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Probation Officer
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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.
$55,297 / year median in Missouri
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary ##
The Probation Officer, under supervision of the Court Administrator, performs a variety of clerical, technical, and administrative tasks to facilitate the efficient, effective operations of the Municipal Court Probation Program.
Pay range: $22.79-$29.18 per hour
The Probation Officer, under supervision of the Court Administrator, performs a variety of clerical, technical, and administrative tasks to facilitate the efficient, effective operations of the Municipal Court Probation Program.
Pay range: $22.79-$29.18 per hour
Probation/Compliance OfficerApplylocations:
Municipal Courttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100288The City of Lee's Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee's Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee's Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee's Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee's Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America's Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee's Summit's historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee's Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee's Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community.The Probation Officer, under supervision of the Court Administrator, performs a variety of clerical, technical, and administrative tasks to facilitate the efficient, effective operations of the Municipal Court Probation Program.
Pay range: $22.79-$29.18 per hour
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's degree in related field required
- Minimum of three years' experience in criminal justice, social programs or legal-related procedures required
- Must be bondable
NECESSARY
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS andABILITIES
- Ability to support an ethical, non-discriminatory and safe work environment
- Knowledge of legal language and procedures related to municipal court operations and probation functions
- Knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal laws, codes and regulations
- Working knowledge with criminal history reporting and Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System (MULES) and REJIS systems
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and with members of the public as needed
- Considerable knowledge of the principles of business letter writing, English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation, principles and practices of filing and legal file systems, principles and procedures of record keeping
- Ability to maintain accurate records and enter data accurately
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
- Ability to interview defendants and make objective analysis and sound recommendations#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description ##
Probation/Compliance OfficerApplylocations:
Municipal Courttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100288The City of Lee's Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee's Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee's Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee's Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee's Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America's Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee's Summit's historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee's Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee's Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community.The Probation Officer, under supervision of the Court Administrator, performs a variety of clerical, technical, and administrative tasks to facilitate the efficient, effective operations of the Municipal Court Probation Program.
Pay range: $22.79-$29.18 per hour
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's degree in related field required
- Minimum of three years' experience in criminal justice, social programs or legal-related procedures required
- Must be bondable
NECESSARY
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS andABILITIES
- Ability to support an ethical, non-discriminatory and safe work environment
- Knowledge of legal language and procedures related to municipal court operations and probation functions
- Knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal laws, codes and regulations
- Working knowledge with criminal history reporting and Missouri Uniform Law Enforcement System (MULES) and REJIS systems
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and with members of the public as needed
- Considerable knowledge of the principles of business letter writing, English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation, principles and practices of filing and legal file systems, principles and procedures of record keeping
- Ability to maintain accurate records and enter data accurately
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
- Ability to interview defendants and make objective analysis and sound recommendations#J-18808-Ljbffr