Probation Assistant Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $51.86 - $65.79 Hourly
Location : Patricia Clark Children and Family Justice Center - 1211 East Alder Ave., Seattle, WA
Job Type: Appt/Exempt
Job Number: 2026-27790
Department: KCSC - Superior Court
Division: Juvenile Court - Probation
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N4 : WSCCCE L2084-SC-S-Supervisors
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
Summary
King County Superior Court is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Juvenile Probation Counselor Supervisor for its 24/7 Screening Unit. The Court is Washington state's largest general jurisdiction trial court, handling civil matters, domestic matters, felony criminal cases, juvenile matters, and appeals from courts of limited jurisdiction. Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, King County Superior Court is nationally recognized for innovation. The court's mission is to equitably serve the diverse public by administering justice through accessible, inclusive, and unbiased forums for the fair, understandable, and timely resolution of legal matters.
This position is responsible for supervising, coordinating and guiding professional and support staff in providing a variety of probation services to troubled juveniles and their families. The incumbent will play a critical role in Superior Court's ability to serve the community.
It is the vision of King County Superior Court (KCSC) to be open to all, trusted by all, and to provide justice for all. To fulfill Superior Court's , employees at all levels serve the complex needs of a diverse population of Court users. Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation. At KCSC, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging.
Who may apply: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Applications may be placed on an eligibility list for future recruitments.
Work location: This position is located at the King County Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center (CCFJC) located at 1211 E. Alder in Seattle. This position requires in-person attendance and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.
Work schedule and terms: This position is hourly (overtime-eligible) and subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position working a standard 40-hour workweek. The workweek is normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Additional materials required: Please include a resume and letter of interest describing how you meet or exceed the requirements for this position. These materials are supplemental to your application. You must still completely fill out the on-line application with your relevant education and work experience. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you include relevant information only on the resume or cover letter. Applications that state "see my resume" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Please note that you can attach multiple documents to your application. Your options are:
1) Copy and paste one or more documents into the text resume section of the application.
2) Attach multiple documents/files in the attachment section.
Job Duties
The following duties are not intended to represent the entire functional capacity of the position at the task level.

• Supervise professional counselors as well as support staff.
• Be available during off hours to respond to emergencies; including filling coverage vacancies.
• Complete the monthly coverage calendar to ensure all shifts have assigned staff to work.
• Supervise, review, evaluate and coordinate daily operations such as caseload management, electronic social files and computer systems.
• Lead and participate in organization change, including development and implementation of new processes and collaboration in support of innovative efforts.
• Act as resource to assist counselors with complex cases.
• Serve as Quality Assurance Specialist for Positive Achievement Change Tool (PACT) and Case Management Assessment Process (CMAP).
• Develop and oversee procedures to ensure effective unit operations.
• Coordinate and monitor treatment contracts.
• Maintain liaison with courts, law enforcement, schools and community agencies.
• Provide orientation, training and evaluate lower-level staff.
• Gather and analyze data and prepare complex correspondence and reports.
• Provide input for departmental/divisional policy affecting program.
• Develop and supervise special projects.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in human or social services, social work, psychology or a closely related field and four years' experience in counseling, casework planning, and providing social services for juvenile offenders. A Master's degree in social services or criminal justice and previous supervisory experience are preferred.
Working knowledge of Case Management Assessment Process (CMAP), Positive Achievement Change Tool (PACT) and motivational interviewing is preferred. Knowledge of court operations procedures and processes. Demonstrated ability to work with youth and families from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Must have knowledge of counseling theories and methods, and skill in interviewing techniques. Knowledge of community resources, adolescent and child development. Experience in computer software applications including word processing, and database management.
If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the candidate needed for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Special requirements: Finalists must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation, a polygraph examination and reference check. A valid Washington State Driver's license or ability to travel throughout the County by alternate means is required.
Selection process: Application materials will be screened for qualifications and the most competitive candidates will be invited for interviews.
Union membership: Positions in this classification are represented by Local 2084SC-Supervisors of the Washington State Council of County and City Employees.
King County Superior Court is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.
If you have questions regarding this position, please call King County Superior Court Human Resources at 206-477-1536.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01
This application requires a separate resume and cover letter, in addition to a completed application. If you do not provide these materials your application will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration. Have you provided a separate resume and cover letter?

• Yes
• No

02
Please indicate your highest level of education attained or degree received

• Did not graduate from high school or obtain a GED
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college (attended but have not received a degree)
• Associate or technical degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

03
If you have a degree, please specify your field of study. If you do not have a degree, please enter "N/A"
04
How many years of experience do you have in counseling, casework planning, and providing social services for juvenile offenders?

• Less than four years
• At least four years, but less than six years
• At least six years, but less than ten years
• Ten or more years

05
Please indicate all tools below that you possess a working knowledge of.

• Case Management Assessment Process (CMAP)
• Positive Achievement Change Tool (PACT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• None of the above

06
How many years of experience do you have working with and connecting youth and their families to community treatment services and community resources?

• None
• Less than one year
• At least one year, but less than two years
• At least two years, but less than three years
• Three years, but less than five years
• Five years, but less than ten years
• Ten or more years

07
How many years of experience do you have working with youth and families from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds?

• None
• Less than one year
• At least one year, but less than two years
• At least two years, but less than three years
• At least three years, but less than five years
• At least five years, but less than ten years
• Ten or more years

08
Please indicate all the software programs below with which you are familiar

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Microsoft Teams
• None of the above

09
In addition to the software programs listed in Question 8 above, please indicate any other software programs with which you are familiar. If none, please enter "N/A".
10
In your own words, describe your experience working with youth, families, and community-based organizations.
11
Do you believe that youth and adults should be treated differently in the justice system? If so, describe in your own words why?
Required Question