What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer (Charlotte County) position at THE 20TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA?
Salary
$45,670.04 Annually
Location
FL 33950, FL
Job Type
Full time FTE 1.0
Job Number
AOC01110
Department
Criminal
Opening Date
10/03/2023
Closing Date
10/16/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
DESCRIPTION
Description
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field.
Two years of professional case management experience in the criminal justice system
Knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines, rules, regulations, and statutes as they pertain to probation and sentencing parameters
Knowledge of interview techniques
Knowledge of Charlotte County treatment providers
Ability to deal politely, effectively, and professionally with persons from various backgrounds, who are experiencing a variety of stressful conditions
Ability to identify resources and various programs available and applicable to the specific needs of persons on supervised probation
Ability to drive an automobile
SUMMARY
The probation officers perform professional work in supervising adult defendants who commit misdemeanor and criminal traffic offenses. Additionally, probation officers may supervise juveniles who are sentenced to probation for a criminal traffic offense. Probation provides an alternative to incarceration, and Probation Officers provide protection for the public by supervising and monitoring defendants placed on probation. Probation supervision includes providing leadership and direction to the probationers. The incumbents exercise independent judgment and initiative within their scope of authority. Work is performed in accordance with Court orders and directives from Judges and is subject to administrative direction. Probation Officers complete PSIs as required.
The core responsibilities of this position are: 1) Supervision of County Misdemeanant Defendants, 2) Monitor Compliance with Court Orders and Prepare Required Documents, 3) Make Recommendations to the Court, 4) Maintain Probation Files, 5) Prepare Pre-sentencing Investigation reports, 6) Other duties as assigned.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
(1) Supervision of misdemeanant defendants
Conduct new probationer orientation
Counsel and refer probationers to specialized treatment facilities and resources within the community
Refer to counseling agencies, job employment services, food and shelter centers, educational opportunities, and life skills classes, etc.
Provide leadership and direction to the probationer to assist in completion of the probation requirements
Monitor cost of supervision, fines, and court costs, diversion fees, and restitution payments
Provide case management functions
Drug and alcohol testing of defendants
(2) Monitor Compliance with Court Orders and Prepare Required Documents
Conduct home visits as necessary
Perform investigations in accordance with court orders and directives from the Judges and the department head
Compile information and prepare and deliver detailed reports to the court orally and in writing
Conduct follow-up with treatment facilities
(3) Make Recommendations to the Court
Make recommendations relating to the requests for warrants, modifications, and dismissals of warrants, violation hearings
Make recommendations for penal sanctions for violation of probation, referrals to outside agencies, and recommendations for bonds
Provide recommendations to the court concerning defendant's custody issues
Provide investigation to the court concerning defendant's custody issues
(4) Maintain Probation Files
Maintain accurate, up-to-date, files on all probationers under supervision caseload both electronically and paper.
(5) Prepare Pre-sentencing Investigation Reports
Conduct interview(s) with defendant and collateral contacts to ascertain statement of facts
Complete a comprehensive national / state/ local criminal background check and social history on the defendant
Ability to keep all investigative report findings confidential
Formulate a sentence recommendation to the Court
(6) Other
Other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge of:
Interview techniques
Methods, practices, principles, procedures, and techniques used in interviewing and investigating as it pertains to the operation of the department
Social casework principles and methods
Basic structure of the Florida State Courts System and the criminal justice system
Local, state, and federal guidelines, rules, regulations, and statutes as they pertain to probation and sentencing parameters
Recent developments, literature, and resources in the probation field
Effects of drugs and alcohol
Social environment of Charlotte County and of particular trends and patterns of society
Knowledge of Charlotte County treatment providers
Resources and various programs available and applicable to the specific needs of persons on supervised probation
Ability to:
Conduct interviews and investigations
Deal politely, effectively, and professionally with defendants from various backgrounds, who are experiencing a variety of stressful conditions
Follow written and oral instructions and procedures
Effectively interpret general policy, criteria, and procedures for specific situations
Identify general symptoms of substance abuse and emotional problems
Conduct investigations and to compile information and prepare and deliver detailed reports to the court reports orally and in writing
Establish and maintain working relationships with other governmental agencies, schools, volunteer programs, and other resources
Maintain detailed and accurate records
Assist in the training of others as needed
Attend seminars and conferences as necessary
Drive an automobile
Supplemental Information
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field.
Two years of professional case management experience in the criminal justice system.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required (within 10 days of hire).
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
Agency
Florida State Courts, Twentieth Judicial Circuit, Administrative Office of the Courts
Address
AOC Human Resources, Rm 201, Justice Center Annex
1700 Monroe Street
Fort Myers, Florida, 33901
Phone
239-533-1707
239-533-1709
Website
http://www.ca.cjis20.org
$45,670.04 Annually
Location
FL 33950, FL
Job Type
Full time FTE 1.0
Job Number
AOC01110
Department
Criminal
Opening Date
10/03/2023
Closing Date
10/16/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
DESCRIPTION
Description
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field.
Two years of professional case management experience in the criminal justice system
Knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines, rules, regulations, and statutes as they pertain to probation and sentencing parameters
Knowledge of interview techniques
Knowledge of Charlotte County treatment providers
Ability to deal politely, effectively, and professionally with persons from various backgrounds, who are experiencing a variety of stressful conditions
Ability to identify resources and various programs available and applicable to the specific needs of persons on supervised probation
Ability to drive an automobile
SUMMARY
The probation officers perform professional work in supervising adult defendants who commit misdemeanor and criminal traffic offenses. Additionally, probation officers may supervise juveniles who are sentenced to probation for a criminal traffic offense. Probation provides an alternative to incarceration, and Probation Officers provide protection for the public by supervising and monitoring defendants placed on probation. Probation supervision includes providing leadership and direction to the probationers. The incumbents exercise independent judgment and initiative within their scope of authority. Work is performed in accordance with Court orders and directives from Judges and is subject to administrative direction. Probation Officers complete PSIs as required.
The core responsibilities of this position are: 1) Supervision of County Misdemeanant Defendants, 2) Monitor Compliance with Court Orders and Prepare Required Documents, 3) Make Recommendations to the Court, 4) Maintain Probation Files, 5) Prepare Pre-sentencing Investigation reports, 6) Other duties as assigned.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
(1) Supervision of misdemeanant defendants
Conduct new probationer orientation
Counsel and refer probationers to specialized treatment facilities and resources within the community
Refer to counseling agencies, job employment services, food and shelter centers, educational opportunities, and life skills classes, etc.
Provide leadership and direction to the probationer to assist in completion of the probation requirements
Monitor cost of supervision, fines, and court costs, diversion fees, and restitution payments
Provide case management functions
Drug and alcohol testing of defendants
(2) Monitor Compliance with Court Orders and Prepare Required Documents
Conduct home visits as necessary
Perform investigations in accordance with court orders and directives from the Judges and the department head
Compile information and prepare and deliver detailed reports to the court orally and in writing
Conduct follow-up with treatment facilities
(3) Make Recommendations to the Court
Make recommendations relating to the requests for warrants, modifications, and dismissals of warrants, violation hearings
Make recommendations for penal sanctions for violation of probation, referrals to outside agencies, and recommendations for bonds
Provide recommendations to the court concerning defendant's custody issues
Provide investigation to the court concerning defendant's custody issues
(4) Maintain Probation Files
Maintain accurate, up-to-date, files on all probationers under supervision caseload both electronically and paper.
(5) Prepare Pre-sentencing Investigation Reports
Conduct interview(s) with defendant and collateral contacts to ascertain statement of facts
Complete a comprehensive national / state/ local criminal background check and social history on the defendant
Ability to keep all investigative report findings confidential
Formulate a sentence recommendation to the Court
(6) Other
Other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge of:
Interview techniques
Methods, practices, principles, procedures, and techniques used in interviewing and investigating as it pertains to the operation of the department
Social casework principles and methods
Basic structure of the Florida State Courts System and the criminal justice system
Local, state, and federal guidelines, rules, regulations, and statutes as they pertain to probation and sentencing parameters
Recent developments, literature, and resources in the probation field
Effects of drugs and alcohol
Social environment of Charlotte County and of particular trends and patterns of society
Knowledge of Charlotte County treatment providers
Resources and various programs available and applicable to the specific needs of persons on supervised probation
Ability to:
Conduct interviews and investigations
Deal politely, effectively, and professionally with defendants from various backgrounds, who are experiencing a variety of stressful conditions
Follow written and oral instructions and procedures
Effectively interpret general policy, criteria, and procedures for specific situations
Identify general symptoms of substance abuse and emotional problems
Conduct investigations and to compile information and prepare and deliver detailed reports to the court reports orally and in writing
Establish and maintain working relationships with other governmental agencies, schools, volunteer programs, and other resources
Maintain detailed and accurate records
Assist in the training of others as needed
Attend seminars and conferences as necessary
Drive an automobile
Supplemental Information
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field.
Two years of professional case management experience in the criminal justice system.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required (within 10 days of hire).
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
Agency
Florida State Courts, Twentieth Judicial Circuit, Administrative Office of the Courts
Address
AOC Human Resources, Rm 201, Justice Center Annex
1700 Monroe Street
Fort Myers, Florida, 33901
Phone
239-533-1707
239-533-1709
Website
http://www.ca.cjis20.org
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