Probation Officer Assistant

Probation Officer Assistant Application Status

Applications No Longer Accepted On: 06-19-2026

In-Office only.
1825 10th St Ste 10, Gering, NE 69341
Travel may be required at times.

Work Schedule:

Some non-traditional hours may be required.

Starting Salary: $42,863.87 annually (Hiring Rate). Immediate growth:
Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period when starting at the Hiring Rate. Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval. Candidates approved to start above the Hiring Rate are not eligible for the 2.5% post-probation increase. Annual cost‑of‑living adjustments (applied on July
1) are subject to State Legislature approval.

The classification level is responsible for assisting in performing supervision, case planning and/or monitoring of offenders at high risk to reoffend, including recreational, home, educational, treatment and community activities. Responsibilities may include assisting in performing interviews for preparation of investigative reports, performing curfew checks, drug testing and assessments, and assisting offenders in retaining employment under the direct supervision of the Chief Probation Officer or designee.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree or 63 hours of coursework from a four‑year college in a related field OR
• 2 years of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.

• Basic principles, practices, and procedures of probation services.
• Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Rules, regulations, and procedures of the department.
• Probation techniques and procedures.
• Report writing.
• Interviewing techniques.
• Tracking technologies.

• Making home visits.
• Interviewing probationers.
• Tracking probationers’ location(s).
• Utilizing probation and protective techniques.
• Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Preparing activity reports and updating databases.
• Operating computers and applicable software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Incumbents may be subject to travel. Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the employee sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Health & Wellness: 79% employer‑paid health and prescription insurance. Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase. Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability, available to purchase. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support. Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Financial Security: 156% state‑matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan. FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy. Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase.

Paid Time Off & Leave: 13 paid holidays annually. Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately. Military leave and Funeral/Bereavement leave.

Professional Growth:
Paid training to develop your skills. Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications. Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch. Opportunity for bilingual pay.

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans.