Careers

Probation Officer

Posted: 07/11/24

Job Description:

Responsibilities: Under direct supervision, responsibilities may include tasks related to: court, investigation, report-writing, monitoring and documentation, case supervision, placement, referral/brokerage, record keeping and statistics, public service employment, home confinement/electronic monitoring, cognitive behavioral groups, and other related work as required.

Requirements: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, or related social sciences. Must resides in Effingham County, Illinois. Must be on the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts hiring eligibility list at the time of employment offer. Must pass criminal history and DCFS background checks and provide a negative drug test. Possess a valid driver’s license.

Skills Required: Knowledge of the criminal justice system: ability to follow written and oral instructions: ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with probationers/clients, judiciary stakeholders, victims, social service/community agencies, and others: competent in the use of various software programs including Word: ability to perform home/agency contacts; ability to participate in officer safety training program which includes a physical component; and be proficient in legal writing.

Benefits Pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement: Annual base salary $44,496; health, dental, and life insurance; pension plan; paid vacation, sick, and personal time.

Application Instructions:

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, a resume, and an unofficial copy of your college transcripts to Cheryl Meyers @ cmeyers@effinghamcountyil.gov.

Deadline for Applications: until position is filled.

All applicants must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts Probation Division as meeting the minimum qualifications for probation/court services personnel as defined in the Policies Governing Hiring, Promotion and Training of Illinois Probation/Court Services Personnel in order to be eligible for employment or promotion by probation and court services department in Illinois. Upon their eligibility being certified, applicants will be notified in writing that they are eligible for employment or promotion, subject to circuit court or departmental application requirements and selection criteria, which may exceed minimum state qualifications. (Application available at https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/documents-and-forms/employment-application/)

Effingham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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