What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROBATION OFFICER position at Yamhill County?
Yamhill County has one regular, full-time position for a Probation Officer. This position performs professional corrections casework supervising and managing a caseload of adult misdemeanor and felony offenders. Offenders include those placed on probation by the court as well as those released from Department of Corrections with a period of post-prison supervision. Conducts criminogenic risk assessments and develops corresponding case plans for supervision. Makes referrals to programs to enhance client opportunities for rehabilitation. Contacts family members, employers, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, and public agencies as they pertain to individual clients. Prepares reports regarding client background and progress while under supervision. Performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under supervision of the Adult Community Justice Manager and Director. Supervision is received through review of cases for conformance to department policies and procedures and consultation on unusual or difficult cases. Subject to an 18-month probationary term, per FOPPO collective bargaining agreement.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this classification. May provide guidance to other Probation Officers as requested.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITIONS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. DEPENDING ON ASSIGNMENT, THE EMPLOYEE MAY PERFORM A COMBINATION OF SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING DUTIES:
- Completes criminogenic risk assessments, case plans, and provides case management.
- Refers to programs to enhance opportunities for clients to work on behalf of their own social rehabilitation.
- Conducts personal interviews with clients to ascertain needs.
- Maintains chronological case histories.
- Confers with spouses, families, employers, and others relative to client needs.
- Conducts interviews and investigations of clients during probation and parole.
- Presents court testimony including facts and evaluation of cases.
- Carries out disposition ordered by courts.
- Confers with supervisor, schools, churches, public health agencies, law enforcement, and other agencies as appropriate.
- Conducts presentence investigations as requested by the courts.
- Facilitates individual or group cognitive restructuring programming as necessary or required.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.
The Benefits
Yamhill County offers generous employee benefits:
- 15 paid holidays per year.
- Vacation and Sick time.
- PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions.
- Full health benefit offerings with employee premiums starting as low as $78.42/month for 2024 to2025 plan year. *
*Subject to the FOPPO Bargaining Agreement (7/1/2022 – 6/30/2025).
Yamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country. Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg. Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley, within proximity to the Oregon Coast, the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas, and the Oregon Cascade Mountains. Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available. We have the benefits, appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community, while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.
Required Information
Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Yamhill County does not offer VISA sponsorships. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits. Documents included with this identifying information will be removed from the application packet.
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.
Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at Human_Resources@yamhillcounty.gov.
Veterans’ Preference
Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify, a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form MUST be completed and submitted with the application along with other supporting documentation. For the form and information for this process please click here. (Download PDF reader)
If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at Human_Resources@yamhillcounty.gov.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Evidence-based practices in criminal justice.
- Court procedures and processes.
- Criminal justice system components.
- Concept, intent, and philosophy of the community justice programs.
- Various counseling techniques, such as motivational interviewing.
- Behavior and adjustment problems in adult offenders.
- Communications, observation, and interviewing techniques.
- Preparing comprehensive, accurate and clear reports and legal documents.
- Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Receive feedback, coaching, and training from peers and leadership.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with clients, volunteers, civic groups, the general public, public officials, agencies and co-workers.
- Conduct thorough background investigations.
- Prepare clear and concise reports and to present findings in an objective and professional manner.
- Effectively address behavior and adjustment problems of adult offenders.
- Counsel misdemeanants and felony offenders and prepare appropriate treatment plans.
- Adjust supervision plans according to circumstances.
- Maintain complete and accurate records.
- Speak before various groups.
- Attend work as scheduled and/or required.
- Flex schedule within a 40 hour work week to accommodate department needs.
One year of experience in community corrections, law enforcement, or closely related field AND a bachelor’s degree in corrections, behavioral sciences, or closely related field are required. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures ability to perform the work may substitute for the above.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Basic, intermediate, or advanced probation and parole officer certification from the Department of Public Safety Standards & Training (DPSST) within one year of appointment is required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to secure and maintain a driver’s license valid in the state of Oregon, or an acceptable alternative means of transportation. May be required to drive a County vehicle. Employees authorized to operate a private vehicle on County business are required to carry a valid driver’s license and liability insurance minimums as outlined in ORS 806.070.
Will be subject to successful completion of a background check. Yamhill County is an optional firearm carrying County and a psychological evaluation is required for all new hires in this position, regardless of the decision to carry a firearm.WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS SUMMARY:
The incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone, and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Work also involves travel to clients’ homes and to meetings. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.
The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 20 pounds.
Contact with the public in homes or office environments may risk exposure to irrational/hostile behavior, contagious diseases, or contact with domestic animals.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure workload coverage. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
The job specification requirements stated are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job successfully. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above so that the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
Salary : $5,588 - $7,332
