Probation Officer Adult-Juvenile

Location:

18106 Cumberland Road - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060

Hamilton County is one of Indiana’s fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county – a percent that has remained constant since 2010. Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from “Best Cities to Relocate To” and “Best City to Raise a Family” to “Healthiest County in Indiana” and “Happiest Suburbs in the Nation”.

Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Incumbent serves as Probation Officer/Adult/Juvenile/CARE for the Probation Department, responsible for supervising and assisting probationers.

Conducts pre-sentence/preliminary investigations and writes comprehensive reports for court as required, including researching criminal histories conducting interviews, gathering collateral information. Advising victims of their rights and obtaining victim impact statements.

Prepares a variety of documents for department staff, the court and other criminal justice stakeholders. Communicates professionally and ensures that all information and testimony provided are accurate. Testifies in court proceedings and makes recommendations, including those related to appropriate sentencing, and notifies the court of any probation violations. Assists court in making pre-trial and pre-adjudication release decisions.

Monitors and supports clients by conducting assessments, reviewing, and tracking compliance with court-ordered conditions, and required appointments. Coordinates with treatment providers, visiting probationers’ homes/schools/service providers, and assisting in obtaining related community services as needed, such as alcohol/drug abuse treatment, and anger control counseling. Administers substance abuse evaluations and drug screens.

Follows and applies Evidence‑Based Practices (EBP) throughout a probationer’s term, incorporating and documenting the use of actuarial risk assessments, E.P.I.C.S., case planning, incentives, and sanctions for moderate‑to high‑risk probationers. Continues to attend training and expand knowledge of effective probation practices, including problem‑solving court topics.

Maintains current, accurate case files, including classifying clients according to risk, recording client’s attitude, behavior and compliance with probation conditions, entering information into our case management system. Checks on caseloads on a regular basis to ensure files remain updated and accurate.

Monitors payment of probationer fees and fines.

Assists court in transferring/accepting supervision of clients to/from other jurisdictions and cooperates with other county/state/federal probation departments and other agencies regarding investigations.

Maintains current knowledge of applicable local, state and federal rules/regulations, new developments in probation, technology and substance abuse trends. Completes all annual training requirements in a timely manner.

Serves on 24-hour call for emergencies on rotation schedule.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in criminal…