Juvenile Probation Officer

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Juvenile Probation Officer

Salary

$23.87 - $24.84 Hourly

Location

Boise, ID

Job Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Job Number

02745

Department

Juvenile Services

Division

Probation

Opening Date

10/02/2025

Description

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General Summary

Ada County is a great place to work! We have over 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community's quality of life. Our Juvenile Services team is growing, and this an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package that increases your base salary by approximately 40% , including:

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one

11 paid holidays annually

Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems, with13.98% employer contribution

457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match, plus a 401(k)

Paid parental leave, life insurance, and robust wellness programs

Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing

OUR VISION

Inspiring hope for the future

OUR VALUES

Caring - We care about the work we do, the individuals we serve and the people we work with.

Authentic - We value our individual strengths and unique passions, and we play to the strengths of others.

Positive - We look for the good and we bring energy and enthusiasm to our work.

Present - We choose to be here, and we listen actively and with respect.

Learn more about Ada County Juvenile Services by visiting their website. Ada County Juvenile Services (https://adacounty.id.gov/juvenilecourt/)

POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:

Probation officers provide monitoring, guidance, and case management services for youth with court-ordered terms. This role involves managing cases, preparing social histories, counseling, developing programs, and conducting group sessions in an effort to ensure compliance and support rehabilitation efforts for youth.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

A Probation Officer I is an entry level position where the incumbent is provided close supervision, training and learning opportunities. The Probation Officer I must become JPO certified through Idaho Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST).

Essential Functions

Provides general caseload management support, including coordinating schedules, prioritizing tasks, directing communication, and related tasks;

Conducts interviews, assessments, and uses observation skills to identify the risk, needs, and strengths of youth;

Develops case plans and diversion terms in accordance with evidence based/ best practice philosophies;

Prepare social history and other reports, recommendations, and maintains detailed records and case files;

Enforces court orders through direct contact with youth and families; monitors youth progress and behavior; ensures compliance with probation conditions; administers drug tests; conducts searches; and provides other probation support to address youth needs and court requirements;

Conducts office visits or travels for home or field visits to meet with youth and families in uncontrolled environments requiring continual risk assessment, mitigation, and response to ensure safe conditions;

Attends court hearings and provides testimony regarding youth behavior and compliance;

Conducts educational group sessions;

Prepares cases for presentation at Court Multi-Disciplinary Team (CMDT) and state commitment staffings;

Coordinates the processing of youth offenders through Interstate Compact agreements;

Assesses for and reports on risks that may impact youth rehabilitation goals and the safety and well-being of youth or the community, which may include identifying drugs and paraphernalia, reporting physical/sexual abuse, or other matters that require intervention;

Provides crises intervention, which requires responding to high-risk situations, de-escalating volatile situations, and using defensive tactics;

Acts as a secondary security support to ensure safety of other Probation Officers, youth, and families in certain situational and operational visits as required;

Maintains cooperative relationships with community resources;

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs related functions as required.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or a related human services field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required;

Must become certified by the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) as a Probation Officer within one year of hire and maintain certification to include annual training;

Must pass a criminal background check;

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license;

Knowledge of modern probation services, best practices, and philosophy;

Knowledge of the Balance Approach to Juvenile Justice;

Knowledge of individual and group behavior;

Knowledge the laws pertaining to the Juvenile Court;

Skills in conducting comprehensive interviews utilizing training and best practice / evidence-based techniques;

Knowledge of community resources available to assist youths and aid in case plan development;

Knowledge of problem-solving skills;

Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation;

Skill in the operation of a personal computer;

Skill in the operation of Microsoft Office Suite;

Ability to plan and organize work;

Ability to conduct an investigation through the use of interviews and other techniques;

Ability to effectively assess risk factors, reach appropriate conclusions, and articulate those conclusions;

Ability to effectively work with and counsel youths and/or adults;

Ability to maintain confidentiality;

Ability to communicate clearly in stressful situations;

Ability to maintain effective working relationship;

Ability to recognize a youth's strengths, needs, and risks.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess and maintain a valid Idaho driver's license;

Must pass a criminal background check;

Must adhere to the Code of Ethics, Values and Policies of Juvenile Services;

This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

POST CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

The position requires that the incumbent meet POST Standards for Juvenile Probation Officers. Upon an offer of employment as a Probation Officer, a medical examination is required, as well as vision and hearing examinations. The applicant shall meet the POST physical standards to qualify for employment as a Probation Officer at Ada County Juvenile Services. All physical examinations shall be completed within two (2) weeks of an offer of employment.

Other POST certification requirements include:

Must be a citizen of the United States;

Must be at least 21 years of age;

Must not have been made ineligible for certification based on past conduct as defined by IDAPA 11, Rules of the Idaho POST Council, which includes certain criminal, drug, or controlled-substance violations, other-than-honorable military discharge status, or past decertification or denial of certification.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The incumbent will be required to work flexible schedules, which may include work on some weekends, evenings, nights, and/or holidays;

Work is performed both in an office and field environment;

Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and to physically respond to emergency situations in the field and office;

Must be able to perform defensive maneuvers, maintain balance, and react quickly to unpredictable movements;

Requires acute visual and auditory acuity for monitoring people, environments, and activities;

Requires the ability to observe and handle materials safely and carefully, including physically manipulating and inspecting objects;

Requires bending, reaching, and crouching to conduct searches in various environments;

Requires strength and endurance to prevent physical confrontations, using verbal and non-verbal cues to de-escalate tensions;

May be required to lift up to 20 lbs;

This position involves exposure to potentially hazardous materials, airborne pathogens, blood, blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, and goods or substances that may be deemed harmful;

This position interacts with youth dealing with sensitive and often challenging situations; incumbent must demonstrate strong emotional resilience and composure to ensure the safety and well-being of self and others.

DISCLAIMER:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

Healthcare:

Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

PERSI retirement benefits

457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

11 paid holidays per year

8 weeks paid Parental Leave

Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

AFLAC

Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

Do you have at least 15 college credits?

Yes

"Must not have been convicted of a felony." - Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

Yes

If you have served in any branch of the U.S. military, did you receive a Honorable Discharge?

Yes

N/A - Not Applicable

Required Question

Employer

Ada County

Department

Juvenile Services

Address

6300 W. Denton St. Boise, Idaho, 83704

Website

www.adacounty.id.gov

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