Job description

Salary
$40,750.58 Annually
Location
FL 34112, FL
Job Type
Full time FTE 1.0
Department
Criminal
Job Number
AOC01016
Closing
3/28/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
DESCRIPTION

Description

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY TO THE AOC?

Great working environment
Growth and Development Opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision + other supplemental insurances offered
Sick + Vacation PTO
Paid Holiday’s
Retirement plan options (Pension or Investment)
457 Deferred Compensation
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field.
Knowledge of basic structure of the Florida State Courts System and the criminal justice system
Knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines, rules, regulations, and statutes as they pertain to probation and sentencing parameters
Ability to deal politely, effectively, and professionally with defendants from various backgrounds, who are experiencing a variety of stressful conditions

SUMMARY
The Probation Officers perform professional case management work in supervising adult defendants who commit misdemeanor and criminal traffic offenses. Additionally, Probation Officers may supervise juveniles who are sentenced to probation for a criminal traffic offense. Probation provides an alternative to incarceration, and Probation Officers provide protection for the public by supervising and monitoring defendants placed on probation. Probation supervision includes providing leadership and direction to the probationers. The incumbents exercise independent judgment and initiative within their scope of authority. Work is performed in accordance with Court orders and directives from Judges and is subject to administrative direction. Probation Officers complete PSIs as required.

The core responsibilities of this position are: 1) Supervision of County and Circuit Court Misdemeanant Defendants, 2) Monitor Compliance with Court Orders and Prepare Required Documents, 3) Make Recommendations to the Court, 4) Maintain Probation Files, 5) Prepare Pre-sentencing Investigation reports, 6) Other duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

(1) Supervision of misdemeanant defendants

• Conduct new probationer orientation
• Direct probationers to specialized treatment facilities and resources within the community
• Direct to counseling agencies, job employment services, food and shelter centers, educational opportunities, and life skills classes, etc.
• Provide leadership and direction to the probationer to assist in completion of the probation requirements
• Monitor cost of supervision, fines, and court costs, diversion fees, and restitution payments
• Provide case management functions

(2) Monitor Compliance with Court Orders and Prepare Required Documents

• Conduct home visits as necessary
• Perform investigations in accordance with court orders and directives from the Judges and the department head
• Compile information and prepare and deliver detailed reports to the court orally and in writing
• Conduct follow-up with treatment facilities

(3) Make Recommendations to the Court

• Make recommendations relating to the requests for warrants, modifications, and dismissals of warrants, violation hearings
• Make recommendations for penal sanctions for violation of probation, referrals to outside agencies, and recommendations for bonds
• Provide recommendations to the court concerning defendant's custody issues
• Provide investigation to the court concerning defendant's custody issues

(4) Maintain Probation Files

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, files on all probationers under supervision caseload
• Travel to seminars and conferences as required

(5) Prepare Pre-sentencing Investigation Reports

• Conduct interview(s) with defendant and collateral contacts to ascertain statement of facts
• Complete a comprehensive national / state/ local criminal background check and social history on the defendant
• Ability to keep all investigative report findings confidential
• Formulate a sentence recommendation to the Court

(6) Other

• Other duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge of:

• Interview techniques
• Methods, practices, principles, procedures, and techniques used in interviewing and investigating as it pertains to the operation of the department
• Social casework principles and methods
• Basic structure of the Florida State Courts System and the criminal justice system
• Local, state, and federal guidelines, rules, regulations, and statutes as they pertain to probation and sentencing parameters
• Recent developments, literature, and resources in the probation field
• Effects of drugs and alcohol
• Social environment of the county and of particular trends and patterns of society
• Resources and various programs available and applicable to the specific needs of persons on supervised probation
• Microsoft Word and Outlook

Ability to:

• Conduct interviews and investigations
• Deal politely, effectively, and professionally with defendants from various backgrounds, who are experiencing a variety of stressful conditions
• Work well under pressure, multitask and meet established timelines and goals
• Follow written and oral instructions and procedures
• Observe and read drug screen testing
• Effectively interpret general policy, criteria, and procedures for specific situations
• Identify general symptoms of substance abuse and emotional problems
• Conduct investigations and to compile information and prepare and deliver detailed reports to the court reports orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain working relationships with other governmental agencies, schools, volunteer programs, and other resources
• Maintain detailed and accurate records
• Assist in the training of others as needed
• Attend seminars and conferences as necessary
• Drive an automobile
• Utilize Microsoft Word and Outlook

Supplemental Information

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in sociology, psychology, criminology, or a related field.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• NCIC/FCIC certification within six months of hire and continuous certification throughout employment.
• Valid Driver's License is required (Florida Driver's License required within 10 days of hire).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

Agency
Florida State Courts, Twentieth Judicial Circuit, Administrative Office of the Courts
Address
AOC Human Resources, Rm 201, Justice Center Annex
1700 Monroe Street
Fort Myers, Florida, 33901
Phone
239-533-1707
239-533-1709
Website
http://www.ca.cjis20.org

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