Probation Officer II

Job Description Summary

The Probation Officer II as a lead officer will participate in the planning and developing of new officer training; coordinate the orientation of new officers, perform as a mentor to support the performance development of officers, perform duties of a probation officer and coordinate various in-service education and special projects.

Depending on the needs of the Division, may be assigned to Court or Field Services (required to transfer at short notice). Different assignments may require diverse strengths in performance of duties.

Because probationers under Court supervision are convicted felons and/or persons with domestic violence convictions, these job duties expose the probation officers to a risk of being assaulted by probationers, family members and others in proximity to the probationers. As a result, the probation officer position is designated as a safety-sensitive position in accordance with ACJA

• 6-106(A) and ACJA
• 6- 107(A). All probation officers must “demonstrate, by proficiency testing, competency and understanding of the physical and verbal techniques and tactics presented at the defensive tactics training academy.” ACJA
• 6-107(G)(1)(b). The proficiency testing is based upon whether they can perform the skills or tactics (or comparable alternatives) necessary for self-defense.

Hiring Range: $28.55 – $31.40 hourly This is a classified position that reports to a Probation Officer III. This position performs duties under general supervision and has lead responsibilities for the work over other officers in the same unit.

Step forward as a leader. Inspire excellence. Make a difference that matters.
Inspire, develop, and create lasting impact. As a Probation Officer II, you will have the opportunity to use your experience and expertise to guide new probation officers.

• Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)
• 15 paid vacation days, 12 holidays, and 15 days of sick leave
• 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Employer-paid Short
  -term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement $5,250 per year
• Health Wellness discount program
• Mental and Behavioral Health Benefits
• Paid Training with Advancement Opportunities
• Free access to Court Gym

Upon yearly anniversary, 56 hours of sick time accrued, less usage, may be rolled over to vacation time.

• A minimum age of 21 years and must be a United States citizen or have legal resident status (Supreme Court Order # 2003-92),

AND

• A bachelors degree preferably in the field of behavioral science or a related field (Supreme Court Order # 2003-92) and three years of post-graduate work experience in probation as a probation officer or a higher-level position.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Experience serving as a lead, mentor, and/or trainer within a probation environment.

Once a candidate formally accepts a job offer with Superior Court, Juvenile Court, or Justice Court (Tucson and Ajo), all other active applications within these courts will be inactivated.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Complete background/reference checks, interviews, polygraph and/or drug testing, and pre- employment psychological examinations.
• Must successfully complete 40-hour Defensive Tactics Training Academy as soon as practical, but no later than 120 days from the date of employment [see ACJA 6-107(G)].
• Must demonstrate, by proficiency testing, competency and understanding of the physical and verbal techniques and tactics presented at the Defensive Tactics Training Academy.
• Must successfully complete eight (8) hours of defensive tactics refresher…