Probation Surveillance Officer I - Probation

Mohave County
700 W. Beale St, Kingman, Arizona, 86402
Phone: 928-753-0736

About the Role

This position requires the ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, and may involve considerable out-of-town travel. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of all training requirements, including Defensive Tactics Training Academy for Deputy Probation Officer and/or Surveillance Officer roles, is mandatory.

Initial and continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of fingerprinting, criminal background investigation, pre-employment drug screen, credit check, polygraph examination, and psychological evaluation. Employment terms, including working conditions, compensation, benefits, hours, and job location, are determined at the discretion of the Court.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 21 years of age or older
• Willingness to work overtime, including weekends and holidays
• Willingness and ability to travel out-of-town as required
• Job-related licenses, registrations, certificates, or professional memberships (if applicable)
• Ability to participate in Defensive Tactics Training Academy (for Deputy Probation Officer and/or Surveillance Officer roles), including:
  • Minor aerobic activity
  • Standing up to one (1) hour at a time
  • Throwing punches (at partial speed)
  • Use of impact weapons
  • Kicking at targets below 24"
  • Controlled falls
  • Punch and kick drills (partial speed)
  • Exposure to Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray

Disclosures and Certifications

Applicants must disclose any past drug usage, including:

• Marijuana, Cocaine/Crack, Methamphetamines/Speed, Heroin, Opium, Morphine, LSD/Acid, Peyote, Mescaline, Hashish, Steroids, other illegal drugs or narcotics as defined in Title 13 of the Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS), and illegal use of prescription drugs.
• For any "Yes" answers regarding drug usage, a full explanation is required, including:
  • Number of times used
  • Number of times after age 21
  • Date first used
  • Date last used
  • How the drug was ingested or consumed
  • Duration of usage
  • Motivation for use
  • How the drug was obtained
  • Reason for stopping use
  • Any other relevant factors

Applicants must also disclose:

• Any convictions for engaging in sexual abuse
• Any civil or administrative adjudications for sexual misconduct or harassment
• Any investigations or findings related to sexual abuse, staff sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment

By applying, you certify that all provided information is true, correct, and complete. Misrepresentation or falsification may result in disqualification or dismissal from employment. You authorize the Court to conduct inquiries into your background and release relevant information.