Probation Officer Internship Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Department Information The Judicial Department works to provide equal access to justice, contribute to public safety, and strengthen the rule of law across Colorado. Together our courts and probation departments are committed to impartial and timely dispute resolution; support for families, litigants, and victims; client rehabilitation; and meaningful community engagement. Description of Job General Statement of Duties: Performs entry/developing-level Probation Officer responsibilities, including investigation, assessment, supervision, resource coordination, and monitoring of clients' court-ordered for services.

Completes required training courses and programs. Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform assigned essential functions listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequency and percentage of time may vary based on assignment. Performs case management duties including documenting client related activities, reviewing client documents and court orders, and managing the client's e-file. Conducts face-to-face appointments and interviews.

Conducts on-going assessments to determine treatment needs and risk to the community. Develops appropriate case plans to guide supervision and ensure compliance with conditions imposed by the court. Assesses, prioritizes and responds to critical incidents and potential risks in the field and office.

De-escalates hostile/agitated clients and potentially violent situations. Completes a variety of reports to assess criminal behavior. Provides relevant information and sentencing options to court.

Submits comprehensive compliance reports to the Court including revocation documents, taking care to protect confidential information. Updates the Court as needed and provides professional testimony. Informs staff, stakeholders, and public on Victim Rights Amendment.

Responds to community feedback regarding clients and probationers in the community. Collects victim statements/positions for various court proceedings. Collaborates with other judicial districts and states on victim related concerns.

Attends meetings and completes training as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Comments: This is a full-time (40hrs/week) Probation Officer position in our Summit County Probation location that is located at: 504 Airport Road Breckenridge, CO 80424 This position is part of a progressive job series, and placement will be determined based on minimum qualifications and the relevant experience of the successful applicant.

Please refer to the links below for detailed job descriptions of the roles within the series. Probation Officer | Colorado Judicial Branch Senior Probation Officer | Colorado Judicial Branch There are two requisitions posted: Probation Officer and Senior Probation Officer. We will fill one position within this series based on the district's hiring needs and the qualifications and relevant experience of the selected applicant.

Please apply for each position that aligns with your qualifications to be considered. For example, if you meet the minimum qualifications for more than one of the positions and want to be considered for multiple positions, you must apply for each position individually Please ensure that your resume/application is complete and accurate and that it includes all of your relevant work experience and education, including job titles, description of assigned duties and all dates of employment periods that you would want to be considered. Salary offers are based on a wide variety of factors including a candidate's experience, skills, and education, as well as budget availability.Offers of employment comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and are aligned with our compensation step plan

This recruitment is eligible for a referral award as allowed per Judicial Personnel Rules Supervisor Responsibilities: Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. The work performed by majority of employees is semi complex. Physical Demands: Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment: Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions, hazards and/or exposure to risk. Occasional outside work. Office Environment Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Education and Experience Equivalency: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, human services or related field.

OR Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, human services or related field and two (2) years of work-related experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology or related field. OR High School Diploma or G.E.D and four (4) years of work-related experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology or related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required formal education Work Related Experience: Work-related experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology, or similar field. The work performed by a majority of employees is semi-complex

Supplemental Information The Colorado Judicial Department is committed to ensuring equal access to and full participation in court and probation services and programs for qualified individuals with disabilities, including employees of the Colorado Judicial Department. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is an important part of our culture, and we are committed to provide reasonable accommodations when needed without causing undue hardship to the Colorado Judicial Department. Each district has an ADA Coordinator and Jury Commissioner.

The ADA Coordinator is responsible for initiating the interactive process once an employee, court or probation services participant has made a request for reasonable accommodation and the Jury Commissioner is responsible for initiating the interactive process once a juror has made a request for a reasonable accommodation. How to Apply: For more information and to apply online, please visit our website listed below: https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/careers Please note: Applications must be submitted before 11:59 p.m. on the closing date

Incomplete or new applications will not be accepted after this time.