Job Description

Posting number: 26-091

Department: Probation

Job classification: Deputy Probation Officer I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Probation

The purpose of this position is to provide casework services to probationers at the direction of the Superior Court under the provisions of evidence-based practices and consistent with the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration.

The duties of a Probation Officer I include supervising the caseloads of assigned probationers, meeting with probationers in their homes or at their places of school/work, conducting interviews and social or presentence/pre-disposition investigations, evaluating probationers’ progress, performing searches and making arrests.

Examples of duties

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may assign work to other employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

% OF TIME SPENT

50%

30%

10%

10%

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no responsibility over any types of budget.

PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides project research allocation based on pre-approved limits involving training and development projects.

ORAL COMMUNICATION DUTIES

This position trains colleagues, explains County procedures or processes, responds to public inquiries, participates in meetings, gives presentations, negotiates or persuades, conducts meetings and provides expertise before the courts.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATION DUTIES

This position creates or edits documents, internal memos, emails, formal letters, reports and court documents.

INTERACTIONS WITH THE GENERAL PUBLIC

Interacts extensively with employees, customers, the general public, vendors, regulatory bodies, and other groups and/or individuals and Institutions over the telephone, by email, and/or in person.

INTERACTIONS SPECIFICALLY WITH CUSTOMERS

Continuously (More than 70% but less than 85% in a year)

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

Bachelor’s Degree with a preference in the behavioral sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university [see ACJA 6-106(F)(3)(a)].

MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

No previous experience required

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS REQUIRED

Must successfully complete the Probation Certification Academy and Intensive Probation Institute, if assigned, within the first twelve (12) months of employment. [see ACJA §6-104(F)].

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Supplemental information

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Case management; public safety and security; law and government; law enforcement and Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and Statutes.

Possess knowledge and understanding of:

SKILLS REQUIRED

Active listening; analytical thinking; analytical writing; critical thinking; persuading and influencing; problem recognition; problem solving and time management.

Must have skills in the areas of:

ABILITIES REQUIRED

Recognize problems; maintain mental response and quickness; maintain calm demeanor in stressful situations; consider options, risks and benefits, and read and write at college level.

Must have the ability to operate a variety of equipment necessary to perform job duties such as motor vehicles, computers, telephones, radios, handcuffs, body armor and other equipment depending on case assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess:

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Incumbents in this position work in the field performing enforcement duties and in County offices and facilities; involves the potential for high stress levels and exposure to hostile situations; some non-standard work hours are required; must work with a highly manipulative and psychologically challenging client population; must be able to maintain professional composure and effectiveness; ability to drive vehicle in order to make field contacts and travel to other facilities.

SAFETY RISK EXPOSURE

Because probationers under Court supervision are convicted felons, felony adjudicated delinquents and/or persons with domestic violence convictions/adjudications, these job duties expose the Probation Officer I to a risk of being assaulted by probationers, family members and others in proximity to the probationers. As a result, the Probation Officer I position is designated as a safety-sensitive position in accordance with ACJA §6-106(A) and ACJA §6-107(A).

Incumbents in this position are subject to physical danger such as physical attacks and gun shots; may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, infectious and communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, wetness and humidity; subject to extended periods of intense concentration in review and preparation of case reports.

May be required to work during weekdays, weekends, holidays and on any assigned shift.

PROTECTIVE GEAR & SAFETY MANUALS

Incumbents in this position are required to constantly follow written safety procedures and manuals relevant to the division or department. Required to regularly utilize safety equipment and protective gear. Required to occasionally utilize compliance devices such as restraints, OC spray and impact weapons. Required to occasionally utilize hearing protection devices and eye protection devices.

CONSEQUENCES OF ERROR

Potential errors can result in unfavorable public perceptions and legal ramifications.

SPECIFIC EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Be a United States citizen or legal resident [see ACJA 6-106(F)(3)].
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Be a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years [see ACJA 6-106(F)(3)(b)].
• Complete background/reference checks, interviews, polygraph and/or drug testing, and preemployment psychological examinations [see ACJA 6-106(H)(6)(a)(b)].
• Must successfully complete 40-hour Defensive Tactics Academy as soon as practical, but no later than 120 days from the date of employment. [see ACJA 6-107(G)(8)].
• Must demonstrate, by proficiency testing, competency and understanding of the physical and verbal techniques and tactics presented at the Defensive Tactics Training Academy [see ACJA 6-107(G)].
• Must successfully complete eight (8) hours of defensive tactics refresher training on an annual basis [see ACJA 6-107(G)(12)].
• Must maintain certificate of successful completion of defensive tactics training.
• Must submit to a medical examination required by Corrections Officers Retirement Plan.