Probation Officer Jobs

CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY

ADULT PROBATION DEPARTMENT

PROBATION OFFICER

Job Title: Probation Officer

Division: Sworn Staff

Grade: PS1/E

Salary: $58,072

Reports To: Sworn Supervisor

**Interviews to begin in mid- September 2023

PROFILE:

Operating under the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County, the Adult Probation Department administers a wide range of programs covering both standard and specialized probation supervision and pretrial and presentence services. Through its programs, the Adult Probation Department provides the court with pertinent information at many stages of the criminal justice process, enhances public safety, compensates victims of crime and holds offenders accountable while affording them opportunities to make positive changes in their lives.

The majority of Adult Probation Department resources are dedicated to probation supervision, while residing in the community. Department probation officers assist individuals in complying with their conditions of supervision through guidance, surveillance and referrals to service providers for treatment, education and employment services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from a four year accredited college/university, preferably with major coursework in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work or related social sciences.
• Ability to service clients in their homes and in the community, in accordance with department policy.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, at any location serviced by the courts and/or Probation Department.
• Ability to establish priorities and a course of action for handling multiple tasks.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks, often changing assignments on short notice.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment within prescribed limits and complete miscellaneous projects and problem solving.
• A valid Illinois driver’s license and a good driving record, along with the availability of an insured motor vehicle.
• Ability to complete all duties as assigned.
• Ability to collect and process urinalysis drug tests and oral DNA samples.
• Ability to conduct a criminal background check, as determined by the Illinois State Police.
• Establish residency in the State of Illinois within 90 days of appointment.
• Ability to master various computer systems utilized by Adult Probation Department.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to pass a background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess the ability to intermittently twist to reach equipment or supplies;
• Possess the ability to travel to various sites to conduct and facilitate training;
• Possess the ability to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation;
• Possess the ability to complete field work, which may entail ability to get in and out of a car, climb stairs and walk moderate distances;
• Possess the ability to work in-person 100% of the scheduled work week.
• Possess the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds;
• Possess the ability to use telephone and computer keyboard on a daily basis; and
• Possess the ability to remain seated at a desk for long periods of time in front of a computer screen;

The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties to be performed under the job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s line of work.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

In addition to the application, qualified applicants should submit:

• Letter of interest addressed to Chief Probation Officer Megan Volker, addressing work experience and the qualifications for this position.
• Applicant’s current resume.
• AOIC Eligibility Letter.
• College Transcripts.

References to apply for AOIC Eligibility

https://ilcourtsaudio.blob.core.windows.net/antilles-resources/resources/4440b5b9-0de9-40ee-bbd5-a1f56698b6b3/Application_Instructions.pdf

https://ilcourtsaudio.blob.core.windows.net/antilles-resources/resources/959de170-96e4-4345-bb42-a7d5dd0e178c/Probation_Employment_Application.pdf

The position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment. In addition, all employees are subject to the Office of the Chief Judge’s COVID-19 Employee Vaccination Policy and must provide proof of vaccination or apply for a religious or medical accommodation prior to on-boarding.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all screening. Application materials should be submitted no later than September 1, 2023 via: https://officeofthechiefjudgeadultprobationcookcounty.applytojob.com/apply. Interviews will begin in mid-September 2023.

THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY- OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE and ADULT PROBATION DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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