Misdemeanor Probation​/Pretrial Officer

These are two full-time opportunities with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The pay range for this position is $26.2952 - $26.9526 per hour, DOE.

The Missoula County Community Justice Department is seeking two MISDEMEANOR PROBATION/PRETRIAL OFFICERS to join their team. This position performs work in the Community Justice Department to provide court-ordered misdemeanor probation and pretrial services to defendants of misdemeanor and felony crimes. Interviews, assesses, monitors, counsels, investigates, and supervises probationers and defendants held in, and released from, the Missoula County Detention Facility (MCDF) within the authority established by the court.

Priority screening will begin on Monday, December 1, 2025
. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established, or the positions have been filled.

• Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested/submitted.
• Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, and a resume.
• Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

Assesses the current Detention Facility population to identify defendants eligible for the Pretrial Program and conducts subsequent review or assessment for the court’s consideration. Conducts in-person screening to determine defendants’ risk level and makes recommendations to the Court regarding conditions of release. Conducts background investigations, and prepares and submits recommendations for conditions of release, and the need for incarceration or early release to the court.

Conducts initial assessments of defendants assigned to the Pretrial Program upon each defendant’s release from the jail. Monitors, counsels, investigates, interviews, and supervises probationers/pretrial defendants within the authority established by the court. Performs drug and alcohol testing on a random or routine basis. Reports release violations via non-compliance reports to the court. Routinely attends or testifies in court and before administrative bodies.

Investigates background and criminal history of probationers/defendants. Queries computerized databases to include but not limited to CJIN/NCIC, Full Court Enterprise and LERMS. Refers probationers/pretrial defendants to appropriate resources or programs by using a risk and needs assessment. Coordinates participation in programs and use of community resources including job training, educational supports, counseling, housing, medical services. Monitors compliance and progress in treatment and/or other community programs.

Works collaboratively with family members and other collateral contacts to engage and support a participant’s progress as they move through the justice system. Assists in developing individual goal plans based on misdemeanor probationer/defendant input, interests, and needs. Ensures they receive reminders about their court appearances. Investigates and follows up on reports made by Law Enforcement which may require returning to work outside of normal business hours and weekends to address violations.

Ensures participants’ records are entered into relevant databases for tracking progress and outcomes of at-risk populations. Maintains accurate and detailed case files, client records and program data. Assists with data collection and evaluation for research and/or referral to other agencies. Provides regular service reports to supervisor. Writes reports, articles, PSAs and other public relations pieces. Attends relevant meetings with stakeholders and criminal justice professionals.

Makes recommendations to adapt program policies and adjust procedures.

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and some formal training in behavioral sciences.
• Related work experience may be substituted for education requirements as described in MCA 46-23-1003.
• Requires one year of experience in a criminal justice or community service provider…