JOB
Possible unit assignments include: Adult, Juvenile, Specialized Probation Services, Drug Rehabilitation, Sex Offender, Community Restitution Services, Pretrial, Domestic Violence, Administrative/Warrant, Special Programs Hybrid, Hybrid, Conditional Discharge, Pre-Sentence Investigation
REPORT TO: Court Services Supervisor
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Working with individuals under the jurisdiction of the Court by promoting positive behavioral change utilizing methods proven to increase public safety. In doing so, the probation officer works with individuals to maximize their potential and mitigate risk to the community in an effort to reduce recidivism.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in the human services fields of study, be on the Administrative Office of Illinois Court hiring list at the time of hire, and have a valid driver’s license.
GENERAL EMPLOYMENT
QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the minimum educational requirements, successful applicant will have the demonstrated ability in the following:
Oral/Written Communication Skills
Interpersonal Sensitivity
Planning/Organizing
Problem Analysis and Solutions
Oral Fact Finding Skills
Computer Competency
Bilingual, English/Spanish Language Skills Preferred
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
Consideration will also be given to work histories and basic knowledge of Court Services. Applicants will be subject to a criminal history background check before an offer of employment is made. A Hiring List of potential candidates will be compiled and kept for a period of six months.
THOSE EMPLOYEES COVERED BY THE BARGAINING UNIT ARE REPRESENTED BY THE "GENERAL CHAUFFEURS SALES DRIVERS AND HELPERS, LOCAL UNION #330." INITIATION FEE OF $100 AFTER 30 DAYS PROBATION, PLUS A REGULAR MONTHLY FEE WHICH EQUALS TWO AND A HALF (2 1/2) TIMES THE HOURLY RATE PLUS $3.00.