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City of Little Rock

Probation Officer I

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Little Rock, AR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Probation Officer or Correctional Treatment Specialist supervises criminal offenders who have been placed on probation as part of a court sentence. Meets with offenders and families, monitors activities, and checks to see that the terms of the probation are being followed. Arranges social services for the offender such as drug rehab or job training; writes reports and recommendations to the court.

$54,466 / year median in Arkansas

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB OBJECTIVE

To monitor and document the progress of Traffic Court defendant's probation and ensure compliance with the terms of their probation; monitors defendants assigned to complete Community Service and report on their compliance; to assist in criminal history research for docket preparation and serves as court security officer before, during and after court. This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening. For a complete list of essential job functions, please click HERE. These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field, one (1) year of experience in probation, law enforcement, counseling, or a related area. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must meet all requirements established by the State Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training. Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position. Must possess Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within thirty (30) days of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this position. Must possess certification as Specialized Police Personnel within one (1) year of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this position. Must obtain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) security and privacy general role certification within thirty (30) days of employment and maintain the certification for the duration of employment in this position.

DISCLAIMER

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Online applications only Applicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically. Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate. List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications. All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account. You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications. Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.