Job Description
Probation District Placement Coordiantor State of Nebraska - 3.4 Omaha, NE Job Details Full-time $33.03 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Resource allocation Staff performance monitoring Computer operation Records maintenance Program management Case assessment Intake Social service program staff supervision Filing Desktop applications Legal knowledge in community supervision Individual case management in social services Case plan creation in social work Task assignment General management Full Job Description The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Supreme Court - Agency 5 Location:
Omaha, NE Hiring Rate:
$33.031 Job Posting:
JR2026-00026506
Probation District Placement Coordiantor (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 06-10-2026 Job Description:
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, and more. Under general supervision of district Chief Probation Officer, responsibilities include supervising intake staff, matching the service needs of juveniles with out-of-home services in conjunction with the referring probation officer. Work includes the evaluation of juvenile specific programming available in out-of-home services and the oversight and quality assurance of new and existing out-of-home services. Work at this level involves the application of standards; quality assurance of out-of-home services; and research to identify and develop interventions, best practices, and services at the district level. The employee is expected to exercise initiative and judgment in the performance of assigned responsibilities. Job Duties 1. Supervises subordinate staff by prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; and making hiring, termination and disciplinary decisions. 2. Conducts analysis of provided services, and research to identify and develop interventions, best practices, and services at the district level. 3. Responsible for the distribution of cases, coordinating court appearances, and management information in order to monitor workload. 4. Consults with probation officers and utilizes risk assessment instruments and case staffing to match juveniles with appropriate alternatives to detention based on needs and behaviors. 5. Coordinates with the Juvenile Justice Treatment Specialist/designee to identify, obtain, and resolve issues relative to juvenile services to enhance the use of detention alternatives. 6. Maintains appropriate documentation which supports compliance with federal, state, and local laws; collects and monitors data outcomes; prepares reports, as necessary, and oversees program evaluation. 7. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. 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. Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related fields AND 2 years of related program management experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education. Knowledge:
Supervisory principles; Applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies, programs and services; Case management practices and principles and community resources; Best practices regarding risk assessment and intake options; Knowledge of issues concerning juvenile justice, and access to services for juveniles; Knowledge of Justice System; Applicable practices and regulations for legal proceedings; Computers and applicable software applications. Skills:
Managing and evaluating employees; Prioritizing and assigning work; Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards; Planning, coordinating, monitoring, and prioritizing resource development assignments; Consulting and interacting with the court, staff, providers and other stakeholders; Developing placement service plans, analyzing assessment instruments, matching service needs and funding options; Developing and providing education to staff and other local, state, and national juvenile justice stakeholders; Maintaining records and files; 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. Physical Requirements:
Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ 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! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, 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.
