JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Probation Officer
Close Date: When Filled
Salary Range: $44,470.00

Duties for this position include serving the Court through the supervision of offenders such as conducting home visits and other fieldwork, report writing, court testimony, on-call assignments, drug testing, facilitating group meetings, as well as other duties including those mandated by the Illinois Compiled Statutes. Will include non-traditional working hours.

Abilities needed include developing competency in the duties of a probation officer; gaining a working knowledge of the criminal justice system; demonstrating strong organizational, writing, and computer skills; exhibiting skills to work well with a wide array of people including offenders and their families, victims of crime, co-workers, court personnel and law enforcement, as well as, members of the community.

Qualities being sought are integrity, professionalism, dependability, confidentiality, flexibility, and a willingness to learn new skills.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university; preferably with major course work in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or related social/human services field.

Compensation: $44,470.00; plus, benefits.

Probationary Period: Twelve months

The applicant selected must adhere to the Model Code of Professional Conduct for Illinois Probation/Court Services employees set forth by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.

Those interested must submit a cover letter and resume.

Submissions should be directed to:

Matthew Noar, Director of Court Services
Woodford County Probation and Court Services
105 E Court St, Eureka, IL 61530

*In addition, interested applicants must submit a state application for probation and court services employment and be added to the hiring list. This application and related instructions can be accessed at the Illinois Courts website:

http:/www.illinoiscourts.gov/Administrative/forms/Probation/Employment/Probation-Court_Services_Employment-Promotion_Application.pdf

EQUAL OPPORTUNTIY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $44,470.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person