Probation Officer Trainee (Juvenile)

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Supreme Court - Agency 5 Location: North Platte Job Posting, Statewide Job Posting Hiring Rate: $19.47 Classification Salary Range: $1.00 - $1,000.00 Job Posting: JR2023-00000065 Probation Officer Trainee (Juvenile) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 12-09-2023 Job Description: This entry level position involves job orientation and training under close supervision for a period of one year to afford the trainee an opportunity to gain experience and develop ability. Incumbents of this classification are trained on performing investigatory and supervisory responsibilities involving offenders, under direct supervision for assigned district. Additional Training includes managing a caseload; preparing investigation reports; supervising offenders; conducting intake and detention interviews; testifying in courts; performing drug and alcohol testing; arresting or detaining defenders under directions; and managing and maintaining the electronic monitoring equipment. JOB DUTIES: Become familiar with various types of pre-sentence/pre-disposition investigations for adults and juvenile offenders including: conducting intake and assessment interviews with offenders, families, and others to gather information on the individual and determine environmental factors that led to delinquent behaviors. Becomes familiar with providing recommendations for sentencing to the court based on case findings. Also be trained on presenting information verbally and in writing before the court, and completing intake paperwork. Becomes familiar with performing risk assessments to determine proper supervision level of client; recommending incentives and/or sanctions based on assessment; monitoring drug screens. Introduced and trained on meeting with clients on probation in order to provide counselling, complete case reporting, and other related functions of managing a caseload. This includes conducting assessments or follow ups; providing direction to help clients accomplish court requirements; providing referrals to community resources including food, shelter, and work. Introduced and trained on repairing violation reports, compliance reports and conducting record checks; Training also includes the entering and updating client information into appropriate systems; determining reports to send to the court for updates. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences, criminal justice. PREFERRED: Ability to speak Spanish. All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education. $3,000 hiring bonus to join the Judicial Branch! The Judicial Branch is a state-funded Branch of Government that offers medical/dental/vision, $20,000 free basic life insurance, state-matched 156% retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, earned paid vacation and sick leave, tuition reimbursement and more. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Customer service 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; Modern office procedures and equipment; Recordkeeping principles; Document review techniques; Computers and related software applications. Making home-visits; Interviewing probationers; Tracking probationers’ location(s); Utilizing probation and protective techniques; Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations; Preparing activity reports and updating databases; Operating computers and applicable software applications; Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. Incumbents may be subjected to environmental threats, odors, dusts, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and travel. The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or genetics. The Judicial Branch complies with Veterans Preference Laws. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!

Salary : $19 - $1,000