Specialized Populations Officer Job Omaha area,Nebraska USA,Social Work

Hiring Agency

Supreme Court - Agency 5

Location

Omaha, NE

1821 N 73 St, Omaha, NE

Job Posting: JR Specialized Populations Officer (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On: 08-06-2026

Job Description

The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position.

This classification level is responsible for providing case management and supervision of high-risk individuals entered into the Problem-Solving Court program, post-release supervision, or other high-risk adult and juvenile probationers for specialized cases including sex offenders, domestic violence offenders, and drug offences. Responsibilities may include: performing pre-sentence investigations; classification and clinical assessments for PSC participants to identify needs; developing case plan to track and manage goals;

working with treatment providers within the community; investigating violations and discussing sanctions; conducting cognitive group therapy meetings; conducting and monitoring drug tests; preparing and submitting probationer progress reports; arresting or detaining probationers per statute; performing field and home visits for assessment and reassessment. Cases assignments based on rotation and supervisor assignment (for PSCs).

The Judicial Branch offers

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 Education
- Opportunity for bilingual pay

Travel Expectations

Regular travel within the district to conduct community visits and support operations as part of our commitment to active community supervision.

Occasional regional travel for orientation, training, and educational workshops.

Work Schedule

Core hours are Monday-Friday daytime. As part of our 24/7 commitment to community safety, occasional on-call, evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.

Salary and Compensation

Starting Salary: $60,313.77 annually (Hiring Rate).
Immediate Growth:
Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period.
Starting Rate Flexibility:
Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval.
Please Note:

Candidates approved to start above the Hiring Rate (at or above the Minimum Permanent rate) are not eligible for the 2.5% post-probation increase.
Future Increases:
Annual cost-of-living adjustments (applied on July
1) are subject to State Legislature approval.

Job Duties

Investigates, monitors and or supervises targeted, program-specific high-risk individuals on probation, post-release supervision and/or involved in a Problem-Solving Court adult and juvenile offenders.

Performs counseling, case management, case reporting, and related functions of managing a caseload under close supervision.

Develops a team supervision approach with the individual's referral source (probation officer who conducted the PSI, Navigation Officer, Problem Solving Court Team, County Jail staff, Prison Caseworker.

Participates in the treatment process of individuals and is engaged in the probationer's/participant's treatment through regular and on-going communication with treatment providers and through attendance at treatment groups and facilities. Assists in the development of relapse prevention plan.

Facilitates groups which may include, but not be limited to, topical, supervision groups, cognitive programs or skill building, life skills enhancement and general education of clients.

Prepares violation reports, compliance reports and conducts record checks;
Enters and updates client information into appropriate systems; determines reports to send to the court for updates.

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in social services, Criminal Justice or directly related field
Experience : 2 years of experience

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