Probation Officer

Position Details

This position is open until filled, with a first review date of October 1, 2026. To be considered for the first screening, your application must have been received before 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on Wednesday,
September 30
, 2026. The Auburn Municipal Court is looking for two (2) Probation Officers to add to the team!

The City of Auburn is conducting this recruitment to establish a qualified hiring pool in anticipation of City Council consideration and approval of funding for this position as part of the City’s budget process in September 2026. Candidates may participate in the recruitment, interview, and selection process prior to final budget approval; however, no appointment or offer of employment will be made unless and until the position and associated funding receive all required City approvals.

The resulting eligibility/hiring pool may be used to fill this position following approval and may also be used to fill similar vacancies, as appropriate.

• Ability to self-start; ability to problem solve;
• Interpersonal communication;
• Strong writing skills;
• Accountability and integrity;
• Ability to de-escalate and educate defendants.

The culture at Auburn Municipal Court is one founded on respect, teamwork, excellence, communication and purpose. We understand and embrace the value of each employee for their unique perspectives, experiences and knowledge. We promote staff growth and development through training and education, along with supportive leadership. Your hard work and dedication will not go unrecognized.

The City operates as a Strong-Mayor form of Mayor-Council government, with a City Council of seven at-large members. The management team at the City of Auburn includes the Mayor and nine Department Directors from the following departments:
Administration, Community Development, Finance, Human Resources, Innovation & Technology, Legal, Parks & Arts & Recreation, Police, and Public Works. With a mission to improve the lives of Auburn residents, promote diversity, and support economic growth, Team Auburn is a great place to work!

In this job, you will:

• Manage an assigned caseload and conducts intake, classification, risk/needs assessments, reassessments, and case planning consistent with court orders, applicable standards, and departmental procedures.
• Outreach to treatment facilities and other interventions to ensure accurate reporting to the court.
• Administer and monitor alternatives to incarceration and other court-authorized programs as assigned, which may include community service, electronic monitoring, day reporting, therapeutic or behavioral programming, and other sentencing alternatives.
• Administer compliance tools such as drug testing and preliminary breath tests.
• Appear and testify in court as required; presents case information, documentation, professional assessments, and recommendations to judges, attorneys, and other authorized court participants.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, behavioral science, law enforcement, or other closely relate field,
• Two (2) years of experience in probation, corrections, court services, criminal justice, social services, case management.

• Valid Washington state driver's license without pending risk of loss at time of appointment.
• Successfully complete the Correctional Services Academy training within six (6) months of employment as required by WAC
• Successfully complete Ohio Risk Assessment System End User training within six (6) months of employment.

NOTE:

This position will be required to be…