Juvenile Probation Supervisor

Juvenile Probation Supervisor (Open)

This classification level is responsible for managing, training and supervising daily activities and employees within a specialized unit, district field service division. Responsibilities may include supervising assigned unit probation officer staff; conducting presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervising an active caseload in accordance with rules and standards; assisting in completing case file reviews; supervise/review case plans to ensure tracking and management of goals;

working with treatment providers within the community; supervising the investigation of violations and discussing sanctions; monitor the conduct of cognitive group therapy meetings; supervise the conducting of drug tests; review prepared probationer progress reports; arresting or detaining probationers per statute; performing field and home visits for assessment and reassessment.

Location and Office Coverage:

This position will cover the Sarpy and Cass Counties Juvenile division.

Home Office: 1410 Wall St Suite 100, Bellevue, NE 68005

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:

Primarily day shift, with occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays required.

Salary and Compensation:

• Starting Salary: $66,495.93 annually (Hiring Rate).
• Immediate Growth*:
  Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period (if starting at Hiring Rate).
• 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

• Supervises assigned probation unit staff to include planning, prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; coordinating staff training; and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures.
• Manages and directs day-to-day probation operations and functions for the assigned specialized unit; ensures conformance to work standards, operating procedures, and system policies.
• Conducts presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervise an active caseload in accordance with system rules and regulations.
• Trains probation staff within a specialized unit, district field service division or satellite office, in practices, policies and procedures associated with the supervision and investigation of offenders and monitor their compliance with system standards.
• Evaluates lower-level staff case plans and intervention strategies; ensures a standard of quality and compliance in approved strategies; provides guidance to lower-level staff regarding challenging or unique cases.
• 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

• Minimum Qualifications :
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in the social sciences, criminal justice, or related fields, AND
• Experience:
  
  7 years' experience working in a probation system or related organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Note:
  
  An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.
• All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.
• Knowledge
• Customer service principles.
• Supervisory principles.
• Criminal Justice system, laws, legal codes, and court procedures.
• Interview and Assessment procedures and practices.
• Intervention policies and procedures.
• Signs of various forms of abuse, mental health issues, or neglect.
• Crisis intervention techniques.
• Document review techniques.
• Computers and related software applications.
• Skills
• Providing customer service.
• Evaluating work for quality, accuracy, and completion.
• Cognitive restructuring.
• Performing interviews.
• Maintaining records and files.
• Utilizing probation and protective techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex, ambiguous information and make sound, evidence-based decisions.
• Proven capacity to exercise independent judgment in situations that may significantly affect individual liberty, child safety, or family stability.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and effective when interacting with individuals who may be distressed, resistant, or adversarial.
• Skill in verbal de-escalation, conflict resolution, and maintaining control of challenging situations.
• Capacity to engage in physical intervention, including physical contact, in…