Probation Services Assistant - Probation - BHC

This position requires a High School Diploma or GED. Proficiency in various computer applications and work environments is essential. Candidates must be willing to work overtime, including weekends or holidays, and may be required to travel out-of-town.

Responsibilities

• Typing routine materials such as reports, forms, correspondence, and memoranda
• Proofreading and editing documents for grammar, punctuation, spelling, or format
• Proofreading data to verify accuracy
• Updating and correcting information in automated systems
• Filing and retrieving documents in established filing systems
• Preparing and updating logs, file folders, and other documents
• Resolving minor problems in person, by phone, or through correspondence
• Composing, drafting, and finalizing correspondence, memoranda, or other documents
• Typing statistical data or technical reports
• Creating new files in systems
• Gathering information, preparing, and processing documents
• Compiling statistical data and preparing reports
• Formatting and producing charts, graphs, or tables using various software
• Sorting, collating, and preparing documents for data entry
• Entering data into computers
• Conducting records searches in databases
• Scheduling and calendaring meetings, appointments, interviews, or conferences
• Establishing and maintaining complex filing systems

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute (wpm)
• At least two years of full-time paid experience in one or more of the following work environments:
  • Court (federal, state, local)
  • Legal (attorney's office)
  • Government (other than court or law enforcement)
  • Law Enforcement
  • Jail or Detention Facility
  • Human Resources
  • Social Services
  • Accounting or Banking
  • Library
  • Information Systems
• Proficiency in the following computer applications:
  • Windows
  • Outlook
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Access
  • PowerPoint
  • Publishing
  • MUNIS
  • AZTECA
  • JACS
  • JOLTS
  • SIRSI
• Willingness to accept job-related licenses, registrations, certificates, or professional memberships (if applicable)
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends or holidays
• Willingness to travel out-of-town if required

Disqualifiers

Candidates must disclose any past drug usage. A "yes" answer to any drug-related questions may not automatically disqualify you but will require a full explanation and will be verified through a polygraph. Disqualifiers include:

• Convictions related to sexual abuse, misconduct, or harassment
• Investigations or findings related to sexual abuse, staff sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment

If applicable, provide detailed explanations for any "yes" answers regarding drug usage, convictions, or investigations.