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Juvenile Probation: Chief Juvenile Probation Officer

Vigo County, Indiana Terre Haute, IN (Onsite) Full-Time
Juvenile Probation: Chief Juvenile Probation Officer

*Please note: Incumbent will not begin this position until May 2025*

Salary: Commensurate with years of experience as a Probation Officer, as well as additional for administrative role as set by the Minimum Salary Schedule/Judicial Conference of Indiana.

Job Type: Full-time

BENEFITS

Vigo County offers to full-time employees competitive benefit plans. These include Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, paid holidays, Flexible Spending Account Plans, 457 Plans, Life Insurance , and others.

Description

Incumbent serves as Chief Juvenile Probation Officer for Vigo County Juvenile Probation, responsible for supervising work of Juvenile Probation department. Incumbent must have experience as a licensed Probation Officer as the minimum qualifications mandated by the Indiana Office of Court Services would be in effect.

Examples of Duties
  • Oversees Juvenile Probation department, including analyzing workload, interviewing candidates and making hiring decisions, discipline, training and quality and assurance, maintenance of employee records, and communicating and administering personnel programs and procedures.
  • Directs operations of the probation department, to include assigning cases, supervises progress of cases, files cases with the Juvenile Prosecutor, and gives assistance when needed.
  • Maintains and supervises own caseload to include being prepared to testify at court hearings, conducts and prepares Pre-Dispositional Reports, maintains SRS, prepares/files modifications, conduct/office/placement/home visits.
  • Maintain records of detention intakes and releases for the State of Indiana through the Quest Program.
  • Supervises assigned staff, including providing orientation and training, planning, delegating, and controlling work assignments, maintaining discipline and recommending corrective actions as warranted. Keeps supervisor and assigned staff informed of organizational developments.
  • Supervises the Coordinator for the Juvenile Drug Court and Coordinator for JDAI, to include overseeing budgets and grant requirements of both programs.
  • Oversees operations and budget for the Community Service Program.
  • Conducts investigation and prepares reports and recommendation as the Court directs and maintains written record of investigations, reports and recommendation.

  • Compiles and submits quarterly statistics, Racial and Ethnic Disparities (RED), Annual Operations reports, and any other reports mandated by the Office of Court Services.
  • Receives and examines complaints of allegations concerning matter covered by juvenile law and makes preliminary inquiries and investigations.
  • Implements informal adjustments.
  • Prepares and submits predisposition report required for dispositional hearing under juvenile law.
  • Supervises and assists by all suitable methods a child placed on probation or in Probation Officer's care by order of the Court or other legal authority.
  • Maintains complete records of Probation Officer's work and complies with any order of the Court concerning collection, protection, and distribution of any money or other property.
  • Coordinates staff development and continuing education, ensuring proper maintenance of professional status for Probation Officers.
  • Updates policies and procedures when needed.
  • Trained in Evidence Based Practices and IYAS certified.
  • Performs related duties as assigned and/or required by I.C. 11-13-1-3

Typical Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
  • Possession of State certification as a Probation Officer with continuing completion of all certification requirements.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Complete knowledge of all local, state, and federal laws applicable to Juvenile probation operations, with ability to apply and enforce regulations as needed.
  • Knowledge of treatment programs and services available to clients from government, social, and private agencies, with ability to make referrals and assist clients with programs as needed.
  • Working knowledge of standard policies and practices of Vigo County legal process and probation system, with ability to accurately complete required legal reports, make recommendations to the Court, and apply and adapt procedures as cases demand.
  • Considerable knowledge of community geography and ability to effectively monitor probationers, verify and document compliance with program requirements, and take appropriate action in response to violations.
  • Working knowledge of standard office procedures and computer software applications used by the Courts, with ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated processes, tasks and operations.
  • Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and ability to complete detailed written reports within Department deadlines.
  • Ability to oversee Juvenile Probation department, including analyzing workload, interviewing candidates and making hiring decisions, and communicating and administering personnel programs and procedures.
  • Ability to supervise staff, including providing orientation and training, planning, delegating, and controlling work assignments, maintaining discipline and recommending corrective actions as warranted.
  • Ability to perform essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self and other individuals in the workplace.
  • Ability to properly operate standard office and/or department equipment, such as computer, copier, telephone, and drug screen kit.
  • Ability to assess the effectiveness of Department programs and activities and to develop alternative procedures as needed.

  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, Department of Corrections, Probationers, law enforcement agencies, treatment providers, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
  • Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to State requirements.
  • Ability to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
  • Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons.
  • Ability to deal swiftly, rationally, and decisively with potentially violent individuals in precarious situations, take authoritative action, and apply appropriate discretion and common sense.
  • Ability to understand, memorize, retain and carry out written and oral instructions and present findings in oral or written form.
  • Ability to compile, collate, or classify data, analyze and evaluate data, and make determinations based on data analyses.
  • Ability to apply knowledge of people and/or locations, and plan and layout assigned work projects.
  • Ability to occasionally plan and present public speaking presentations, fund raisers, or special events.
  • Ability to occasionally work extended, weekends, and/or evening hours, and occasionally travel out of town for training, sometimes overnight.
  • Ability to provide testimony in legal proceedings/court.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license and a demonstrated safe driving record.

Supplemental Information

  • Incumbent performs duties that are broad in scope and impact and involve complex variables and considerations. Incumbent exercises independent judgment in supervising staff, assessing and improving Probation procedures, and effectively resolving problems with operations.
  • Incumbent performs duties in accordance with well-established guidelines and legal requirements, assuring proper functioning of the Juvenile Probation Division of the Vigo County Courts. Incumbent's work is periodically reviewed for compliance with legal requirements and department policy. Unusual circumstances or developments are discussed with Judge at
  • incumbent's discretion.
  • Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other County departments, Department of Corrections, Probationers, law enforcement agencies, treatment providers, and the public the for purpose of exchanging information.
  • Incumbent reports directly to presiding Juvenile Court Magistrate.
  • Incumbent performs duties in a standard office environment, involving sitting/walking at will, sitting for long periods, keyboarding, lifting/carrying objects weighing less than 25 pounds, bending, reaching, speaking clearly, close/far vision, color/depth perception, hearing sounds/communication and handling/grasping/fingering objects. Incumbent maintains regular contact with probationers and is regularly exposed to irate/hostile individuals and/or physical violence
  • Incumbent occasionally works extended, weekends and/or evening hours, and occasionally travels out of town for training, sometimes overnight.

As an EOE/AA employer, Vigo County Government will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

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