Job Description

Posting number: 2026-03721

Department: Hidalgo County - Juvenile

Job classification: Probation Supervisor - Level 10

Posting type: Open

Categories: Probation

Summary

Directly oversees and supervises all assigned department units and staff. Directly accountable to the Chief Probation Officer at all times.

Applicants must be able to meet Juvenile Probation Officer Certification/Recertification standards as per the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

Examples of duties

Serves as the primary consultant regarding casework for all assigned department units and staff.

Responsible for addressing intermediate concerns and grievances.

Assures that the Chief Probation Officer is kept aware of all adverse incidents and/or grievance regarding the facility which involves staff, juveniles, other agencies, or the public.

Evaluates, improves, and maintains department systems for caseload management and organization.

Evaluates and monitors on a daily basis departmental compliance of all department policies and procedures and Texas Juvenile Justice Department Standards. Assures efficient and satisfactory job performance of assigned staff on a daily basis.

Identifies and coordinates training needs for probation unit staff, working closely with the training officer.

Promotes a positive image of the department in the community and maintains a high level of professionalism and moral character at all times.

Work in harmony with all department staff and perform any and all duties as assigned by the Chief Probation Officer to insure the efficient operation of the department.

Any other related duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required. Criminal justice, psychology, social work, or degree in other related field conferred by a college or university accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board preferred.

Five (5) years of experience in fulltime case work, counseling, community or group work in a social service, community, corrections, or juvenile agency that deals with offenders or disadvantaged persons; and that The Texas Juvenile Justice Department has determined provides the kind of experience necessary to meet this requirement.

Certificates, Licenses and Registration:

Must meet Texas Administrative Code Title 37 Part 11 Chapter 344 and The Texas Juvenile Justice Department’s standards for Juvenile Probation Officer/recertification.

Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.

Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.

Supplemental information

Bilingual (Spanish and English) with the ability to converse fluently in both languages preferred.