Probation Supervisor

Probation Supervisor (Open)

The Judicial Branch is a state-funded Branch of Government that offers medical/dental/vision, $20,000 free basic life insurance, state-matched 156% retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, earned paid vacation and sick leave, and more.

This classification level is responsible for managing, training and supervising daily activities and employees within a specialized unit, district field service division. Responsibilities may include supervising assigned unit probation officer staff; conducting presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervising an active caseload in accordance with rules and standards; assisting in completing case file reviews.

Job Duties

• Supervises assigned probation unit staff to include: planning, prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; coordinating staff training; and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures.
• Manages and directs day-to-day probation operations and functions for the assigned specialized unit; ensures conformance to work standards, operating procedures, and system policies.
• Conducts presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervise an active caseload in accordance with system rules and regulations.
• Trains probation staff within a specialized unit, district field service division or satellite office, in practices, policies and procedures associated with the supervision and investigation of offenders, and monitor their compliance with system standards.
• Evaluates lower level staff case plans and intervention strategies; ensures a standard of quality and compliance in approved strategies; provides guidance to lower level staff regarding challenging or unique cases.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or genetics. The Judicial Branch complies with Veterans Preference Laws.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in the social sciences, criminal justice, or related fields; AND 7 years' experience working in a probation system or related organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.

Knowledge:

• Customer service principles;
• Supervisory principles;
• Criminal Justice system, laws, legal codes, and court procedures;
• Interview and Assessment procedures and practices;
• Intervention policies and procedures;
• Signs of various forms of abuse, mental health issues, or neglect;
• Crisis intervention techniques;
• Document review techniques;
• Computers and related software applications;

Skills:

• Providing customer service;
• Evaluating work for quality, accuracy, and completion;
• Cognitive restructuring;
• Performing interviews;
• Maintaining records and files;
• Utilizing probation and protective techniques;
• Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
• Preparing activity reports and updating databases;
• Operating computers and applicable software applications;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements:

Incumbents may be subjected to environmental threats, odors, dusts, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and travel.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.