Teton County Hiring for Chief Probation Officer at Rexburg, ID Full Time

Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY: Chief Probation Officer

This position leads the Probation Department, manages juvenile probation, adult misdemeanor probation, pre-trial, diversion services, and supervises court ordered probation of offenders. It also performs preliminary and ongoing case management functions and prepares and processes support documentation for professional recommendations to the Court. Here are a few

opportunities waiting for you:

Lead the department and supervises department employees. Hires new department employees, establishes and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities for the Department;

Develop, manage, and monitor budget and fiscal activity to ensure compliance with established cost and spending limitations; manage the financial accounting of the department including preparing billings and tracking and monitoring expenditures;

Attend various meetings and dispositions; meet with clients and family to instruct in probation obligations, regulations and practices; determines contact status and establishes probation program; complete detailed documentation; coordinate with other agencies;

Establish and maintain contacts with key individuals and organizations involved in the cases and case compliance such as detectives, school resource officers, school officials, attorneys, judges, parents, counselors, etc.;

Supervise, evaluate and train all levels of the probation staff;

Represent the Department and serve as liaison on various local and State professional boards and committees;

Perform follow-up as needed to assure client contact compliance;

Provide customer service the Teton County way!

This position reports to the County Commissioners and the Municipal Court Judge.

THE REWARDS

A thriving workplace where what YOU do matters

Professional growth and training

Alternative work schedules that meet our citizens’ needs and your lifestyle

Idaho PERSI pension so you can enjoy retirement

Robust health and dental insurance

13 days of Paid Time Off, 12 holidays, and sick leave days

A pay range of $26.17 to $30.43 based on what you bring to the County

Lots of potlucks, incredible mountain views, and a workday that is meaningful

Company Description

Local Government Entity dedicated to serving the public.

Local Government Entity dedicated to serving the public.