Chief Probation Officer Common Pleas Court, General Division

DIVISION

General Division – Common Pleas Court

Judges of the Court of Common Pleas

Exempt / Unclassified

$95,000 – $110,000

September 30, 2026

Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code § 2301.27, the Court of Common Pleas hereby provides public notice of vacancy for the position of Chief Probation Officer.

In accordance with statutory requirements:

• The position is being publicly advertised to ensure a fair, open, and competitive selection process
• The Court will evaluate qualified applicants based on merit, experience, and demonstrated competency
• Final appointment authority rests with the Judges of the Court of Common Pleas, following completion of the competitive hiring process

This process is intended to ensure compliance with state law, equal employment opportunity principles, and Ohio Supreme Court expectations regarding probation leadership and operations.

The Court of Common Pleas, Medina County, Ohio, is a court of general jurisdiction with authority over felony criminal matters, civil cases, and other proceedings as defined by law.

The Department of Probation Services is responsible for:

• Pre-sentence, Intervention in Lieu of Conviction, and Pretrial investigations
• Community control and Pretrial supervision
• Specialized caseloads and dockets
• Risk/needs assessment and case planning
• Coordination with treatment providers and justice system partners
• Managing internal Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Anger Management Groups
• Community Service Program
• Overseeing Clinical and Quality Assurance Director, Grant Director/Technology Coordinator, and Specialty Docket Director as well as any other middle management positions

The Chief Probation Officer serves as the executive administrator of the probation department and is responsible for ensuring the department operates in full compliance with Ohio law, Rules of Superintendence, and evidence-based correctional practices.

This position functions as a key advisor to the Court and is accountable for public safety outcomes, operational integrity, and professional standards.

• Administer probation services in accordance with Ohio Revised Code, including § 2301.27, and all other applicable statutes
• Ensure compliance with the Ohio Supreme Court Rules of Superintendence, including records management, confidentiality, and operational standards
• Advise judges on matters relating to sentencing options, community control, and supervision practices
• Ensure all probation functions are carried out consistent with constitutional protections and due process requirements

• Direct and oversee all operations of the probation department
• Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies and procedures
• Establish strategic goals aligned with the mission and priorities of the Court
• Ensure continuity of operations and organizational effectiveness

• Ensure implementation and fidelity to validated risk and needs assessment tools
• Oversee supervision practices consistent with evidence-based correctional principles
• Promote use of graduated sanctions and incentives including but not limited to a Behavioral Management System
• Ensure supervision conditions are proportionate to Risk Assessment Risk/Needs level while maintaining public safety

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of pre-sentence investigations, Intervention in Lieu of Conviction, pretrial, and status reports to the Court
• Oversee data collection and reporting required by the Ohio Supreme Court and other oversight entities
• Monit…