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How much do probation officer iii jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for probation officer iii in the United States is $62,965.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a Probation Officer III and how can they be addressed?

Probation Officer III roles often involve managing complex caseloads, including high-risk or specialized offenders, which can present unique challenges such as balancing supervision with rehabilitation and ensuring public safety. Officers must navigate difficult situations, including crisis intervention and addressing non-compliance, while maintaining thorough documentation and effective communication with courts and other agencies. Building strong rapport with clients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams can help address these challenges, as can ongoing professional development in areas like conflict resolution and trauma-informed care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Probation Officer III, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Probation Officer III, you need a solid understanding of criminal justice principles, case management, and compliance monitoring, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's degree and prior experience in probation or corrections. Familiarity with case management software, legal documentation systems, and risk assessment tools is often required. Strong interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills help build rapport with clients and coordinate with law enforcement and community agencies. These skills are vital for effectively supervising offenders, ensuring public safety, and supporting successful rehabilitation.

What is the difference between Probation Officer Iii vs Probation Officer Ii?

AspectProbation Officer IiiProbation Officer Ii
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree; some roles may require certificationBachelor's degree; typically no advanced certification needed
Work EnvironmentSupervises offenders, conducts assessments, and develops case plansAssists in case management and monitoring offenders
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in criminal justice agencies, courts, and probation departmentsCommonly found in similar agencies, often as a stepping stone role

Probation Officer Iii generally involves more responsibilities, including supervising offenders directly and developing case plans, compared to Probation Officer Ii, which focuses more on assisting with case management. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but the Iii level often demands more experience or certification.

What does a Probation Officer III do?

A Probation Officer III is an experienced probation officer responsible for supervising individuals who have been placed on probation instead of serving time in prison. They monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions, conduct regular check-ins, write reports for the court, and may manage higher-risk or more complex cases. Probation Officer IIIs often mentor junior officers, provide recommendations to the court, and coordinate with law enforcement, social services, and treatment providers to help clients rehabilitate and avoid reoffending.
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Probation Officer III

Montgomery County Juvenile Court

Dayton, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Montgomery County Common Pleas Court
Juvenile Division
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Probation Officer III
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time
DEPARTMENT: Probation Services
REPORTS TO: Probation Supervisor
PAY GRADE: A17
WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week
DISTINGUISHING JOB CHARACTERISTICS
This position provides community supervision services, program planning, youth group facilitation, community monitoring, CBT/ART programming, wrap-around service coordination, individual and group counseling, staff training, family sessions, education department collaboration, and day/evening reporting. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with occasional evening and Saturday events programming. The employee may occasionally respond to emergency situations during off-hours.
An employee assigned to this classification models exemplary skill competency in all facets of probation officer positions and functions including general probation services, alcohol or drugs, gender specific, sex offender, mental health, learning disabled or other, and serves as department and Court resource in specialized area.
The employee also performs the duties of Juvenile Probation Officer I and II, providing training. Employee may occasionally have to travel out of state, and will respond to emergency situations during off-hours.
"In this position, you are an At-Will Employee serving at the pleasure of the Administrative Judge."
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons, covered by the Americans With Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.
Performs juvenile probation responsibilities, and demonstrates exemplary skill competency in all facets of juvenile probation, including competency in all specialty areas. Provides staff training and serves as unit supervisor as assigned. Provides and acts as resource for probation officers regarding specialty areas.
Monitors and supervises juvenile offenders to ensure compliance with Court ordered probation terms and conditions. Develops and implements case plans, and monitors juvenile's compliance. Keeps Court informed of progress through written reports and Court appearances, and confers with youth and family concerning progress, problems and issues in meeting treatment goals. Intervenes in crisis situations and determines need for parenting education.
Strives to establish trusting relationships with assigned youth. Encourages youthful offenders in various recreational, cultural, educational and therapeutic activities designed to enhance self-esteem, and participates with youth to build relationship and trust.
Makes announced and surprise home visits and works closely with client families to provide guidance and structure to the family unit. Monitors school performance
including attendance, academic achievement, behavior problems and other issues. Interacts with school officials to ensure effective educational planning.
Investigates juvenile offenders and their families. Analyzes data, administers risk assessments, prepares written reports and makes recommendations concerning disposition of cases. Schedules appointments.
Attends court hearings to present Social History information, describe youth's behavior and performance, and provide updates to assist the Judge or referee in making most appropriate disposition. Completes dispositional investigation reports.
Facilitates after-care plans including providing direction to youth in seeking residence after treatment plan, locating support groups for youth and family, providing assistance to care givers in enrolling youth in school, and providing support in dealing with other life issues.
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal court programs, social service agencies and community resources, makes referrals when appropriate and follows up with treatment progress, problems and issues in coordination with treatment agency.
Utilizes volunteers and college interns to supplement juvenile offender programming efforts. Serves as mentor and coordinator for volunteers and interns assigned.
Prepares requests for summons and warrants, effecting delivery of service when appropriate.
Observes and collects urinalysis samples to determine if youth is using illicit drugs
Facilitates support groups, and provides work site supervision. Monitors ACA compliance, and sub-supervises mediation.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Makes speaking engagements and represents court on committees.
SCOPE OF SUPERVISION
Supervision of Probation Officers in absence of supervisor.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED
Vehicles; computers; copier, fax machine, telephone, calculator, and other general office equipment; dictating machines; handcuffs & shackles; cell phones; pagers; television; VCR; overhead projector.
CONTACTS WITH OTHERS
Juveniles; parents, families and guardians; Attorneys; school officials, teachers, counselors and staff; community social service and treatment providers; law enforcement officers; victims; other courts; Judges; Bailiffs; Children's Services; Department of Human Services; general public.
CONFIDENTIAL DATA
Juvenile records and files including psychological, mental health and chemical dependency evaluations; case jackets; treatment assessments; agency information; police records [child/parents]; medical reports; personal information; financial information; birth certificate; social security number; probation/parole records; urinalysis results.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Good working conditions when working in the office. When working in the field, employee is exposed to conditions within juvenile's homes and high crime areas. Possibility of exposure to hepatitis and bloodborne disease from contacts with juveniles and urinalysis samples. Possible exposure to risk of injury from physical assault. Occasional exposure to inclement weather.
USUAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following physical demands are typically exhibited by position incumbents performing this job's essential duties and responsibilities. These physical demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job's essential duties because of an ADA disability.
While performing duties of this job, the employee frequently sits for extended periods of time, and occasionally stands and walks. Job can involve operating and sitting in a vehicle for periods of time. Employee converses verbally with others in person and by telephone. Vision demands includes normal vision requirements but can include occasional viewing of computer screen requiring close focus.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: juvenile probation services with a high degree of specialization in one or more of the following disciplines; drugs, alcohol, gender specific, sex offender, mental health, learning disabled or other specialized area; must have a demonstrated level of competency with Juvenile Court system, procedure and processes; counseling; social work; corrections; Ohio Revised Code as it pertains to probation functions; criminal justice system; universal precautions for control of bloodborne pathogens; programming and community resources; family structure and issues
Ability to: demonstrate competency as Probation Officer and in specialized area; maintain good public relations as Court representative; establish and maintain effective work relationships with associates and job contacts; establish rapport with juveniles and family members of various social and economic backgrounds; perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; work with resistant clients; maintain confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information; establish caseload priorities.
Skill in: job training and coaching; immediate assessment; interviewing juveniles, family members and others; listening; crisis mediation; completing statistical and essay reports; data input; operation of computer; application of job software programs; self-defense; analyzing data and preparing behavior modification programs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, criminal justice, social work or related field with 3 years experience in the juvenile justice system. Demonstrates skill and expertise in a specialized area pertinent to Juvenile Justice.
Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
State Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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