Adult Probation Officer

Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$46,418 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Pension plan
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Report writing in community supervision
Confidential information handling
Spreadsheets
Public mental health
Research
Driver's License
Legal knowledge in community supervision
Interviewing
Court document preparation

Full Job Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:

Position:

Adult Probation Officer

Classification:

Professional

Location:

Criminal Division, Adult Probation

Manor Building, 564 Forbes Avenue, Suite 1212

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Job Status:

Full-Time, Benefits Eligible

Salary:

$46,418 annually

SUMMARY:

This is a professional level position assigned to the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Criminal Division, Adult Probation Department. The probation officer is responsible for carrying out the mandates of the Pennsylvania crimes code and related regulations. The responsibilities of this position may include providing supervision of locally sentenced individuals, enforcing rules and conditions of probation, resolving probation violations, providing rehabilitation services, preparing reports, and presenting probation matters to court. Assignments generally follow routine procedures, although a supervisor may give specific assignments.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree with major course work preferably in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field and two years of relevant work experience. While work experience does not replace the education requirement, previous work experience will be reviewed and considered in the interview process.
Knowledge of social services, drug and alcohol counseling, and mental health counseling techniques. Knowledge of probation and parole work. Knowledge of the appropriate laws and rules of procedure, the ability to gather and research information, and prepare formal reports for the court.
Effective written and verbal communication, ability to problem solve, work independently, conduct interviews in a professional manner, and the ability to handle sensitive materials with discretion.
The ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with court and government officials, other agencies, offenders, and the public.
Act 33/34 Clearance, FBI Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Driver’s License/Insurance required.
Knowledge of general computer equipment, ability to learn court system programs, and word/excel competency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate office activities and field visits in connection with case investigation and supervision functions.
Develop probation plans for offender supervision and make referrals as appropriate.
Engage with supervised individuals to develop goals, navigate court ordered stipulations and enhance success with supervision requirements.
Monitor offender activity regularly to verify compliance with supervising guidelines.
Enforce court orders.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in the prescribed format.
Prepare and submit violation reports to the court.
Attend court hearings as required.
Respond to appropriate inquiries from court personnel, attorneys and others concerning procedures, schedules, and specific cases

BENEFITS:

Standard health and fringe benefits plans available for full-time position. This includes health, dental, vision, pension plan, life, accident, and disability insurance plans, sick leave, and vacation benefits.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications are submitted online until the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. Please include a cover letter and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below. Copies of college transcripts are required with the application and official transcripts are required prior to hiring. If you have current Act 33/34 Clearances, please upload them with your application. If you have additional documents that can’tbe uploaded, please mail or fax them to the address below. You may also complete an application in person at the address below Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.or 1:00 p.m.– 3:00 p.m.

Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Criminal Division, Adult Probation
Manor Building
564 Forbes Avenue, Suite 1212
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Fax: 412-350-2316

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