What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer-Juvenile position at Elkhart Brass?
Probation Officer-Juvenile JobID: 1220
Position Type
Professional/Probation Officer - Juvenile
Date Posted
10/7/2025
Location
Elkhart County Judiciary-Juvenile Detention
Date Available
10/07/2025
Closing Date
Until Filled
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ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Judiciary-Court Services
HIRING RATE: Indiana Judicial Salary Schedule for Probation Officers
BENEFITS OFFERED: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Free LTD Insurance; Free Health Clinic; Retirement Pension; 13 Paid Holidays annually; Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings & overtime
LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Courts Building
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)
Job Summary
Provides supervision for juvenile offenders placed on probation with the goals of providing services that are in the best interest of the child and family, protection of the public, assistance of victims, and the reduction of recidivism, as directed by the Elkhart County Juvenile Court with an emphasis on use of evidence-based practices.
Job Requirements
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Position Type
Professional/Probation Officer - Juvenile
Date Posted
10/7/2025
Location
Elkhart County Judiciary-Juvenile Detention
Date Available
10/07/2025
Closing Date
Until Filled
Additional Information: Show/Hide
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Judiciary-Court Services
HIRING RATE: Indiana Judicial Salary Schedule for Probation Officers
BENEFITS OFFERED: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Free LTD Insurance; Free Health Clinic; Retirement Pension; 13 Paid Holidays annually; Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings & overtime
LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Courts Building
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)
Job Summary
Provides supervision for juvenile offenders placed on probation with the goals of providing services that are in the best interest of the child and family, protection of the public, assistance of victims, and the reduction of recidivism, as directed by the Elkhart County Juvenile Court with an emphasis on use of evidence-based practices.
Job Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, or Criminal Justice
- Compliance with Indiana Judicial Center requirements for certification and continuing education for probation officers
- Ability to supervise and respond to irate, intoxicated, mentally ill, and possibly violent juveniles
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices; ability to understand Indiana Statutes
- Must be 21 years of age and be an American Citizen
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; Proficiency with Windows based programs
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Must pass drug test and background check
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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