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Pre-Sentence Investigation Writer - PSI Probation Officer
County of Portage —Ravenna, OH
- From $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Office

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Pre-Sentence Investigation Writer - PSI Probation Officer

County of Portage -
Ravenna, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
From $27 an hour

Qualifications

Criminal procedure
Biomedical waste
Computer operation
Microsoft Outlook
Case assessment
Individual crisis management
Investigative interviewing techniques
Interviewing clients
Computer literacy
Spreadsheets
Court testimony
Courtroom procedure
Driver's License
Motivational interviewing
Conflict management
Legal knowledge in community supervision
Biohazard disposal procedures
Legal client interviewing
Technical Proficiency
Medical waste disposal

Full Job Description

JOB OBJECTIVES: Under the direction of the Chief of Probation and/or Assistant Chief and Unit Supervisor. The incumbent prepares Pre-Sentence Investigation reports for the Common Pleas Courts

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Prepares Pre-Sentence Investigation reports for the Common Pleas Courts which include:

Enforces rules and regulations of probation and all orders of the Court, including collection of court costs, restitution and supervision fees
Maintains responsibility for assigned caseload
Conducts face-to-face office meetings with clients to ensure compliance
Documents case file notes and collateral contacts

Obtaining and reviewing court documents.

Reviewing police reports

Conducting comprehensive criminal history checks

Interviewing defendants utilizing the Ohio Risk Assessment System (ORAS)

Interviewing victims and preparing Victim Impact Statements

Conducting collateral interviews as necessary

Make appropriate recommendations to the Court based on sentencing guidelines and the facts obtained in the case

Submitting supplemental information to the Courts when necessary

Maintaining completed PSI reports on the designated “P” drive in the proper format

Completes required training on an annual basis

Follows CCA standards relative to ORAS quality assurance

LEADS Operator

Ability to organize effectively

Ability to type efficiently with Word and Adobe Acrobat

Ability to compile reports with minimal to no grammatical/factual errors

Attends sentencing hearings, if necessary

Offering court testimony when required

Assigning Pre-Sentence Investigations, if directed

Maintains spreadsheet with case assignments, if directed

Assists in training new officers, if directed

Job Standards: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice studies, English or related field required. An additional five (5) years of experience with direct supervision of offenders is preferred. Consideration of experience in related fields of work may be given. Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain continuing eligibility under the existing County driver eligibility standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Equipment: Incumbent operates equipment such as, but not limited to, the following: Copy machine, computer terminal, personal computer, facsimile machine, printing equipment, telephone, surgical gloves, face mask and you may be required to travel by car (department’s or personal).

Critical Skills/Expertise:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of Court procedures and testimony.

Knowledge of Sections of the State of Ohio Revised Code relevant to Adult Probation.

Knowledge of the State of Ohio Revised Code Section 2951.03 pertaining to PSI Reports.

Demonstrate an understanding of technical information, including medical, psychological, law enforcement, and legal documents.

Knowledge of Portage County Adult Probation policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.

Knowledge of the principles and practices regarding the Due Process Procedures.

Demonstrate an understanding of Interstate Compact Rules and Procedures.

Demonstrate knowledge and exhibit the proper methods and procedures for Drug/Alcohol testing.

Demonstrate knowledge and exhibit the proper methods and procedures for DNA Collection.

Exhibits problem solving skills with an emphasis in conflict resolution and crisis management/intervention.

Demonstrate knowledge and exhibit the proper methods and procedures for Pre-Sentence Investigations.

Demonstrate knowledge and exhibit the proper methods and procedures for disposal of bio-hazardous waste and materials.

Demonstrate computer literacy and/or technical competency necessary to complete departmental tasks including but not limited to; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications (CourtView, OHLEG, and LEADS).

Possess oral and written communication skills necessary to elicit information utilizing Basic and Motivational Interviewing Techniques

Demonstrate an understanding of the Risk/Needs Assessment ORAS and provide appropriate referrals and recommendations based on the risk assessment results utilizing community resources.

Required to annually complete Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction (ODRC) training.

Working hours 8:00am- 4:00pm

Location: 209 S. Chestnut Street, Suite 302, Ravenna, OH 44266

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