Probation officer

Job Title: Probation Officer
Job Title Note: Will County Court Services Department

Job Summary:
Responsible for the supervision of offenders sentenced to terms of probation, or other offenders as ordered by the court through the Probation Division of Court Services. Collaborate with offenders to ensure appropriate delivery of services and targeted interventions. Also responsible for preparing accurate and timely reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS, BBS, BSW, etc.) from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, or the related social sciences prior to application
2. Good oral and written communication skills
3. Organizational skills
4. Able to drive and possess a motor vehicle and a valid driver’s license
5. Subject to a criminal background check, psychological test, and pre-employment drug screening test
6. Complete an Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC) Application, and be on the AOIC Certified list prior to hiring
7. Be a U.S. citizen
8. Reside in the State of Illinois within six months of hiring

Starting Salary And Benefits:
$53,003.00 per year (union position)

Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, vacation.

Application Process:
Please submit the following (failure to submit all items will result in disqualification of your application):

1. Letter of interest
2. Current resume
3. Copy of your college transcripts from institutions where you were enrolled
4. Three (3) letters of recommendation. It is advisable that letters of recommendation be authored by individuals who are familiar with your employment record or academic performance. Letters of recommendation must not be older than a year from your date of application
5. Will County Court Services Application (click here to download)
Email the above items to:
courtservicesjobs@willcountyillinois.com (All files must be attached as a PDF format)

Any materials that may have been submitted on a previous application must be submitted again and in accordance with applicable time limitations and deadlines. The submission of any, or all, of the above materials does not guarantee employment or the offer of an interview.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to:
Will County Court Services
courtservicesjobs@willcountyillinois.com
(815) 727-8446

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