Senior Probation Officer.

We are part of the Colorado Judicial Department, which works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement.

About the role

Performs experienced Probation Officer case management responsibilities, including investigation, assessment, supervision, resource coordination, and monitoring of clients court-ordered for services. Facilitates long-term behavior change of clients through a variety of evidence-based practices in service of recidivism reduction, victim reparation, and community safety. Collaborates and communicates with others involved in the probation life cycle of the client such as courts, attorneys, treatment providers, community resources, and other stakeholders. Mentors and trains less experienced Officers. May direct the work of volunteers or interns.

Responsibilities

• Performs case management duties including documenting client-related activities, reviewing client documents and court orders, and managing the client's e-file.
• Conducts face-to-face appointments and interviews.
• Conducts on-going assessments to determine treatment needs and risk to the community.
• Develops appropriate case plans to guide supervision and ensure compliance with conditions imposed by the court.
• Assesses, prioritizes and responds to critical incidents and potential risks in the field and office.
• De-escalates hostile/agitated clients and potentially violent situations.
• Completes a variety of reports to assess criminal behavior.
• Provides relevant information and sentencing options to court.
• Submits comprehensive compliance reports to the Court including revocation documents, taking care to protect confidential information.
• Updates the Court as needed and provides professional testimony.
• Attends meetings at outside agencies such as family engagement and community supervision team meetings to assist in monitoring offenders.
• Informs staff, stakeholders, and public on Victim Rights Amendment.
• Responds to community feedback regarding clients and probationers in the community.
• Collects victim statements/positions for various court proceedings.
• Collaborates with other judicial districts and states on victim related concerns.
• Participates in professional development and growth trainings.
• Collaborates with others in focus groups, work groups, or committees designed to further initiatives at the local and state level.
• Attends meetings and completes trainings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform assigned essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, human services or related field.
• OR Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, human services or related field and two (2) years of work-related experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology or related field.
• OR High School Diploma or G.E.D and four (4) years of work-related experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology or related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required formal education.
• At least two (2) years work-related experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology, or related field; one (1) of the years must have been as a Probation Officer for the Colorado Judicial Department.

Supervisor Responsibilities

Work requires providing guidance and the potential to oversee another employee. This position may oversee work quality, training, instructing and work assignments. The work performed by majority of employees is complex.

Physical Demands

• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions, hazards and/or exposure to risk.
• Occasional outside work.
• Office environment.

Schedule

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position located at 405 Argentine Street, Georgetown, CO 80444. This position will have one day per week travel to our Summit location during work time as part of their job duties.

This position is part of a progressive job series, and placement will be determined based on minimum qualifications and the relevant experience of the successful applicant.