Court Probation Officer

Are you looking for a rewarding career that makes a positive impact on a vibrant and growing community? The City of Pasco is looking for a dedicated Court Probation Officer to join our team and play a vital role in supporting rehabilitation, accountability, and positive change! Apply Here!

THE ROLE:

As a Court Probation Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring defendant accountability to the court by monitoring compliance with probation conditions, conducting background investigations, and providing timely reports to the judge.

The ideal candidate for this role will have at least one year of experience in probation services or a related criminal justice field, strong caseload management, assessment, and communication skills, and the ability to foster a culture based on integrity and respect. You will collaborate with the Municipal Court, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and treatment providers to monitor offender progress, provide sentencing recommendations, and coordinate rehabilitation or alternative sentencing programs. Full Job Description listed here.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the job.):

• Bachelor's degree with major study in Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Criminology or related field. 
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of social treatment of offenders and methods of treatment for such problems as drug abuse and alcoholism. 
• One (1) year experience in Probation Services or closely related area in criminal justice field, including caseload management, direct client services, and assessment and referral to rehabilitation/alternative sentencing programs. 

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH THE CITY OF PASCO:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents. Medical is only $153.70/month with a low deductible ($200 individual/$600 family); dental is $11.59/month, and vision is $6.54/month.
• Retirement Security: Participation in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (PERS), offering two plan options with employer contributions. Additional savings are available through the Mission Square deferred compensation plan with a 4% automatic employer pre-tax contribution, plus employee contribution options.
• Life and Disability Insurance: $50,000 in basic life insurance paid by the City, with options for additional life and AD&D coverage. Long-term disability insurance is also available.
• Paid Time Off: Generous leave policies with 12 vacation days in the first year (increasing with tenure), 11 paid holidays per year (10 scheduled, plus 1 floating holiday after probation), and sick leave accruing at 3.7 hours per pay period.
• Additional Perks:
  1. Employee Assistance Program for counseling, legal, and financial services
  2. Flexible Spending Plan for medical, dental, and childcare expenses

SAFETY/WORK CONDITIONS:

• ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed in an office environment. 
• PHYSICAL: Physical effort is needed to perform some activities of the job. May be required to lift objects, supplies and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. 
• HAZARDS: The work is stressful by the nature of contact with offenders, parties with an interest in the offender’s situation, and continual work with criminal justice/Court-related issues. The employee is required to meet with offenders in person and on the telephone

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you. 

Join us in shaping the future and making a real difference and APPLY HERE to submit your application by March 7^th, 2025 For First Review.

Please call or text HR at (509) 545-3408 or email HR@pasco.gov, with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco.  

*The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  

*If your experience does not exactly match each and every qualification, apply anyways!  You may be exactly what we are looking for!

Salary : $68,765 - $82,576