The City of Topeka is seeking a dedicated professional to serve in its Probation Division as its Senior Probation Officer. This individual will supervise all activities within the division to include training and assessing the performance of direct reports, providing budgetary input and developing and implementing divisional policies, procedures, goals and objectives.

What you'll do:

• Supervise Probationary staff with respect to performance and behavior.
• Supervise individuals currently on probation to determine compliance with conditions of probation. Make referrals to social service agencies as needed.
• Conduct pre-sentence investigations, which includes conducting drug and alcohol evaluations and preparing detailed reports.

The ideal candidate:

• Has excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively, confidently and professionally with a diverse audience.
• Is highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and exercise sound judgement.
• Is knowledgeable in areas of addictions, assessments, and investigative procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in social sciences, corrections, social work or closely related field. An associate's degree in a closely related field with five years of correctional or probation experience is acceptable.
• With a bachelor’s degree, two years of correctional or probation experience which includes a working knowledge of addiction services.
  • One year of experience supervising subordinates is also required.
• Addiction Counseling Licensure through the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board is required.
  • Additional licenses and certifications from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) is preferred.

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Annual entry salary: $63,865 - $76,638 DOQ

The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health/Dental/Prescription Insurance
• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System.
• Generous paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free in-house full-service fitness facility
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer