What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer position at Pasco County?
- Knowledge of penal rules and regulations and jail procedures.
- Knowledge of skillful interview techniques.
- Knowledge of court procedures and court appearance scheduling as it relates to first appearance, preliminary hearings, arraignments, and trials.
- Knowledge of the laws and procedures relating to maintenance of confidential court records.
- Knowledge of skillful interviewing techniques.
- Ability to become familiar with criminal justice agencies and applicable community resources.
- Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with court and law enforcement personnel and officials, other employees, and the general public.
- The ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively verbal, written, and visual communication.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree with major course work in criminology/paralegal or a related field and a minimum of two (2) years' investigative, criminal justice/paralegal, or related experience. Computer entry experience preferred. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Possession of a valid Florida driver's license.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
Salary : $24 - $33
