Juvenile Probation Officer

Juvenile Probation Officer

Salary

$32.80 - $45.93 Hourly

Location

Juvenile Probation - Minden, NV

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

26/27-00053

Department

Juvenile Probation

Division

Juvenile Probation

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

10/9/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

Applications are reviewed regularly. Postings may close prior to the listed date. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.

Play a part in helping Douglas Countys Juvenile Probation office achieve its mission to reduce delinquent behavior among youth by providing targeted interventions that address their specific needs while prioritizing the safety and well-being of the community. While supervising a caseload of juvenile probationers, the Juvenile Probation Officer position also works to counsel and advise juveniles and their families, provide resources, and work with other staff and agencies in developing treatment and intervention plans for youth offenders. The right candidate will be an individual with a dedication to helping juveniles and the drive and commitment to helping them toward better outcomes.

Primary Objectives

Performs intermediate work performing a variety of duties related to the prevention, treatment or intervention to the Juvenile Court for youth offenders or those at risk of offending the law as well as enforcement of Court ordered supervision. This position is distinguished from the Juvenile Probation Officer Senior in that the latter performs duties under less supervision and may supervise more complex cases; performs related tasks as apparent or assigned.

This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Supervision Exercised

None

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises a caseload of probationers; periodically visits probationer's home, place of employment, and/or school; conducts weapons and contraband searches and drug testing; enforces adherence to court ordered conditions of probation.
• Counsels and advises juveniles and their families regarding personal, social, educational, financial, vocational, and health related issues; Conducts assessments and interviews; works with other staff and agencies in developing treatment plans; teaches and models social skills; applies behavior modification techniques; plans and supervises various programs, such as physical education, work experiences, outdoor intervention programs and recreational activities.
• Arrests, detains and transports probationers who have violated court orders; may perform a variety of booking and intake duties and makes determinations about formally processing cases through the court system and about requiring secured detention prior to a court hearing; transports to and from facilities and juvenile programs and provides transportation for other probation needs.
• Investigates the background and criminal records of juveniles and prepares and presents pre-sentencing reports before the Court; investigates and processes probation violations and makes recommendations to the Court.
• Provides 24-hour standby support to the Douglas County Sheriff's Department regarding juvenile matters.
• Provides resources for youth with mental health and suicidal ideation crisis.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
• Maintains a variety of records and case files; writes reports, statements, legal documents, correspondence and other written materials; presents reports to various Courts, officials and agencies.
• Maintains relationships with law enforcement, Courts, social service and community resource services; participates in juvenile delinquency prevention activities such as speaking engagements, training sessions or working with youth groups.
• Uses County vehicle to perform various tasks related to job duties.
• May assist with the Outdoor Behavior Health Program for assigned juveniles.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
• Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, or a closely related field and two (2) years of experience in providing probation and casework/counseling services to juveniles; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age at date of employment.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Valid Drivers License
• Nevada Police Officers Standards & Training (POST) Category I Basic Certification within one (1) year of date of employment.
• CPR and First Aid certification within six (6) months of date of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

WORKING CONDITIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands, physical agility, sensory requirements, and environmental exposures required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• This work requires the occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force.
• Work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing and using hands; frequently requires standing; occasionally requires walking, climbing or balancing, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling.
• Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communication and/or to make fine distinctions in sound.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
• Work regularly requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens (may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment); frequently requires exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions; occasionally requires work working near moving mechanical parts, working in high/precarious places and exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Work requires dexterity to use a firearm.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
• Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
• This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the incumbent. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Overview of Douglas County Benefits

Disclaimer: Douglas County provides benefits to full time employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time positions (depending on job). Some part time positions may provide no benefits.

No Nevada State income tax.

Retirement - Public Employees Retirement System of Nevada

Douglas County contributes 36.75% of an eligible Regular Member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire Members salary for retirement. Deferred Compensation Plans - Employees can participate in the VOYA Retirement Plans, which is funded by the employee.

Paid Leave

12 paid Holidays per year. Generous paid leave accruals including 96 hours sick annually, begin accruing 120 hours annual leave each year. Administrative leave of 5 days or 3 days annually applies to some positions. Please refer to our leave policies https://www.douglascountynv.gov/687/Policies-Procedures or relevant labor agreement https://www.douglascountynv.gov/688/Labor-Contracts

for more information.

Health Insurance

The County has rich benefits plans to choose from: Preferred Provider (PPO) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with supplemental benefits to include: prescription plan, dental plan, vision, life insurance opportunities, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Benefit eligibility is the 1st of the month following 30-day waiting period or 60 days, depending on the position. For more detailed information on the Health Insurance you may refer to our website located at: https://www.douglascountynv.gov/693/Employee-Benefits-Information

Compensation

Douglas Countys compensation system is based on Pay for Performance wherein employees are eligible for annual performance evaluations. The current structure consists of merit increases up to 3% on a qualifying employees anniversary and Cost of Living Adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index during the first pay period of each fiscal year. The COLA will be up to 5% depending on the CPI each year. Additionally, eligible employees can be recognized for outstanding performance, above and beyond the call of duty, and receive additional compensation through the Recognition of Excellence Program.

2024

01

Will you be a minimum of 21 years of age at date of employment?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of completed education?

• High School or GED
• Vocational Certification
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or Higher
• None of the Above

03

If you indicated a degree above, what was the major?

• Criminal Justice
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Other closely related field
• None of the above
• No degree

04

If you indicated "other closely related field" above, please list the major.

05

How many years of experience do you possess in providing probation and casework/counseling services to juveniles?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

06

Briefly describe your experience, if any, of providing probation and casework/counseling services to juveniles.

07

Do you hold a current Nevada Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Category I Basic Certification, or are you able to obtain certification within one (1) year of date of employment? Please attach certificate if applicable.

• Yes, I hold current Nevada POST Category I Basic certification.
• I am able to obtain certification within one (1) year of date of employment.
• I DO NOT hold current Nevada POST Category I Basic certification, and I WILL NOT be able to obtain certification within one (1) year of date of employment.

08

Do you currently hold CPR and First Aid certification, or are you able to obtain it within six (6) months of date of employment?

• I hold current CPR and First Aid certification
• I am able to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of employment
• I DO NOT hold current certification, and I WILL NOT be able to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of employment.

09

Will you be able to provide a current valid Drivers License and DMV history report (10 year) if offered employment?

• Yes
• No

10

How many years of experience do you possess in maintaining and preparing records, case files, reports and other related documentation for presentation and recommendation to the Court?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years or more

11

Briefly describe your experience, if any, of maintaining and preparing records, case files, reports and other related documentation for presentation and recommendation to the Court.

12

Briefly describe why you are interested in the Juvenile Probation Officer position with Douglas County Juvenile Probation.

13

Douglas County requires applicants to list all work history from your most current employment to 10 years back. If relevant experience is over 10 years please list it on your application. Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable. Have you listed your current employment through 10 years of work history on your application in addition to listing any relevant experience that exceeds 10 years?

• Yes, I have listed all work history from most current to 10 years back.
• I do not have 10 years of work history, but I have included all employment history.
• I have relevant experience that exceeds 10 years, and I have included the experience on my application.
• No, I have not listed all work history from most current to 10 years back.

14

Are you able to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

15

Douglas County employees are required to uphold the Countys Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals. Respect - We will treat all citizens, employees, and visitors with respect. Do you understand Douglas Countys Mission and Values Statement and will you be able to uphold them if hired?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Douglas County (NV)

Address P O BOX 218

Minden, Nevada, 89423

Phone (775) 782-9860

Website http://www.douglascountynv.gov