Probation Officer-Pre-Trial

About the role

Probation Officer – Pre‑Trial, Elkhart County Judiciary‑Court Services. Position to be filled ASAP. Located at the Elkhart County Judicial Center. Work schedule Monday‑Friday, varying between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (40‑hour week). Travel within the county is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Division Director
• Provide caseload management and oversight of offenders on pre‑trial services
• Prepare, maintain, and submit documents and reports to the courts
• Travel within the county as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, or Criminal Justice
• Minimum of 1 year experience in probation or social‑services delivery agency/program (preferred)
• Obtain Probation Officer certification from the Indiana Judicial Center within 6 months of hire
• Valid driver’s license; must be 21 years of age and an American citizen
• Background check and drug screen required

Skills

• Self‑motivated
• High level of confidentiality
• Strong communication skills
• Strong time‑management skills
• Ability to work well with others

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance
• Free primary‑care health clinic
• Supplemental insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement pension and deferred compensation 457(b)
• Paid holidays annually
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Pay

Hiring rate follows the Indiana Judicial Conference of Indiana Salary Schedule for Probation Officers plus a county supplement.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, varying between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (40‑hour work week).