Juvenile Probation Officer I

Schedule

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
from 11am-2pm
Reno Town Mall, 4001 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502

About the Role

Under close supervision, receives training on a wide range of casework in Juvenile Services programs in a manner consistent with the policies, procedures, and practices of the Department of Juvenile Services and in compliance with NRS Chapter 62; and performs related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Receives training on a wide range of casework in Juvenile Services programs in a manner consistent with the policies, procedures, and practices of the Department of Juvenile Services and in compliance with NRS Chapter 62; and performs related work as required.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in behavioral sciences, criminal justice, human services, social work, or a closely related field
• One year of full-time experience working directly with adolescents in one or more of the following fields: criminal justice, social services, or education
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application
• Must be a United States Citizen at time of application
• Successful completion of the Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) academy in the first year of employment including passing the Nevada POST Physical Readiness Test and must maintain POST requirements per NRS/NAC 289 for continued employment in this classification
• CPR/First Aid certification upon appointment at own expense and must maintain CPR/First Aid certification for continued employment in this classification
• A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification
• Complete and submit a Personal History Statement and pass an extensive background investigation
• Submit a set of fingerprints
• Submit to a psychological examination
• Pass a thorough pre-employment medical examination in accordance with NAC 289.110, and drug screen
• Not have been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense which would be a felony if committed in this State
• Not have been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude or the unlawful use, sale or possession of a controlled substance; or as listed in NRS 62B.270
• Not have a documented history of physical violence
• Must submit to a TB test upon appointment at own expense
• Successful completion of Defensive Tactics annually for continued employment in this classification
• Successful completion of Department approved and mandated training for continued employment
• Will work on-call rotation including weekends, holidays and evenings and maintain a flexible work schedule
• Must submit to a TB test upon appointment at own expense

Qualifications

• Must reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work

Skills

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$64,916.80 - $84,406.40 per year

Schedule

Full Time

Contact Information

To Apply: Direct Link: Juvenile Probation Officer I
Jobs Career Page: To Apply: Please complete online application https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washoecounty

Equal Opportunity Employer

Washoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.