Listed below is a summary of the JOB DUTIES:

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION:

Warren County, Ohio
Court of Common Pleas

Common Pleas Court
Job Opportunity

POSITION: Probation Officer

DEPARTMENT:
LOCATION:
WORK HOURS:
FLSA STATUS:
SALARY:

Warren County Court of Common Pleas – Court Services Department
520 Justice Drive, Lebanon, OH 45036
80 hours bi-weekly (full-time)
Hourly/Non-Exempt
$21.16 per hour

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in corrections, criminal justice, sociology, social work, criminology,
or related field is required. Experience may be substituted for education. Additional consideration may be given to
prior law enforcement, social work, counseling, and/or military experience. The applicant should have knowledge of
vocational, mental health, substance abuse and human service resources. The position requires the knowledge and
ability to use Word and Excel and be willing to be trained on other software packages. The applicant must be detailed
oriented and possess strong organization and written skills and have the ability to work independently and as part of a
close team. The applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test. A valid driver’s license is
mandatory.

The officer will be responsible for the supervision of a caseload of offenders who have been placed on Community
Control by the Court. The officer informs probationers of the rules and conditions of their probation and conducts
interviews with probationers to assess their risks and needs. They will supervise probationers to ensure their compliance
with Court orders, coordinate with referral partners, etc. The officer will make referrals to appropriate treatment
agencies and maintain accurate notes on the status of probationers. The officer will perform administrative duties and
urinalysis as needed. The officer is required to maintain a complete and accurate file for each probationer on their
caseload. Necessary paperwork such as letters, entries, warrants, and probation violations are to be completed on a
timely basis. The officer may be responsible for compliance with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections
audit standard as associated with certain roles. The officer attends and testifies in Court as needed, and arrests
probationers and transports them to jail and treatment facilities. This position requires carrying a firearm and
completing home visits. The officer is trained in defensive tactics, Motivational Interviewing, Core Correction Practices,
EPICS, ORAS, Carey Guides, Case Planning, etc. The officer will utilize evidence-based practices to assist in changing
offenders’ behavior. The officer must attend the required training and obtain hours as required.

Please send a cover letter and resume to the below email address:

E-mail: CourtServices@co.warren.oh.us

Listed below are the QUALIFICATIONS for the position:

Posting Number: 24.5.9PO
Date Posted: May 9, 2024
Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled