What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer position at Marshall County Probation?
PROBATION OFFICER
Full Time
Marshall-Putnam-Stark Probation District
Office: Putnam County Probation Department
Reports to: Chief Probation Officer Hours: 35 hours/week
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, or related social sciences. Must be on the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts hiring eligibility list at the time of employment offer. Must pass criminal history and DCFS background check. Possess a valid driver's license.
Responsibilities:
General supervision of probation clients' adult / juvenile that includes facilitating positive Behavioral change in clients; ensure compliance with Court Orders
Report Writing
Record keeping
Testifying in Court
Classification of clients
Develop budgets
On call duties required
All other duties as assigned
Skills Required: Knowledge of the criminal justice system, strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, judiciary stakeholders, social service agencies and victims, ability to work independently, competent in the in the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook, must maintain strict confidentiality.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, a resume, and an unofficial copy of your college transcripts to Megan Spradling, Marshall County Probation, 122 N Prairie St, Lacon, IL 61540.
You can also email documents to mspradling@marshallcountyillinois.gov by September 7, 2022.
Applicants must be on the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts Probation/Court Services List of Eligible Candidates prior to employment offer.
To be placed on the list go to www.illinoiscourts.gov click Documents, click Applications/Forms, click Probation/Court Services Employment/Promotion Application, and follow the directions listed.
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