Probation Specialist

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
$53,100.00 - $76,995.00 / yr
United States, Florida, Clearwater
Jan 27, 2025
General Description Under the general direction of the Probation Supervisor, this position is responsible for the monitoring and guidance of defendants assigned to probation ensuring that they follow the terms and court ordered conditions of probation and are not involved in further crimes. Member assists the defendant with accessing the necessary community resources to successfully complete probation and meet their needs. This position serves as a liaison with various organizations including but not limited to the judicial system, social services, mental health providers, families of defendants, victims and their families and local law enforcement. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained. Supervises Others: No Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice or related field One (1) year related experience Or equivalent combination of education and experience Must possess a valid Florida driver's license Consideration for this position requires a credit check Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including terminology, processes and procedures Knowledge of community resources, employment programs, social agencies or groups, which may assist in the probationers employment Ability to present clear and concise written and oral reports with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse population Ability to multitask, work on multiple cases, projects at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized Ability to maintain accurate, well written case files Knowledge and skills in the use of related software for use in word processing and data entry Knowledge of court procedures and legal terms in order to assist judges and instruct defendants Ability to testify in court and provide observations and recommendations regarding defendant's probation conditions, failure and compliance with court ordered conditions Ability to effectively interact and communicate with a wide range of people Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality Time management and organizational skills Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace Applicants must be tobacco/nicotine free for six months prior to submitting application and during length of employment. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office strives to provide our employees with the best benefits possible. Some of the benefits are Annual Leave (120 hours), Health Insurance, Wellness Incentives, and Education Assistance Program. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace. TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.pinellassheriff.gov Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or employment@pcsonet.com