What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer - Administrative position at Franklin County Court of Common Pleas?

Salary : $68,600.00 Annually

Location : Columbus, OH

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 00255

Department : Adult Probation Department

Division : Probation Officer- Administrative

Opening Date : 01 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Purpose of Position

The purpose of the position is to contribute to a strong, supportive, and productive team environment; employ effective supervision strategies for assigned offenders placed on community control by the Court and approved for in / out-of-state supervision transfer; and, monitor adherence to, and completion of, all standard and special conditions for non-reporting and low-risk offenders with minimal disruption to prosocial protective factors. To successfully fulfill the essential job functions, one must be able to interact with accused and / or convicted criminal offenders using evidence-based practices.

Essential Job Functions & Competencies

Promote and adhere to the Vision, Mission, and Core Principles and Values of the Probation Department;
Foster an inclusive and culturally competent work environment;
Contribute to a strong, supportive, and productive team environment;
Provide positive reinforcement to, and build rapport with, offenders;
Assess offender risk level to determine recommendations for the appropriate level of supervision and area of needs;
Correspond and collaborate with originating supervision agency, Interstate Compact entities, community resource providers, and collateral contacts concerning offender's progress;
Supervise and provide caseload management for assigned offenders through the Court, as well as other jurisdictions accepted for compact supervision;
Utilize the Interstate Compact Offender Tracking System;
Adhere to Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervision policies and procedures;
Monitor and assess the offender's compliance with Court-ordered conditions which includes contact with the offender, the sentencing county probation officer, attorneys, law enforcement, employers, treatment providers, the Court, family, community agencies, and interstate compact officers;
Monitor random drug screens of offenders;
Monitor compliance with financial obligation requirements;
Prepare summaries and Court documents regarding the offender for the Court's review;
Appear in Court;
Manage caseload using a case management system;
Develop and sustain a productive working relationship with local law enforcement and aid in the facilitation of the extradition process;
Maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations;
Respond courteously to inquiries;
Maintain proficiency and applicable certification with all job and training requirements;
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending professional training and conferences;
Adhere to assigned work schedule while exhibiting regular and predictable attendance;
Maintain professional conduct and attire;
Maintain effective lines of communication with all staff and stakeholders;
Promote and adhere to departmental policies and procedures;
Maintain confidentiality of department information; and
Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions :

Performance of essential functions requires interaction with accused and convicted criminal offenders;

Ability to learn and implement evidence-based practices in the field of community corrections including effective interventions / supervision strategies;

Ability to receive feedback, willingness to learn and embrace continuous improvement;

Ability to learn and apply new skills, methods, and procedures as well as balance treatment and accountability when working with offenders;

Ability to engage productively and sensitively with persons of varying cultures and diversity;

Ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership, and to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to resolve problems;

Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable;

Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine a proper course of action to be taken;

Ability to develop and use tracking systems for monitoring the high volume of caseload work;

Ability to prioritize, organize and utilize enhanced time management skills;

Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others;

Ability to perform physical demands and exhibit mental aptitude needed to perform work duties including recognition of unusual or threatening conditions, maintain self-control, and take appropriate action;

Ability to determine appropriate situations for use of force;

Ability to physically handle resistive / assaultive individuals;

Ability to perform arrests,

Ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and / or assess data using established criteria including exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives;

Ability to operate, maneuver, and / or control equipment, tools, and / or materials used in performing essential functions;

Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include the ability to perform statistical analysis; and

Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work; tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation. This position may involve infrequent lifting, carrying, running, pushing, and / or pulling of objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (50 pounds).

In addition to the Essential Job Functions and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities identified, the following competencies are considered during the hiring process and are integral to the position :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Possesses, acquires, and maintains the technical / professionalexpertise required to do the job effectively and to create solutions.Technical / professional expertise is demonstrated through problem-solving, applying professional judgment, and competent performance.

Decision-making / Problem Solving :

Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions promptly. Compares data, information, and input from a variety of sources to draw conclusions. Takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. Applies both rational and creative processes to identify unknown root causes of problems. Based on the situation, decides the best course of action, implements the solution and evaluates the outcome. Calculates and evaluates the long-term consequences of a decision.

Stress Tolerance :

Maintains effective performance under pressure. Handles stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and the organization. Stays calm and even-tempered when handling crises, stressful situations, continuous change, or unexpected developments. Able to recover from difficult situations and is seen as a settling influence in a crisis.

Teamwork :

Works effectively in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals. Builds constructive working relationships with interested stakeholders to identify and meet mutual goals and objectives. Participates as an active and contributing member of teams with a focus on improving offender outcomes and department goals. Shares information and credit as appropriate for team accomplishments. Helps create and maintain strong morale and a feeling of belonging in his / her team. Acts as if "true success" is the success of the whole team.

Conflict Management :

Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to reduce tension and / or conflict between two or more people, can size up situations quickly, can identify common interests, and facilitate resolutionSteps up to conflicts and sees them as opportunities. Finds common ground and achieves cooperation without disruption to workflows or interpersonal relationships.

Cultural Competence :

Values an inclusive organization where the differences of all people are respected, valued, and utilized towards achieving common goals. Respects and relates well to people from varied backgrounds and understands diverse worldviews. Sensitive to group differences. Sees diversity as an opportunity, respectfully challenges bias and intolerance. Supports equal and fair treatment.

Communication :

Conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the listener, helps them understand and retain the message and, invites response and feedback. Keeps others informed as appropriate. Demonstrates effective written, verbal, and listening skills.

Collaboration :

Develops and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers and stakeholders using strong interpersonal skills to meet mutual goals and objectives. Obtains cooperation from others. Seeks and encourages win-win alternatives.

Influence :

Uses appropriate interpersonal skills and techniques to gain support and acceptance for ideas or solutions. Uses influencing strategies to gain mutually beneficial agreements. Seeks to persuade rather than force solutions or impose decisions or regulations and recognizes personal autonomy of others.

Dependability and Reliability :

Personally responsible. Completes work in a timely, consistent manner and is committed to being available during business hours to further organizational goals. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance and arrives prepared for work. Committed to doing the best job possible and diligently follows through on commitments. Consistently meets deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or closely related field, or equivalent experience (applicant may substitute 2 years of related experience for each year of required education);

Must hold and maintain a valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

One-year experience involving :

community supervision of offenders (probation, parole);

counseling; or

maintaining a caseload in a case management setting.

Join Franklin County Court of Common Pleas today and receive the following benefits :

Extensive health benefits for all full-time permanent employees.

Life insurance coverage for all permanent employees.

Guaranteed 11 paid holidays every year.

A 14 percent employer contribution to your OPERS pension plan.

Employee Tuition Reimbursement program.

Earn a potential monetary incentive during our annual wellness incentives for employees / spouses enrolled in healthcare.

See more information regarding our benefits we provide at :

Do you have a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field?

If No, please describe how your education and / or experience fulfills this minimum educational requirement (applicant may substitute 2 years of related experience for each year of required education).

Do you have 1 year of experience in the community supervision of offenders (e.g. probation, parole)?

Do you have 1 year of experience involving counseling in a case management setting?

Do you have 1 year of experience in maintaining a caseload in a case management setting?

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