Community Service Program Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $92,431.19 - $127,597.54 Annually
Location : Bellevue City Hall, 450 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 26-00285
Department: Parks and Community Services
Division: PCS CommunitySvcs Probation
Opening Date: 09/04/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NONAFF
Come Join the City of Bellevue!
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.
New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
Job Summary
Do you have a passion for helping others, strong organizational skills, and an interest in facilitating programs and services that make a difference in the community? We are looking for a Probation Program Coordinator to join our team. As a Probation Program Coordinator, you will coordinate and facilitate a variety of programs and services for clients, while also supporting electronic home monitoring (EHM), work crew, and other probation operations. The City of Bellevue Probation Division provides evidence-based and professional probation services to adult misdemeanor referrals from King County District Court, including compliance monitoring, electronic home detention, work crew, and a wide range of programs and services designed to promote accountability, enhanced community safety, positive change, and successful outcomes. Successful candidates will have experience prioritizing equity and inclusion in all aspects of their work.
In the City of Bellevue, the Probation Division is a part of the Parks & Community Services Department.
The City of Bellevue is currently accepting applications for a regular 1.0 FTE Program Coordinator. This full-time position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating a variety of probation programs and services, as well as supporting electronic home monitoring (EHM) and Bellevue Work Crew operations. Duties include, but are not limited to, coordinating and monitoring EHM and work crew assignments; facilitating evidence-based programs and services for probation clients; maintaining accurate records and documentation; providing client referrals and support to community resources; working with Court, Prosecutor, and community partners; and assisting with the development and implementation of programs and services to meet the needs of clients, the community, and the division. The position will also assist with other division administrative and operational duties as deemed appropriate or necessary.
Standard work hours shall be 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
City Council Vision Statement: Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past.
Bellevue Parks & Community Services Vision: In Bellevue everyone can connect to each other and to nature through experiences that help them to live, grow, and thrive.
Bellevue Parks & Community Services Mission: We build a healthy community through an integrated system of exceptional parks, natural areas, recreation, arts and culture, and a broad base of community services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises a caseload of clients participating in electronic home monitoring and Bellevue Work Crew programs.
• Facilitates court-imposed cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based programs and services for probation clients, including obtaining and maintaining required certifications to facilitate programs offered by the Probation Division.
• Facilitates and participates in Bellevue Work Crew activities, including coordinating work assignments, providing direction and instruction to participants, monitoring attendance and compliance, and working with community partners and work sites.
• Installs, monitors, and troubleshoots electronic monitoring equipment as ordered by the Court and responds to participant and equipment-related concerns.
• Supports the Probation Division's License Support Program by assisting clients with identifying and addressing barriers to obtaining or reinstating a valid driver's license and connecting clients with appropriate resources and services.
• Assesses eligibility of individuals to participate in programs and services by conducting criminal background inquiries and intake interviews; explains program requirements, rules, and regulations; and monitors participant compliance.
• Gathers, maintains, and compiles data from a variety of sources, including the Court's case management system, and completes required program and case documentation.
• Monitors compliance with court-ordered obligations by reviewing reports and other information, communicating expectations, and providing oral and written warnings or other appropriate interventions.
• Participates in court proceedings and other meetings as a program representative and provides testimony or information regarding program participation, compliance, reports, and related documentation as needed.
• Prepares reports, correspondence, and other legal or program-related documents for the Court, including status reports, review reports, revocation documents, and other materials as needed.
• Provides information, support, referrals, and resources to clients and coordinates services with internal staff, the Court, Prosecutor's Office, and community partners as appropriate.
• Assists with the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Probation Division programs and services.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Probation Manager to meet Division and operational needs.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• Work under the general supervision of the Probation Manager.
• May provide back-up coverage for probation officers and volunteers, as assigned.

Qualifications
Education & Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in criminal justice, public administration, social sciences, or other related field.
• Two or more years of professional related experience in probation work or other criminal justice area.

• Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Completion of the Misdemeanant Probation Academy or Probation Officers Academy required.
• Must be certified to facilitate programs and services offered by the Probation Division or obtain required certification within a designated timeframe.
• Efficient in all facets of basic clerical skills, including but not limited to keyboarding, computer familiarity and competence, and positive public interaction.
• Working knowledge of the District and Municipal Court System.
• Ability to read and understand Criminal History Records.
• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning of diversity, equity & inclusion and a commitment to implementing these principles in your work.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Office Machines & Technology
Operates some or all the following office equipment and software:

• Laptop, printer
• Application software: Windows 11 Enterprise, Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), eCourt/JABS, eProbation

Additional Job Requirements

• Able to successfully pass a criminal background investigation and meet all applicable Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security, access, and background screening requirements.

Supplemental Information
Flexible/Hybrid Working
A hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period working in the office after hire. Remote work for this position is subject to department's operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to Bellevue City Hall.
This is a full-time, exempt, non-union position.
HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
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The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value!
Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law.
The following summary applies to fully benefited positions:
Medical
Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the City's self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO).
Dental
Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers.
Vision
Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage.
Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:

• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
• City of Bellevue Municipal Employee's Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.

Other benefits include:
More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Survivor Income
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
• An ORCA Card bus pass
• On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
• Career development and training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Pro