Bilingual Juvenile Probation Officer (underfill Juvenile Probation Officer Trainee)

Bilingual Juvenile Probation Officer (underfill Juvenile Probation Officer Trainee)

Salary

$30.14 - $44.47 Hourly

Location

Salem, OR

Job Type

Full-time Regular

Job Number

201-2026-1

Department

Juvenile

Division

Juvenile Case Management

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

06

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Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

Marion County is recruiting for a Juvenile Probation Officer or Juvenile Probation Officer Trainee. The level at which the successful candidates are hired will be determined by the hiring manager.

Wages:

Juvenile Probation Officer Trainee: $30.14 - $40.38 hr.

Juvenile Probation Officer: $33.15 - $44.47 hr.

Juvenile Probation Officer Trainee Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under close supervision, to perform professional juvenile case management and supervision while utilizing evidence-based practices supported by research data designed to achieve identified outcomes established by the Juvenile Department. Upon satisfactorily meeting the experience, knowledge, training, skill, and ability requirements, the department may request the promotion of a trainee to Juvenile Probation Officer.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the close supervision of a Juvenile Program Supervisor who sets goals, assigns caseload, and reviews performance by observation and through reports and conferences. May also receive department orientation and consultation with Juvenile Probation Officers.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this class.

Juvenile Probation Officer Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, to perform professional juvenile case management and supervision while utilizing evidence-based practices supported by research data designed to achieve identified outcomes established by the Juvenile Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work under the general supervision of a Juvenile Program Supervisor, who sets goals, assigns caseload and reviews performance by observation and through reports and conferences.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this class. However, acts as lead worker over Juvenile Probation Officer Trainees, student placements, and volunteers. If in a lead worker position, may provide guidance to other Probation Officers.

Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following

This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required.

• Intake clients to inform them of Juvenile Department processes and assess the needs, strengths and risk level of clients utilizing department approved tools and professional assessments.
• Develop, monitor and update case plans that include evidence-based practices to address the needs, strengths and risk level of the client. Provide Title IV-E case plans on identified youth.
• Cognitive restructuring, skill development, emotional regulation and behavior modification interventions that address criminogenic needs are delivered using the EPICS model.
• Coordinate with the District Attorneys office to process new cases, referrals, violations and case closures.
• Create and maintain timely case records, correspondence and documents utilizing approved software and applications.
• Prepare court orders and present written and verbal case information and dispositional recommendations to the court.
• Monitor clients for compliance with court ordered conditions. Make regular contact, both face-to-face and by phone, with client, parents, school staff and treatment and program staff. Provide additional case management and interventions for non-compliance.
• Make referrals to the department, Court, OYA and community programs by completing all necessary documentation.
• Contact victims and coordinate with the Marion County DAs Office to gather restitution information, recommend restitution amounts to the court, and monitor payment of restitution.
• Participate in staffings regarding clients (YST, resource committee, etc.) at local schools and other agencies.
• Prepares timely digital and paper reports and orders for the case record and the Court; prepares and presents information regarding clients to the Court, presents dispositional recommendations.
• Develop, monitor and update case plans that include evidence-based practices and components required for grant or subsidy reimbursements that address the needs, strengths and risk level of juveniles while maintaining confidentiality.
• Makes contact with victims, negotiates restitution amount for FAAs, recommends department and court fee and monitors the collection of all financial obligations.
• Collaborates with public and private agencies and utilizes community resource to develop case plans and juvenile placements.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with department personnel and programs to facilitate services to juveniles.
• Provide feedback regarding program development, policies, procedures, data collection, statistics and records
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements for the Position

Juvenile Probation Officer Trainee Requirements

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• A bachelors degree with major course work in social or behavior science or a related field, AND
• Experience and training that demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities, OR
• Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

Juvenile Probation Officer Requirements

• A bachelors degree with major course work in social or behavior science or a related field, AND
• Five years of juvenile probation officer experience; OR
• Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required. An additional 5% will be added to the hourly wage as compensation for this skill. Finalist will be required to pass a verbal and written Standardized Spanish/English Fluency Assessment as part of the hiring process.
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving re4cord according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.
• Physical ability to secure and maintain custody of resistive juveniles.
• This assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: 40 hours/week with varying days and hours, depending upon the needs of the department and program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Good knowledge of evidence-based practices, Effective Practices in Community Supervision (EPICS), case plans, and motivational interviewing; juvenile development, risk and protective factors, family systems; assessment and intervention techniques with juveniles and families in the juvenile justice system.

Ability and skill to communicate effectively in written and oral form; conduct interviews of juveniles and families: gather, evaluate, and integrate pertinent information for case planning and decision making. Make recommendations on disposition of cases; act as a liaison person in the community; work with individuals from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds; manage and adapt to changes in workflow, juvenile justice practices and department directives; develop cooperative working relationships with other employees and the public; effectively operate a keyboard and computer; drive a motor vehicle; supervise student placements and volunteers; physical ability to assist in securing and maintaining custody of resistive juveniles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; lifts and carries up to 10 lbs.; pushes and pulls up to 125 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 100 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to smoke, noise or chemicals; works in areas that may be uneven; possible risk of OSHA Blood/Body Fluid exposure.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

• One of the following:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR

• Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR

• Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:

• A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR

• Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail Human Resources if you wish to request an accommodation.

Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.

Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here, and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.

Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.

01

To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the courses you completed in college apply to juvenile justice, and why? Write N/A in the box if this question does not apply to you.

03

Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have working with delinquents or at-risk/risky adolescents. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.) This experience must be supported by the work experience listed in your application.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more
• None of the above

04

Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed above. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer.

05

Describe your volunteer or work experience with youth who have experienced social, emotional, and familial challenges.

06

Describe two organizational changes that you have experienced and identify your role, detail your participation and explain the outcomes and impact.

07

This position works with monolingual Spanish speaking clients which requires the person in this position to have bilingual verbal and written Spanish/English skills. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Marion County

Address PO BOX 14500

Salem, Oregon, 97309

Phone (503) 566-3949

Website https://www.co.marion.or.us/HR/Pages/jobs.aspx