Court Probation Officer 2

Business Unit: 24400

Court Probation Officer 2 #10111565-24400, Full-Time, Perm, in Albuquerque, NM

# of Positions: 1

Opening Date: 01-27-2025 - Close Date: 02-07-2025

Job Pay Range: II: $23.785 - $47.570 per hour OR $49,473 - $98,946 annually

Target Pay Range/Rate: $26.556 per hour OR $55,236 annually

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court is recruiting for a full-time, classified, Court Probation Officer 2 position, #10111565-24400, for the Recovery Court in Albuquerque, NM.

Essential Tasks:Under direction, prepare pre-sentencing reports, appear in court to present recommendations on treatment and sentencing, supervise defendants on probation and manage cases. Investigate defendants’ educational, family, criminal and social background, and previous treatment compliance. Caseload shall primarily consist of defendants/offenders with mental health issues. Assess and determine the risks and needs of defendants for treatment and/or acceptance into programs. Review police and court reports. Analyze, verify, justify and report treatment and sentencing recommendations to the court. Develop, interpret and implement supervision plan for defendant. Monitor defendants’ compliance with sentencing and conditions of probation. Perform crisis management and conflict resolution when necessary. Schedule hearings and notify parties involved. Appear in court to elaborate, defend or respond to information in pre-sentencing report. Inform and subpoena witnesses. Confer with state and defense attorneys and provide advice and recommendations. Maintain current roster of defendants. Secure, manage, update and govern individual case files by assuring that files contain necessary copies of essential and relevant documents. Respond to inquiries on defendants. Provide information and referrals to former clients. Aid other law enforcement agencies or probation officers with investigations and supervision of other defendants. May perform other duties as assigned to meet the Court’s operational needs. Finalist(s) may be subject to criminal background checks.

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

The Court Probation Officer 2 is responsible for conducting investigations on defendants/offenders, establishing needs, and developing an appropriate treatment support plan.

Participates in scheduled progress meetings at court appointed locations.

Monitors defendants/offenders’ compliance at court hearings and with community service program requirements and tracks and records community service participation.

Reports, documents, and notifies the court of defendants/offenders compliance, non-compliance or program violations and recommends appropriate action.

Maintains current case files, and documents all interactions with program defendants/offenders and treatment providers in the case management system.

Performs scheduled and unannounced site visits (home, work, school or other location) to monitor program compliance.

Monitors program compliance utilizing electronic monitoring technology.

Tracks and administers drug and alcohol screens and maintains alcohol and drug screening protocols, equipment, and supplies.

Participates, and attends conferences, training, community outreach and educational programs related to court programs.

Prepares written and oral reports detailing defendants/offenders’ program compliance and makes recommendations on future treatment support, or referrals.

Provides input during court proceedings, and meetings with court staff and other treatment providers.

Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS
The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of court-ordered rehabilitation or support programs, sentencing guidelines, treatment options and community services available; New Mexico law, civil and criminal procedure; local court rules, policies and procedures, operations and structure; case management; legal terminology; substance abuse and mental health counseling and treatment; mediation techniques and conflict resolution; investigative techniques; drug screening methods; electronic monitoring equipment and technology; and court case management system.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following functions are representative, but not all-inclusive of the work environment and physical demands an employee may expect to encounter in performing tasks assigned to this job. Work is performed in an office or court setting. A valid driver's license and travel may be required. The assigned work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, clients, the public, judges, and justices.

This job description is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions performed

BENEFITS

Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance Programs, employee assistance program (EAP) [http://www.mybenefitsnm.com/]

State paid life insurance, supplemental and dependent life insurance

Optional flexible spending accounts for medical, day-care, and travel expenses

Paid time off, up to eight (8) weeks

Paid time off and retirement buyback

Eleven (11) paid holidays

Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave

Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

Lifetime Defined Benefits Retirement Plan [http://www.nmpera.org/]

Flexible work schedules and alternative work locations*

Free health care, Rx, and lab work at the facility (Stay Well Health Center) in Santa Fe, NM

Bilingual compensation*

Training and career development opportunities

Higher education opportunities, educational leave, and tuition reimbursement

May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

May receive overtime holiday or shift differential pay*

May receive physical fitness leave*

*These benefits vary by job classification or need*

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or a related field.

• Education Substitution: Four (4) years of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis.

• Experience: Three (3) years of experience in criminal justice, social services or related field.

Experience Substitution: None.

Other: May be required to obtain and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within six (6) months of hire.

TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying should complete a New Mexico Judicial Branch Application for Employment (Revised 7/29/24) or a Resume Supplemental Form (Revised 7/29/24) and submit with a signature and date to the Human Resource Division prior to 5 p.m.

Human Resources Division

401 Lomas NW

Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102

Telephone: (505) 841-9819 | Fax No: (505) 222-4823

Email: metrjobs-grp@nmcourts.gov

Website: https://webapps.metrocourt.state.nm.us/HRjobsapp/job_ops

PROOF OF EDUCATION IS REQUIRED.

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants selected for an interview must notify the Human Resource Division at (505) 841-9819 of the need for an accommodation.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER