Overview of the Position
By statute, the probation officer serves in a judiciary law enforcement position and assists in the administration of justice. The incumbent promotes community safety, gathers information, supervises offenders/defendants, interacts with collateral agencies, prepares reports, conducts investigations, and presents recommendations to the court. The probation officer may guide the work of officer assistants and other staff. The incumbent performs duties that involve general pretrial services or probation cases, under the guidance of a Supervisory Officer.
