A Day In The Life
Behavioral Science and Human Services Field of Interest
Salary Breakdown
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Average
$56,120
ANNUAL
$26.98
HOURLY
Entry Level
$37,700
ANNUAL
$18.12
HOURLY
Mid Level
$57,860
ANNUAL
$27.82
HOURLY
Expert Level
$76,490
ANNUAL
$36.78
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Top Expected Tasks
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
01
Prepare and maintain case folder for each assigned inmate or offender.
02
Gather information about offenders' backgrounds by talking to offenders, their families and friends, and other people who have relevant information.
03
Interview probationers and parolees regularly to evaluate their progress in accomplishing goals and maintaining the terms specified in their probation contracts and rehabilitation plans.
04
Discuss with offenders how such issues as drug and alcohol abuse and anger management problems might have played roles in their criminal behavior.
05
Supervise people on community-based sentences, such as electronically monitored home detention, and provide field supervision of probationers by conducting curfew checks or visits to home, work, or school.
06
Investigate alleged parole violations, using interviews, surveillance, and search and seizure.
07
Recommend remedial action or initiate court action in response to noncompliance with terms of probation or parole.
08
Arrange for medical, mental health, or substance abuse treatment services according to individual needs or court orders.
09
Develop liaisons and networks with other parole officers, community agencies, correctional institutions, psychiatric facilities, and aftercare agencies to plan for helping offenders with life adjustments.
10
Administer drug and alcohol tests, including random drug screens of offenders, to verify compliance with substance abuse treatment programs.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Law and Government
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Therapy and Counseling
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
Job Opportunities
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
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Probation Supervisor
Coconino County Sheriff's Office Page, AZ 86040Posted 16 daysProbation Supervisor
Page, Arizona
Adult Probation
Regular – Full Time
$61,567.00 – $67,723.70 Annually
11/22/2024 5:00pm ArizonaCoconino County - Where opportunities are as vast as our landscapes.
The Coconino County Adult Probation Department is seeking a Probation Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with a preference being given to a major or minor in the behavioral sciences (Supreme Court Order 73-1 TR-ADM-PROB) and three years progressively responsible experience as a probation officer; of which one year of that experience is as a lead probation officer or supervisor in a correctional or residential treatment setting OR, any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Additional Requirements: Must successfully complete a criminal history check relevant to employment. Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Must achieve a certification of completion/proficiency of 40 hour Defensive Tactics Academy with an annual 8-12 hour review. If Probation Officer chooses to be armed, they must attend and pass 40 hour Firearms Academy and maintain a 20 hour annual "shoot" for recertification purposes; complete a minimum of 16 hours of on-going education within the judicial system certified by the Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET); may be required to attend Faculty Skills Development Class and become statewide instructor. If you are seeking employment satisfaction, a sense of pride in your work and the knowledge that your daily efforts have a direct impact on the community and are in pursuit of a collaborative work environment where diversity is embraced, and accomplishments are celebrated; we look forward to seeing your application for our Probation Supervisor position! Apply online at Coconino | Official Website (az.gov) or call (928)679-7100. EOE
Field of InterestBehavioral Science and Human Services
Employment TypeFull Time
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