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Clinton County Government
Adult 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.
$64,553 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Clinton County Adult Probation Officer is to supervise adult offenders in the community and attempt to reintegrate these offenders back into the community as law-abiding citizens. The term "supervision" primarily means that Probation Officers attempt to ensure that clients adhere to the rules and regulations of probation or parole. The duties of a Probation Officer are performed under the direction of the Chief Adult/Juvenile Probation Officer. Probation Officers conduct pre-sentence investigations for the Courts as an aid in sentencing. They also complete pre-parole plan investigations and give recommendations to the Court. Detailed records of client contacts and their progress under supervision are required. Frequent review of all cases with the Chief Adult/Juvenile Probation Officer is also required. At times, Probation Officers are required to participate in the arrest and transportation of clients who violate their supervision. Depending on the situation, local police support may be necessary when taking someone into custody. Thorough training is provided before an officer participates in this facet of the job.Essential Functions:
The following duties indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an Adult Probation Officer. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of this position. Other duties may be required or assigned at any time by the Chief Adult/Juvenile Probation Officer or the Court.- Supervise a caseload of Probation, Parole, Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD), Probation without Verdict (PWV), Probation with Restrictive Conditions (PRC), Bail, or Furlough clients to ensure that they are abiding by conditions of supervision.
- Prepare a Revocation Petition when necessary and clearly detail each violation.
- Conduct pre-sentence investigations by consulting with the offender, arresting agency, victims, treatment providers, and others who may have an interest in the case.
- Conduct prior record checks of clients by using all available criminal justice websites.
- Closely monitor compliance with all financial obligations to the Court and promptly file a Revocation Petition for noncompliance.
- Attend court hearings and testify when necessary.
- Process clients after court by reviewing conditions of supervision and ensuring that they sign and understand conditions.
- Periodically drug test clients to monitor compliance with conditions and coordinate drug and alcohol rehabilitation when needed.
- When ordered by the Court, place an electronic monitoring bracelet on clients and ensure compliance with the program.
- Document all contacts, court hearings, etc. in the probation case management system.
- Conduct pre-parole plans for the Court including, ensuring residence is approved and participating in the Re-Entry Assessment Team at the Clinton County Correctional Facility.
- Prepare a variety of reports, memorandums, or other documents to the Court and all parties.
- Arrest and transport clients who are in violation of their supervision.
- Maintain availability while on call to respond to emergency situations.
- Monitor adult and juveniles during community service projects after normal business hours to ensure the project is completed efficiently.
- Meet regularly with the Chief Adult/Juvenile Probation Officer to discuss the progress of clients under supervision.
- Attend training to be certified as a DUI Instructor and Court Reporting Network (CRN) Evaluator, if requested by the Chief Adult/Juvenile Probation Officer.
- Attend a minimum of 40 hours of training annually and stay abreast of changes of law, regulations, and policies.
- Perform similar or related duties as required.
- Maintain regular and on-time attendance.
- Comply with all personnel policies of the Court.
- Perform other related functions as assigned or required.