Probation Officer - Trinidad; Qualification Waived

Job Code JD06654 Location Trinidad / Las Animas County Department Probation Posted 20-Jul-2026 Closes 09-Aug-2026 Position Number 36610 FTE Level 0.65

Job Code: R58000
Full Time Salary Range: $58,418.40 - $84,707.64

This posting may be used to create a Talent Pool. Talent Pools may be used for a period of 10 months after the closing date on a job posting.

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The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.

SUMMARY OF JOB CLASSIFICATION: Performs entry/developing-level Probation Officer responsibilities, including investigation, assessment, supervision, resource coordination, and monitoring of clients’ court-ordered for services. Completes required training courses and programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION WAIVER APPROVED:

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university with major course work preferably in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field.

OR

Additional work experience in these or other related fields may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required formal education. An Associate's Degree may count for two of the four year educational requirements.

Upon hire and as a condition of continued employment, the employee must:

• Complete all Safety Training courses as per state policy.
• Individuals assigned field supervision responsibilities must successfully complete the Officer Field Safety course as per state policy.
• Complete Mandatory New Employee Training required by the Colorado Judicial Branch.
• Complete the initial Probation Academy and subsequent academies in years two, three and four as established by the Division of Probation Services and through Colorado Probation policies and standards and receive a grade of 75% or greater on all post-training exams.
• Complete all other trainings as required by Colorado Probation policies and standards.

This is a part-time (26hrs/week) Probation Officer position in our Huerfano County office that is located at:

200 East First Street

In addition to this open position, this posting will serve to form a Talent Pool for additional Classified or Contract positions that may open soon.

Salary offers are based on a wide variety of factors including a candidate’s experience, skills, and education, as well as budget availability. The full salary range at 0.65 FTE for this position is $3,164.33 - $4,588.33 per month. Job offers are typically made at the lower end of the salary range. Salary growth within the job classification is based on performance awards, salary survey increases, etc.

At the present time there is also an available Temporary Salary Contract for an additional 6 hours per week through 6/30/2027, with the possibility of renewal depending on available budgetary funds. The salary range for this 6-hour contract is $730.23 - $1,058.84 per month. Ideally, the successful candidate would be hired to both positions.

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform assigned essential functions listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency and percentage of time may vary based on assignment.

• Performs case management duties including documenting client related activities, reviewing client documents and court orders, and managing the client's e-file.
• Conducts face-to-face appointments and interviews.…