JUDICIAL / PROBATION REGIONAL SUPERVISOR (ADULT & JUVENILE PROBATION)

Cochise County • Temporary • Arizona, United States, US • $53.06k - $66.03k / year • 2w ago

Salary

$53,063.92 - $66,030.02 Annually

Location

Countywide, AZ

Job Type

A Regular, Full Time

Job Number

2025008

Department

Adult Probation

Opening Date

02/05/2025

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Probation Regional Supervisor

Adult & Juvenile Probation

Salary $53,064 - $66,030/year plus a competitive benefits package which includes membership in CORP Retirement plan

Open until filled

Provides work direction, supervision and support for probation and surveillance officers who supervise adult and juvenile offenders and coordinates the completion of administrative functions required to implement court ordered probation programs. This position requires considerable initiative and independent judgment in managing multiple priorities and coordinating work activities to meet schedules and goals.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Oversees the assignment of new offenders into probation programs or units to assure compliance with department and court policies and procedures, and State laws.
Supervises and coordinates the work of specialized or non-specialized probation units.
Plans and assigns the work performed by probation officers, surveillance officers and support staff in the supervision of adult and juvenile offenders.
Audits case files on a regular basis.
Reviews and evaluates court reports, chronological entries and probation officer's case work to ensure the integrity of case management and compliance with policies and procedures.
Participates in the recruitment, selection, training, evaluation, and counseling of employees in their assigned probation unit.
Participates in the establishment of division goals, mutually establishes goals with direct reports, and conducts performance appraisals with assigned staff.
Provides treatment advice and direction to probation officers on sentencing alternatives, rehabilitative treatment and educational programs.
Interfaces with law enforcement and community agencies in the supervision of a probation program or unit.
Supervises and participates in the tracking of statistical data, provides reports as requested, and maintains statistical program data for the probation unit.
Investigates and mediates complaints and concerns between probation staff and offenders, families, victims, attorneys, and other sources, such as a community service provider.
Assists in the annual budget preparation by providing unit budget information and monitors the unit's budget expenditures throughout the fiscal year.
Participates in the development and implementation of division policies and procedures and the standards by which the probation staff will perform.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum age of 21 years and must be a United States citizen or have legal resident status (Supreme Court Order # 2003-92), AND
A bachelor's degree preferably in the field of behavioral science or a related field (Supreme Court Order # 2003-92), AND
Four years of full-time professional level probation experience, including prior lead or supervisory experience in an adult or juvenile justice, law enforcement, behavioral health or social service agency.
Must possess a valid Arizona Class D driver's license.

Licenses And Certificates

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license within 30 days of appointment.
Complete background/reference checks, interviews, polygraph and/or drug testing, and pre-employment psychological examinations.
Must successfully complete the Probation Certification Academy and Intensive Probation Institute, if assigned, within the first twelve (12) months of employment [see ACJA 6-107(F)].
Must submit to a medical examination required by Corrections Officer Retirement Plan.
Must successfully complete 40-hour Defensive Tactics Training Academy as soon as practical, but no later than 120 days from the date of employment [see ACJA 6-107(G)].
Must demonstrate, by proficiency testing, competency and understanding of the physical and verbal techniques and tactics presented at the Defensive Tactics Training Academy.
Must successfully complete eight (8) hours of defensive tactics refresher training on an annual basis.
Must maintain certificate of successful completion of defensive tactics training.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Must possess:
Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend and sit for prolonged periods of time and/ or drive a vehicle.
The manual dexterity necessary to reach, grasp, handwrite, and use a computer.
Vision sufficient to see and read.
Hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person and over the phone.
The ability to withstand varying weather temperatures.
The ability to lift, drag, push and carry items of various weight.
In confrontational situations with probationers or others, appropriately and effectively responds and uses defensive tactics and techniques, as learned at the Defensive Tactics Safety Training Academy, when necessary.
Performs and demonstrates through proficiency testing, competency in, and an understanding of physical and verbal defensive tactics and techniques, including the following, or their comparable alternatives: 1) Forcefully raise arms above head (straight arm wristlock and takedown), 2) Perform minor aerobic activity, 3) Stand for up to 2 hours at a time, 4) Engage in balanced movements, 5) Throw hand strikes (fist strikes and palm heel strikes), 6) Use impact weapons (ability to swing arms in a striking action with a baton that weighs 16 ounces), 7) Kick at targets below 24" (front snap kicks), 8) Perform controlled falls and return to standing position unassisted (break falls and recovery), 9) Complete hand strikes and kick drills at partial speed, 10) Sustain exposure to Repuls (chemical spray), 11) Engage in fighting techniques while on the ground, 12) Be able to bend knees lower center and touch the ground with one hand (break fall recovery and baton closing technique), 13) Be able to bend knees to a 45 degree angle (all ground techniques).
Observe behaviors and situations, recall facts, work outside exposed to extreme weather conditions, and perform administrative duties in an office environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must have skills in the areas of self-control, patience, initiative, courtesy, tact and diplomacy.
Must establish and maintain a professional leadership role; must adhere to the Arizona Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees, exercising sound judgment in personal and professional matters.
Ability to motivate, lead, supervise, train and evaluate professional staff.
Ability to plan, organize and analyze administrative and rehabilitative problems, and adopt effective courses of action.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of evidence-based correctional casework and probation services, methods, and techniques of rehabilitation.
Comprehensive knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations and state codes pertaining to probation services.
Considerable knowledge of supervision, administration and staff development.
Considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system and court procedures.
Must have knowledge of the basic principles of psychology and other social science.
Must have knowledge of the techniques and methods of supervision, interviewing and investigative techniques.
Must have knowledge of interviewing, counseling, observing and collecting data from probationers and other sources pertaining to probationer activities and behavior.
Must have skills in the areas of self-control, patience, initiative, courtesy, tact and diplomacy.
Must maintain heightened awareness of surroundings, especially during field activities.
Must have the ability to operate a variety of equipment necessary to perform job duties such as computers, telephones, radios, handcuffs, body armor and other equipment.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with a diverse individuals and groups.

Additional Responsibilities/Duties

Remains knowledgeable of contemporary social and economic conditions, regulations, guidelines, community social service programs and resources, as they relate to probation and the criminal justice system.
Attends various training programs as necessary to learn new techniques, comply with new laws or departmental policies.
Interfaces with community agencies and law enforcement departments in the performance of duties.
Remains abreast of contemporary social and economic conditions, regulations, guidelines, community social services programs and resources as they relate to probation and the justice system.
Performs other related duties and projects as required.

Employer Cochise County

Address Cochise County 1415 Melody Lane, Building G

(Arizona Superior Court, Cochise Co. P.O. Box 204)

Bisbee, Arizona, 85603

Phone County: (520) 432-9700

Courts: (520) 432-8503

Website http://www.cochise.az.gov