/standardized or recurring job duties and as experience is gained, incumbents work more independently on an expanded variety of assigned duties. Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or GED AND one (1) year of relevant clerical, customer service, secretarial or closely related experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Salary: $11.40 per hour (2008)

PROBATION SURVEILLANCE OFFICER: Probation-Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City. Duties: The Mohave County Probation Department seeks to establish a hiring register for the position of Probation Surveillance Officer I. This position is responsible for assisting officers in monitoring and enforcing the conditions of probation for adult/juvenile offenders and overseeing various community work service projects. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or G.E.D., two years law enforcement experience in surveillance, investigation or related field, ability to work a varied schedule and minimum age of 21 years. Salary: $16.04 per hour (2008)

YOUTH CARE WORKER RECRUIT: Mohave County Probation Department, Juvenile Detention, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Performs entry-level work involved in the processing, supervision, welfare, treatment and care of clients participating in the substance abuse treatment program. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or equivalent and prior detention officer experience in a juvenile detention center or related detention facility, or residential treatment center experience. Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency), credit check, psychological evaluation and polygraph. Salary: $14.55/hr. (2008)

DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER I/II: Mohave County Probation Department, Varying Post & Job Site Assignments. Summary: The Mohave County Probation Department has career opportunities available for individuals interested in providing probation services to adult and juvenile offenders. Duties: Deputy Probation Officers are responsible for the supervision and investigation of adult or juvenile offenders. This involves reviewing and investigating cases, interviewing offender and families, preparing court reports and recommendations, and supervising adult or juvenile probationers. Qualifications: Successful applicants must be 21 years of age and must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably in the behavioral or social sciences, a valid Arizona driver’s license and be of good moral character. Successful applicants must also undergo and successfully complete a criminal history/background investigation (felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending upon the number, severity and recency), credit check, psychological evaluation, and polygraph examination. Salary: $18.56 - $19.49 per hour. (2008)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Sussex County Courthouse, Probation Division, Newton, New Jersey Summary: The Morris/Sussex Vicinage is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to supervise a team of Adult Probation Officers in the Sussex County Probation Division. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer) or other supervisory personnel, the selected candidate will manage, coordinate, and oversee the diversified work activities of a team of adult supervision officers. The selected candidate will instruct, supervise, and evaluate team members on work related matters; regulate the flow of work in accordance with Outcome Based Supervision Policies and direct work between this unit and those other units within Probation Services and other Divisions within the Judiciary. The successful candidate should possess strong communication and inter personal skills, as well as be customer service oriented. Alternate work week hours will apply tot his position. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college of university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, supervision, monitoring and intervention with offenders, enforcement of court orders, calendar management, or program administration including: development, coordination, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $52,667.68-$91,442.69. (2008)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Burlington Vicinage, Probation Division. Summary: The Burlington Vicinage seeks a motivated, organized and self-directed individual to serve as a Court Services Supervisor 2 in the Probation Division. Under the general direction of the Court Executive 1B (Vicinage Assistant Chief Probation Officer), the selected candidate will monitor, assign, evaluate, review, lead and oversee the work activities and staff resources of a team or work unit consisting of professional, paraprofessional and/or support staff employees. Duties: This position is responsible for assigning workloads and specific duties to staff or team members; directing and coordinating work between units or teams; communicating human resources policies, rules or regulations to team members; scheduling team members’ work hours or vacation time; conducting formal work performance evaluations with staff, evaluating unit or team performance; overseeing special projects; mediating staff conflicts; reviewing and correcting work of staff and checking written reports for accuracy and completeness. He/She leads a case management team and develops and formulates procedures and/or practice to ensure efficient operations. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management; enforcement of court orders, calendar management or program administration including development, analysis, implementation, administration, or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $52,667.68-$91,442.69 (2008)

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COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris and Sussex Vicinage – Probation Division. Summary: The Judiciary of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Vicinage, is seeking an articulate, highly motivated, dynamic professional with strong communication, customer service and writing skills to lead in a challenging environment. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B, Vicinage Chief Probation Officer, the selected individual will assist in directing and supervising the everyday operations of the child support and juvenile supervision sections of the Probation Division. He or she will represent the division’s interests on various state and local committees; will coordinate activities between or among agencies or other government units; prepare and analyze statistical reports; provide information to judges, attorneys or community organizations; review and analyze statistical reports; provide information to judges, attorneys or community organizations; review court activities for compliance with laws, court rules, or administrative directives; recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; initiate activities to improve the delivery of services; recommend disciplinary and/or employee recognition actions; determine goals and objectives, assess training needs and requirements to enhance skills of staff; interview job applicants and conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff. Candidate may perform other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating programs or case related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $65,691.06 - $97,989.16. (2008)

PROBATION OFFICER (BILINGUAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris and Sussex Vicinage. Summary: Probation Officers work under the direction of the Division Manager or Vicinage Chief Probation Officer and appropriate supervisor. Duties: Probation Officers supervise adults or juveniles who have been placed on probation; prepare reports and case notes; recommend cases to court for adjudication; prepare cases for hearing; monitor and enforce conditions of probation and/or court orders; conduct home/field visits; analyze cases in accordance with existing laws, regulations or professional practices; identify clients’ or customers’ case management needs; review case status with judges or division managers; consult with judges, attorneys or law clerks for litigants with regard to special problems or pending cases; analyze case histories; prioritize cases; monitor case flow or outcomes; advise judges on case issues; and confer with members of a case management team for program case management. Qualifications: Open to employees of the New Jersey Judiciary who are currently serving in a title listed below, have an aggregate of one year of permanent service as of the closing date, and who meet the education requirement listed below: Investigator or Investigator Bilingual. Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by 24 credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences. Testing: Candidates selected to serve in a bilingual variant title must pass the New Jersey Department of Personnel (NJDOP) Bilingual Communicative Ability Testing (BICAT) performance examination or provide proof of having established bilingual proficiency with NJDOP. Salary: $38,614.15-$62,358.52. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Mercer Vicinage. Summary: The Mercer Vicinage is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to supervise a team in the Adult Unit of its Probation Division. The selected candidate will manage and coordinate the diversified work activities of a team composed of professional, paraprofessional, and clerical support personnel. Duties: The successful candidate will monitor, assign, evaluate, lead, and oversee the work activities and allocation of resources of a team; develop procedures to ensure efficient operations; regulate the flow of work in accordance with Outcome Based Supervision standards; provide direction for achieving goals; assure that quality standards are met; recommend and/or implement personnel actions (hiring, firing, promoting, demoting, disciplining, rewarding); determine staff training needs; and mediate conflict among team members. Alternate workweek hours apply to this position. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in: case management; and/or supervision, monitoring and intervention with offenders, and program administration including: development, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $51,458.51-$89,343.13. (2007)

PROBATION SURVEILLANCE OFFICER: Probation-Mohave County. Duties: The Mohave County Probation Department seeks to establish a hiring register for the position of Probation Surveillance Officer I. This position is responsible for assisting officers in monitoring and enforcing the conditions of probation for adult/juvenile offenders and overseeing various community work service projects. Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or G.E.D., two years law enforcement experience in surveillance, investigation or related field, ability to work a varied schedule and minimum age of 21 years. Salary: $16.04 per hour (2007)

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ASSISTANT CHIEF PROBATION OFFICER: Superior Court of Arizona, Mohave County. Duties: Position is an unclassified at-will position serving at the pleasure of the Presiding Judge under administrative supervision of the Chief Probation Officer. Under administrative direction, assists in the day-to-day oversight, management, administration and supervision of all functions associated with the overall operations of adult and juvenile probation and related services. Participates in a variety of probation-related personnel management, fiscal management, records management, office management, space and equipment management, public education, research and advisory services and intergovernmental relates related to probation operations and services. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree with a preference in the behavioral sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university (as required by Arizona Revised Statutes A.R.S. 8-203, A.R.S.12 - 251 and Part 6, Chapter 1, Section 6-106 of the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration) AND seven (7) years experience in the fields of corrections or probation, or working with offenders or delinquents in some equivalent capacity with at least two (2) years of progressively increasing responsibility in an administrative or supervisory capacity OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge and skills have been achieved. A Master’s Degree is preferred. Salary: $2,479.20-$2,603.20 Bi-weekly (DOQ) (2007)

PROBATION OFFICER (BILINGUAL – SPANISH AND ENGLISH): Probation Division, Somerset County Courthouse, Somerville, New Jersey. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2b (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer) and other supervisory personnel, this individual will be responsible for supervising a mixed caseload of adult and juvenile probationers in both the Somerset County Probation Division and the Hunterdon County Probation Division. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to: enforcing conditions of probation and/or court orders for each offender; classifying each case in accordance with the orders of supervision; preparing and writing reports and case notes; conducting home/field visits; administering and monitoring urine testing; making visits to the detention facilities or jail; using the personal computer and mainframe applications and performing other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by twenty-four credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences. Salary: $37,764.45 (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2 (CONFIDENTIAL): Sussex County Judicial Center, Probation Division, Newton, New Jersey. Summary: The Morris/Sussex Vicinage currently has an opening for an energetic, dependable, detail-oriented individual to work as an Administrative Specialist 2 in the Probation Division. Duties: Under the direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer) or other supervisory personnel, the selected individual will be responsible for providing support to the Sussex Probation Division. Specific duties include preparing confidential reports; serving as division timekeeper; serving as division contact regarding purchases, expenditures, and budgeting needs; providing technical advice to staff, peers, or management; drafting correspondence reports, or proposals; scheduling meetings, appointments, and interviews; and recommending improvements in operating procedures, work processes, or administrative practices. The selected candidate will perform other related tasks as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of paraprofessional experience in program evaluation, administrative operations, or human resources. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $36,746.12 - $60,202.39 (2007)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 1: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Intensives Supervision Program, AOC. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking organized individuals with administrative experience to join the Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program. Duties: The selected individuals must be able to handle a variety of technical and client support functions in a fast-paced office environment in addition to preparing ISP assessments and assisting ISP field supervision officers in developing community sponsors, network teams, group and individual community service sites, and employment opportunities for applicants and participants in the ISP program. Other duties may include assisting field officers in verifying curfews, treatment and community service attendance; coordinating volunteer services of ISP graduates; and performing other related duties. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of case management experience in the field of probation or community development. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $40-420 - $66,222. (2007)

COURT SERVICES OFFICER 3: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program, AOC. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking detail-oriented individuals with take-charge skills who enjoy working with people to join the state’s Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program. Duties: Under the general supervision of the Regional Supervisor of ISP or other supervisory personnel, the selected individuals will supervise high-risk offenders, and assist program participants in attaining specific goals that ensure the successful completion of the Intensive Supervision Program. The selected candidates will assist in identifying vocational, economic and psychological needs while monitoring participants for compliance with program conditions providing necessary programs and assistance. Duties will also include completing assessment reports, performing supervisory assignments, and other related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Four years of increasingly responsible experience in casework involving supervising offenders, gathering and analyzing case-related information; determining client needs; providing access to social services, therapeutic interventions or rehabilitative assistance; and/or preparing reports of findings and recommendations. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience. Salary: $57,733 - $88,596. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Probation Division, Camden Vicinage, Camden, New Jersey. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 1B, (Vicinage Assistant Chief Probation Officer) or other high level official, supervises, monitors, coordinates, and oversees the activities of a designated probation team(s). Instructs, evaluates and organizes program activities for the team(s). Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one (1) year of which shall have included experience in Case Management, Calendar Management, or Program Administration including development, analysis, implementation, administration or research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14 (2007)

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ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program, AOC, New Jersey. Duties: Duties will include compiling and verifying data for research projects; analyzing data using statistical software; creating charts for graphical representation of data; drafting correspondence and reports; providing technical assistance and training to ISP staff; creating and maintaining inventory control systems; writing documentation for system processes, researching equipment needs; contacting vendors for product quotes and preparing purchase requests; participating in work unit meetings; performing related duties as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. One year of paraprofessional experience in the area of Program Evaluation: program development, coordination, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year for year basis. Knowledge of research methodology, SAS (or other statistical software), PC hardware/software, Blackberry, Treo Smartphone is helpful. Salary: $36,746 - $60,202. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 4: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Child Support Enforcement Services Unit, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking an administrative professional to join the Probation Services Division, Child support Enforcement Unit. Duties: Under the direction of an Administrative Supervisor, or other supervisory personnel, the individual will assist in developing or updating enforcement procedures as required by Federal and State regulations or statutes. Additional duties include providing assistance and training to vicinage staff on child support policies and procedures and on various automated systems used for enforcement or location purposes. Staff and provide support for various child support subcommittees. Prepare specialized reports for program evaluation and performance monitoring as needed and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Five years of professional experience in program evaluation: program development, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word would be helpful. Salary: $55,264 - $86,127. (2007)

PROBATION OFFICER (BILINGUAL): Superior Court of New Jersey, Middlesex Vicinage. Duties: Under supervision, interviews clients, customers or complainants; answers questions posed by public, clients, customers, complainants, subordinates or supervisors; verifies addresses, employment or community contacts of prospective probationers; monitors clients or customers’ payment patterns of court ordered payments; investigates clients’ or customers’ personal or criminal histories; schedules meetings, appointments or interviews; verifies entered data against source documents; gathers relevant facts pertaining to case; monitors location of clients or customers; compiles records or other written materials; completes standard form letters; determines status of criminal, customer or service complaints in accordance with established procedures or regulations; prepares investigative fact-finding reports; advises judges on case issues; prepares cases for hearing; recommends treatment programs for clients or customers; recommends therapeutic or rehabilitative placements; conducts home visits; recommends social services agencies or community organizations to clients or customers; refers clients to treatment programs based on compliance with terms o probation; drafts correspondence, reports; provides guidance to clients or customers with personal problems or specific needs (e.g., social, emotional, financial, vocational, rehabilitative); participates in team/work unit meetings; provides guidance to the families or guardians of clients or customers, including recommendation of treatment programs and counseling alternatives; recommends procedures to ensure compliance with court orders; provides testimony as an officer of the courts; collects samples or specimens to test for alcohol or substance abuse. Performs related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by 24 credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences. To be permanently appointed, the selected individual must have filed for and taken the NJ Dept of Personnel administered state-wide examination and be reachable on the resulting eligible list for Middlesex Vicinage. Salary: $37,764.45 - $60,986.33. (2007)

PROBATION OFFICER – BILINGUAL (SPANISH & ENGLISH): Superior Court of New Jersey. Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. Probation Division. Summary: Under the direction of the Court Executive 1b (Vicinage Assistant Probation Officer) and other supervisory personnel, this individual will be responsible for supervising a caseload of juvenile offenders with a variety of personal and behavioral problems in the Supervision Unit. Duties: Specific duties will include enforcing all court orders for each offender; classifying each case in accordance with the orders of supervision; administering both urine and oral swab testing; making institutional visits to detention facilities or jails; developing and implementing appropriate plans that will address the needs of each probationer; maintaining an appropriate contact standard which includes personal, field, report night and agency contacts; and performing other related duties as assigned. NOTE: Field night and report night hours are required. Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by twenty-four credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences. Candidate selected must provide official transcript prior to start date. This position is in the career (classified) service. Since an open-competitive certification for this location is currently not available, applicants selected from this recruitment will be appointed provisionally. To be permanently appointed, the selected individual must file for the New Jersey Department of Personnel (NJDOP) Open Competitive Exam, be reachable on the resulting list for the Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage and pass a NJDOP Bilingual Communicative Ability Test (BICAT) performance examination or provide proof of having established bilingual proficiency with the NJDOP. Salary: $37,764.45. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage, Probation Division. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Probation Division Manager) or Court Executive 1b (Assistant Probation Division Manager), the individual will provide technical advise to staff, peers or management; review court rules or administrative directives; answer questions posed by public, clients, customers, complainants or supervisors; train employee in areas such as judiciary policies or procedures; participate in team or work unit meetings; check written reports; compile records or other written materials; inform managers about employees’, clients’ or customers’ work progress or related matters. Perform related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. One year of paraprofessional experience in the area of program evaluation: program development, coordination, program analysis, program administration or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. Salary: $36,746.12 - $60,202.39. (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B: Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth Vicinage. Summary: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2b (Division Manager), the Monmouth Vicinage is seeking two highly motivated, dynamic professionals to perform and lead in a challenging environment. The selected individuals will ensure the effective and efficient management of cases by managing staff functions and resources within the Family and Probation (Child Support Enforcement, Juvenile or Adult Supervision) Divisions. Duties: The Court Executive 1b will assist in directing and supervising the daily operations of the division. Including but not limited to: case management; monitor case work flow; collect or maintain case statistics to generate status reports; recommend procedures to ensure compliance with court orders, laws, court rules and administrative directives; inform clients or customers about available services or agency support programs; provide information to the public (clients, customers and organizations), complainants, judges, attorneys, subordinates or supervisors; serve on committees or task forces; establish working relationships and/or coordinate activities with unions, social service agencies or outside organizations; recommend improvement in operating procedures or administrative practices; arrange training for staff or team members; evaluate staff performance; conduct formal work performance evaluations with staff or team members; develop performance standards; recommend personnel action; inform managers about unresolved staff or team conflicts; respect and treat all personnel, clients and the public with dignity. Performs other related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, one of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing and coordinating program or case-related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience on a year for year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. Experience working with diverse populations is helpful. Salary: $64,245.54 - $95,832.92. (2007)

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PROBATION OFFICER – BILINGUAL IN SPANISH & ENGLISH: New Jersey Judiciary. Duties: Self-starters interested in making a difference are needed to perform the following duties in the New Jersey trial courts: recommend and analyze court cases for presentation to judges and attorneys; prepare court reports and case notes for hearings; supervise adults or juveniles placed on probation; monitor and enforce court orders and conditions of probation; monitor and enforce child support court orders; and/or identify service needs and required interventions. Key entry-level positions will be filled from the New Jersey Department of Personnel eligible list as they become available in the Criminal, Family and Probation Divisions of the 21 county trial courts. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the behavioral or social sciences OR a bachelor’s degree in any area including or supplemented by 24 credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences is required. Salary: $37,764.45 - $38,614. (2007)

OFFICE SUPERVISOR: Probation, Kingman, AZ. Duties: Under general supervision, oversees, manages, supervises, undertakes and performs a variety of tasks associated with the administrative, business and clerically-oriented processes of the Mohave County Probation Department. Serves as working supervisor providing backup and support to subordinates; oversees human resource related duties involving recruitment, staffing, training, performance management, disciplinary and corrective actions for the Probation Department; implements operational policies and procedures; determines compliance and quality control; maintains records, logs, and reports; undertakes special projects. Qualifications: Requires Associate’s Degree in judicial, business, or public administration or related field and 3+ years of relevant progressively responsible office management, staff management, staff training, human resource, or closely related field that includes at least one (1) year of management or supervisory experience. Experience above the minimum stated may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the college education. Salary: $1,761.60/bi-weekly. (2007)

OPERATIONAL REVIEW SPECIALIST V: Supreme Court of Arizona, AOC, Adult Probation Services. Duties: Under the general direction of the Program Services Manager, the Operational Review Specialist is responsible for planning, managing and conducting the operational review process for the fifteen adult probation departments statewide, which includes examining the adult programs and activities for efficiency, effectiveness, adherence to and compliance with the Arizona Constitution, statutes, court rules Arizona Code of Judicial Administrations (ACJA) administrative orders, funding agreements, contracts, policies and procedures, protocols and analysis and validation of data collection and performance measures. The Operational Review Specialist is instrumental in evaluating departments’ use of Evidence Based Practices principles and providing recommendations to further departments’ efforts towards full implementation. Qualifications: The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field and have at least one year experience in either accounting or auditing and five years experience in community corrections or a related field; a Master’s Degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of Arizona ’s criminal justice system and adult probation programs and be highly organized and detail oriented. This position travels in-state approximately 50% of the time. Salary: $45,951 - $55,141. (2007)

JUVENILE INTENSIVE SUPERVISION PROGRAM INTERN: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Duties: Under the general direction and supervision of a Court Executive (Regional Supervisor) or other supervisory personnel, the intern provides assistance to the Juvenile Intensive Supervision Program Officers with admission investigations; verifies compliance with treatment conditions; drafts investigation reports; interacts with community volunteers; and performs related work as required. Qualifications: Senior or graduate student at an accredited college with a major course study in Criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science area. NOTE: Interns are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, not to exceed 944 hours in a fiscal year. Salary: $8.35 - $11.48. (2007)

INTENSIVE SUPERVISION PROGRAM INTERN: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program, AOC, Trenton, New Jersey. Duties: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking student interns to join our Intensive Supervision Program to provide assistance in the ongoing evaluation of the program and assist in the compilation of information for various research reports through the coding of participant criminal history data; maintaining the flagged arrest notification data; and assisting with recidivism studies. Qualifications: Senior or graduate student at an accredited college with a major course study in Criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science area. Interns are required to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, not to exceed 944 hours in a fiscal year. Salary: $8.35 - $14.64. (2007)

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST 3: Office of Trial Court Services, Probation Services Division, Intensive Supervision Program, AOC, Trenton, NJ. Summary: The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Probation Services Division in the Intensive Supervision Program. Duties: The selected candidate will assist in designing, planning and implementing quantitative research and evaluation projects to determine program effectiveness; assist in compiling and analyzing relevant data utilizing various statistical techniques and software; prepare technical and analytical reports; and perform other duties as required. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Three years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: program development, program analysis, program administration, or administrative research. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of experience as indicated above. NOTE: Knowledge of research methodology, SAS (or other statistical software), FoxPro (or other database software) is helpful. Salary: $41,684 - $67,609. (2007)

COURT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 2: Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage. Duties: Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Probation Division Manager) and/or Court Executive 1B (Assistant Probation Manager), manages and coordinates the diversified work activities of a team, composed of professional, paraprofessional and clerical support personnel, provides direct service to the Judge. Instructs and evaluates staff or team members on work-related matters; regulate flow of work in accordance with operating schedules; and direct work between units or teams. Supervise clerical, administrative, and other support activities. The selected candidate will also assign workload or specific duties to staff or team members, determine staff or team training needs; mentor and coach staff; provide direction and feedback; recommend procedures or practice to ensure efficient court/unit operations; review and correct work of staff or team members; lead a case management team; assure established standards are met; recommend and/or implement personnel actions. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Three years of increasingly responsible professional experience, one year of which shall have included experience in case management, enforcement of court orders or calendar management. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $50,326.07 - $87,377.14. (2007)

COURT EXECUTIVE 1B (ASSISTANT PROBATION DIVISION MANAGER): Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean Vicinage, Probation Division. Summary: The Ocean vicinage is seeking a highly motivated individual with strong leadership, supervisory, personnel management and administrative skills to join the Probation Division Management Team. Under the general direction of the Court Executive 2B (Vicinage Chief Probation Officer), the selected candidate will be responsible for the administration, direction, coordination and evaluation of all activities for a major section (Child Support Enforcement or Supervision – to be determined) of the Probation Division. Duties: Specific duties include assisting in developing and administering policies, statutes, court rules and directives; preparing and administering the budget; recommending assignment of personnel; determining goals and objectives; administering grievances procedures and disciplinary actions; overseeing the collection and disbursement of all court ordered monies; arranging training for personnel; supervising and evaluating staff. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. (NOTE: A college or university transcript is required). Three years of increasingly responsible professional administrative experience, one year of which shall have included experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating programs or case-related activities. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute paraprofessional and professional experience for education on a year-for-year basis. A master’s degree may be substituted for one year of general experience as indicated above. A law degree may be substituted for two years of general experience as indicated above. Salary: $64,245 - $95,832.92. (2007)

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