What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer I position at Cobb County Government?
Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to provide supervision and case management to offenders placed on court probation.
This position requires working a flexible schedule, i.e., some evening, some weekend, via rotating on-call schedule.
Essential Functions
Provides probationary supervision for a caseload of juvenile offenders; reviews court records and court orders: determines obligations of offenders; conducts intake interviews; collects and records case intake data; obtained school records and obtains family social history; explains conditions of probation and related programs and the consequences of probation violation; installs ankle monitors and tracks youth utilizing tracking software; performs drug screening; transports juveniles as required; prepares reports for use in screening and placement of youth; maintains regular communication with probationers, parents/guardians; and closes cases or discharges juvenile from supervision per case time limit.
Formulates case plans for offenders: makes home, school, and/or field visits; establishes goals and sanctions; secures court ordered or sanctioned services with partnering agencies; assists youth with making amends with victim; monitors compliance with completion of restitution; makes referrals regarding counseling, community service, tutoring, mentoring, and work readiness training; and monitors clients' school and work attendance and participation in resource programs.
Performs court officer/reporter duties: schedules, prepares, and presents cases within mandated time limits; provides notification to juveniles and families of upcoming hearings; identifies witnesses, victims, and other relevant individuals needed to appear in court; prepares and executes subpoenas, summonses, and other legal documents; provides testimony in court; conducts case related research; and makes recommendation for dispensation of cases.
Identifies community resources designed to meet the needs of children and families: recruits, screens, and matches probated juvenile offenders to participate in approved programs; screens offenders for willingness and appropriateness; refers parents to community outreach and social service programs as needed; and coordinates with other agencies to assist families with obtaining healthcare and medical coverage.
Identifies community resources designed to meet the needs of children and families: recruits, screens, and matches probated juvenile offenders to participate in approved programs; screens offenders for willingness and appropriateness; refers parents to community outreach and social service programs as needed; and coordinates with other agencies to assist families with obtaining healthcare and medical coverage.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related field required; supplemented by one year experience in probation case management, criminal justice or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as violence, or rude/irate customers.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01
I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
06
How many years of experience do you have in case management, criminal justice or related field?
Please describe your experience in case management, criminal justice or related field. This experience must be verifiable in the Employment History section of your application. Enter N/A is this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
08
How many years of experience do you have working in a juvenile court or with a related agency?
Are you willing and available to work a flexible schedule, i.e., evenings and weekend rotating on-call schedule?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
The purpose of this classification is to provide supervision and case management to offenders placed on court probation.
This position requires working a flexible schedule, i.e., some evening, some weekend, via rotating on-call schedule.
Essential Functions
Provides probationary supervision for a caseload of juvenile offenders; reviews court records and court orders: determines obligations of offenders; conducts intake interviews; collects and records case intake data; obtained school records and obtains family social history; explains conditions of probation and related programs and the consequences of probation violation; installs ankle monitors and tracks youth utilizing tracking software; performs drug screening; transports juveniles as required; prepares reports for use in screening and placement of youth; maintains regular communication with probationers, parents/guardians; and closes cases or discharges juvenile from supervision per case time limit.
Formulates case plans for offenders: makes home, school, and/or field visits; establishes goals and sanctions; secures court ordered or sanctioned services with partnering agencies; assists youth with making amends with victim; monitors compliance with completion of restitution; makes referrals regarding counseling, community service, tutoring, mentoring, and work readiness training; and monitors clients' school and work attendance and participation in resource programs.
Performs court officer/reporter duties: schedules, prepares, and presents cases within mandated time limits; provides notification to juveniles and families of upcoming hearings; identifies witnesses, victims, and other relevant individuals needed to appear in court; prepares and executes subpoenas, summonses, and other legal documents; provides testimony in court; conducts case related research; and makes recommendation for dispensation of cases.
Identifies community resources designed to meet the needs of children and families: recruits, screens, and matches probated juvenile offenders to participate in approved programs; screens offenders for willingness and appropriateness; refers parents to community outreach and social service programs as needed; and coordinates with other agencies to assist families with obtaining healthcare and medical coverage.
Identifies community resources designed to meet the needs of children and families: recruits, screens, and matches probated juvenile offenders to participate in approved programs; screens offenders for willingness and appropriateness; refers parents to community outreach and social service programs as needed; and coordinates with other agencies to assist families with obtaining healthcare and medical coverage.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related field required; supplemented by one year experience in probation case management, criminal justice or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as violence, or rude/irate customers.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.
01
I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
- Yes
- No
I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
- Yes
- No
Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
- Yes
- No
Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
06
How many years of experience do you have in case management, criminal justice or related field?
- No experience
- Less than one year of experience
- One to four years of experience
- More than four years of experience
Please describe your experience in case management, criminal justice or related field. This experience must be verifiable in the Employment History section of your application. Enter N/A is this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
08
How many years of experience do you have working in a juvenile court or with a related agency?
- No experience
- Less than three years of experience
- Three to four years of experience
- More than four years of experience
Are you willing and available to work a flexible schedule, i.e., evenings and weekend rotating on-call schedule?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check and a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
