Community Supervision Officer

Position Summary

Perform all functions necessary to supervise and maintain records of offenders through pre-sentence status to monitoring compliance of court ordered conditions of probation utilizing evidence-based theories and practices.

• Provides responsible supervision to assigned clients to ensure compliance with court ordered conditions / Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with CSCD policies and procedure and TDCJ-CJAD Standards
• Reviews and clarifies community supervision conditions as set forth by the court
• Conducts interviews and assessments to determine appropriate supervision levels / Maintains accurate levels of supervision throughout the period of community supervision
• Develops individualized supervision and case plans
• Utilizes evidence-based supervision strategies to address criminogenic needs / Makes referrals to effective programs/services to facilitate behavioral changes, reduce recidivism, and encourage pro-social, law abiding behavior
• Takes swift and appropriate action for non-compliance with court ordered conditions, including completion of Violation Report Worksheets and/or recommending action in accordance with established procedures and progressive sanctions in response to probation violations
• Provides Court testimony when required
• Monitors progress and compliance through regular interviews during office reports, collateral contacts and field interaction at probationer's and/or defendant's residence and other locations
• Maintains and documents accurate case files through significant documentation, data entry, and scanning in the CSCD's computerized client case management system
• Collects urine samples for purposes of substance abuse monitoring, according to established policies and procedures
• Provides coverage for absent co-workers when required
• Attends scheduled team and staff meetings
• Meets CSCD and TDCJ-CJAD Standards on audits
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required
• Participates in special projects and performs other related duties as assigned by assigned Staff Operations Manager, Deputy Director and/or CSCD Director

• Bachelor’s degree conferred by a higher education institution; accreditation recognized by the Higher Texas Education Coordinating Board

Preferred degrees:
Criminology, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Counseling, Human Services Development, Law, Pre-Law, Public Administration, Rehabilitative Studies, Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology. Alternatively, one year of graduate study in one of the above disciplines (at least 18 graduate-level accredited hours completed).

Unless currently certified or exempt from certification, must complete community supervision officer certification coursework and successfully pass written examination within the first twelve months of employment.

• Effective interpersonal skills in dealing with offenders, public, and co-workers
• Excellent oral and written communication/presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks with competing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to use sound analytical reasoning to solve difficult or complex problems
• Documented willingness to work and to exceed minimum expectations
• Ability and means to travel as needed
• Willingness to adhere to CSCD policies and support administration despite pressure from others
• Effective conflict resolution skills
• Ability to cooperate and collaborate with others of diverse backgrounds, cultures, or interests
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a workplace culture consistent with CSCD Mission, Vision, and Values
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License
• Must provide proof of current automobile liability insurance
• Must have a working and reliable vehicle

• Preferred:
  Fluent Spanish speaking skills

McLennan County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past ten years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.

• Works indoors and outdoors
• Works in the community conducting field work to include high crime areas of the county
• Conducts face-to-face visits with inmates in County Jail and Residential Facilities including transportation of probationers
• Comes in contact with criminal courts, courthouse personnel, law enforcement and community agencies
• Works with individuals who are on supervision for felony and/or misdemeanor offenses
• Requires a 40‑hour week (Monday through Friday) under potentially stressful conditions; may require a flexible schedule based on the needs of the CSCD

• Reading procedures, policies, standards, case files, reports, and other documents
• Driving personal…