Adult Probation Officer Part-time – Pretrial Services Program – Public Safety Division Position Available In Hamilton, Tennessee

Adult Probation Officer Part-time

• Pretrial Services Program
• Public Safety Division Hamilton County, TN
• 2.6 Chattanooga, TN Job Details Part-time $21.80
• $27.25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Bilingual Spanish Management English Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Associate’s degree 2 years Full Job Description Salary $21.80
• $27.

25 Hourly Location Chattanooga, TN Job Type

PART TIME

Job Number 04/28/2025

• 1866
• 1 Division

PUBLIC SAFETY DIVISION

Department Pretrial Services Program Opening Date 04/28/2025 Closing Date 5/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Description

THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible duties associated with the compilation of information, conducting of thorough interviews, development of comprehensive reports, presentation of recommendations and monitoring for compliance, individuals sentenced to probation, community corrections or pretrial services as an alternative to or in conjunction with incarceration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is

ILLUSTRATIVE

ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.) Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Management, Behavioral or Social Sciences or a closely related field. A valid driver’s license is required. OR An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Management, Behavioral or Social Sciences or a closely related field and two (2) years of direct work experience in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Management, Behavioral or Social Sciences or a closely related field. A valid driver’s license is required. OR The equivalent of a high school diploma and four (4) years of direct work experience in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Management, Behavioral or Social Sciences or a closely related field. A valid driver’s license is required.

SAFETY SENSITIVE

This position has been identified as “safety sensitive” under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred

• Applicants who are proficient in both English and Spanish are preferred, but not required, for this position.

A test will be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: Physical requirements are the same for all programs. Work involves the potential for physical harm in dealing with defendants and potential exposure to infectious diseases.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

: Within three (3) months of date of hire, incumbents must be eligible to receive and must retain all certifications and training mandated by Tennessee statutes, rules, administrative orders and Hamilton County Policies and Procedures. Incumbents must be able to obtain a driver’s license with “F” endorsement or the equivalent from state of residence within three (3) months from date of hire.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.

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//www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx Hamilton County offers medical insurance, life insurance, paid leave, and paid holidays to Full Time and Skimp (25 hours per week) employees. Full time employees also receive Retirement. Employer Hamilton County Address 317 Oak Street Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37402 Phone 423-209-6120 423-209-6123 Website http://www.hamiltontn.gov