What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer position at City of Wyoming?
Department: 62-A District Court
Department Head: Chris Kittmann, District Court Administrator
Date Posted: 03/12/2025
Date Closing: 03/28/2025
Wage: $30.72-$37.64 per hour
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The Probation Officer is responsible for professional and technical social casework and supervising and counseling adult offenders sentenced to probation by the District Court. This position will ensure that the offenders comply with the court-ordered conditions by developing and implementing treatment programs for individuals to reduce the risk of future criminality. The Probation Officer conducts investigations and prepares reports to assist the judges in determining the most appropriate sentence of individuals brought before the court.
A person in this position must possess a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
This position offers a competitive base wage and a generous employee benefits package including:
- 38 hours per week (full-time)
- Paid leave time including holidays, sick, vacation, and personal days
- 12% employer-paid retirement package which includes a defined contribution and post-employment health plan
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Dental, vision, and life insurance
- Free access to an employee assistance program
- Employer commitment to education, training, and development
Wyoming is a vibrant, diverse community covering 25 square miles on the southwest side of Grand Rapids. The region boasts award-winning cultural and family activities such as a presidential museum, art and children's museums, symphony, ballet, and theater, the John Ball Zoo, an AHL hockey team and High-A baseball team, farmers markets, breweries, restaurants, shopping, parks, hiking and biking trails, beaches, and camping. Only a short drive to the shores of Lake Michigan, outdoor recreational opportunities abound.
Consider joining the hard working, fun, and supportive environment at the City of Wyoming! We're looking for you!
Should an applicant need any disability related accommodations or other consideration in the application process, please notify our human resources department upon submittal of application by email at hr_fax@wyomingmi.gov.
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