Probation Officer- Pretrial Investigation

Job Title

Probation Officer

Under general supervision, performs work of considerable difficulty in probation and other community supervision services. The primary responsibility of this position is to assist the probationer to solve problems and to make necessary adjustments to reduce law-violating behavior. Supervision of the defendants conduct in the community and adherence to court ordered conditions is also integral to the position. Officers also serve investigatory functions and submit reports to the court regarding defendant social and criminal histories.

Work requires the use of independent judgment, initiative, and familiarity with standards, policies, and functions of the 19th Judicial Circuit.

8am to 5pm Mon-Fri

Every other Weekend 5am-2pm

May be required to be on-call during conventional and non-conventional (evening/weekends)

May be required to work some holidays as assigned

Knowledge of, and proficient use of, Core Correctional Practices and other evidence-based practices and tools such as: risk assessments, motivational interviewing, targeted interventions, positive reinforcement, outcome measures and feedback

Provides meaningful interaction and interventions with the client

Can involve facilitation (group or individual) of evidence-based services to clients

Responds to emergency situations that arise for client crisis intervention and provides appropriate follow-up services

Appears in court to provide oral reports or testimony on assigned defendants and/or probationers (e.g. bond hearings, status hearings, sentencing hearings, trials, etc.)

Keeps complete, timely and accurate records, reports, logs and case files on each probationer

Makes referrals for supportive services and maintains contact with agency for the duration of the service

Completes reports filed with the court, such as Bond Reports, Risk Assessments, IPS and Problem-Solving Court Assessments, Status Reports, Criminal History Reports, Limited Inquiries or as assigned or ordered by the court

Completes comprehensive Probation and Compliance Intakes and/or Pretrial Orientations

Maintains LEADS certifications as required

Conducts urinalysis and breathalyzer testing

Monitors defendant's compliance with court ordered conditions

Processes requests for Petitions for Revocation per policy on clients

Imposes Administrative Sanctions on clients per policy

Collects DNA samples and submits to the Illinois State Police.

Regular and ongoing contact with victims and/or collateral contacts

May be required to work evenings and weekends as assigned

May be required to be on-call during conventional and non-conventional (evening/weekends) hours as assigned

Tracks all pending and court outcomes on assigned clients

Good knowledge of modern social service practices and casework philosophy, methods and practices

Good knowledge of the methods, practices, and procedures of investigation

Ability to deal with difficult offenders in the community

Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations

Possession of a significant level of ethical integrity

Ability to effectively problem solve

Ability to write reports and routine business correspondence

Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, judges, attorneys, clients, and the general public

Work with mathematical concepts.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use a computer. Good knowledge of PC operations and software (Word processing and spreadsheet) are required

Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably with major course work in criminal justice, law enforcement, sociology, psychology, or related field.

PRETRIAL OFFICER POSITIONS Require Certification from the Illinois Office of Statewide Pretrial Services. OSPS website: www.

ILOSPS.gov

Must be a United States citizen.

Must be a resident of Illinois. (May reside in Wisconsin with prior approval)

Must possess a valid driver's license.

Must pass an extensive criminal background check.

Must pass a physical examination

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

May involve long periods sitting and driving in a car

Ability to pass a county physical

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Only employees who have completed the probationary period are eligible for a transfer or promotion.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.