What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Probation Officer position at Orange County CSCD?
DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Director, a CSO must be able to exercise mature and independent judgment in response to the responsibility of the Courts of Orange County, the Department, and the probationer; supervise a caseload of mixed cases (Felony and Misdemeanor); case supervision must be conducted in a manner consistent with standards promulgated by the Community Justice Assistance Division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and as envisioned by the Director of the Department; conduct presentence investigations; maintain accurate case records and perform other job-related duties as directed.
BENEFITS: Retirement; Health Insurance; Three weeks vacation in first year; 95.94 hours accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays per year; optional flex schedule
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree conferred by an institution of higher education accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board; and preference may be given to a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Corrections, Counseling, Human Services Development, Law, Law Enforcement, Political Science, Pre-Law, Public Administration, Rehabilitative Studies, Social Work, Psychology or Sociology. A copy of school transcript conferring degree must accompany application, however, a certified copy is required prior to employment.
OTHER: Reliable transportation available for field work; valid Texas Driver’s License; proof of liability insurance; available to attend out of town training; criminal history check will be a part of the final selection process. Experience as a State Certified Community Supervision Officer is preferred.
ANY APPLICANT TENTATIVELY SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TO TESTING TO SCREEN FOR ILLEGAL DRUG USE AND CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.
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