Adult Probation Officer​/Drug Testing Coordinator

Spirit Lake Tribe

P.O. Box 359

Job Title:

Adult Probation Officer/Drug Testing

Open Date:
October 22, 2026

Program/

Department:

Employment

Status:

Full-Time Number of

One

Grade: 13 (starting $20.23/hr.)

Driver’s License

Required:

Yes

Others:

No

Position Objective:
This position entails performing entry level probation officer work such as investigating, counseling and supervising a caseload of offenders within the policies and procedures of the Spirit Lake Tribal Court. In addition to duties as a Probation Officer, this position also overlooks the drug testing program as the Drug Testing Coordinator. The position will occasionally be expected to be on call as needed.

The position may work with challenged or potentially aggressive offenders. The position travels occasionally when necessary for training, to conduct home visits or to network with other agencies. The position is mostly sedentary work with occasional lifting/carrying objects such as large files. The applicant should expect to work with average exposure to noise and may be subject to frequent disruptions and a moderate degree of stress.

• Prefer a person with a two-year degree in social or behavioural sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement or related field.
• Must immediately become certified as a drug tester/collector with the applicable service provider and/or testing laboratory of the Spirit Lake Tribal Court.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to relate to tribal people.
• Ability to function independently, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with clients, coworkers and others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client information and records.
• Must have knowledge of basic principles and practices of a probation officer and the Court system.
• Ability to work effectively with challenged persons in a firm and respective manner.
• Knowledge of laws affecting drug testing, probation/parole and the ability to carry out some laws and duties within the defined procedures of the law; including times when a person must take the initiative and make independent decisions.
• Knowledge of computers and other office equipment to prepare and file reports with the Court.
• Knowledge of criminology and penology.
• Knowledge of how to use breath testing equipment and drug testing equipment in a proper and safe manner.
• Must be able to travel as needed to perform job functions and for training as necessary.
• Must pass a tribal, state and federal criminal background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and current insurance and maintain the same; and must be insurable under the policies of the Spirit Lake Tribe.
• Knowledge of Spirit Lake Tribal Community, Tribal Court and Tribal Agencies.
• Must show emotional and mental stability.
• Must be able to react quickly in the event of a disturbance.
• Must pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.
• Must react swiftly to offender’s needs during supervisory sessions.
• Must be of high moral, character and integrity.
• Tribal enrolled persons will be granted preference.

• Provide community protection through casework services as a Probation Officer for the Spirit Lake Tribal Court.
• Conduct pre-sentence investigations for the court.
• Provide counseling and supportive services to assist probationers with their personal, social and economic adjustments to the community.
• Enforce court orders.
• Provide reports to the court monthly regarding all offenders on probation.
• Conduct informal pre-violation meetings with probationers.
• Document and maintain notes and record keeping in compliance with established policies, procedures and regulations for court and/or grants.
• Maintain contact with probationers and their…