City Of Topeka, KS Topeka , KS 66604
Posted 1 week ago
The City of Topeka is seeking a dedicated professional to serve in its Probation Division as its Senior Probation Officer. This individual will supervise all activities within the division to include training and assessing the performance of direct reports, providing budgetary input and developing and implementing divisional policies, procedures, goals and objectives.
What you'll do:
Supervise Probationary staff with respect to performance and behavior.
Supervise individuals currently on probation to determine compliance with conditions of probation. Make referrals to social service agencies as needed.
Conduct pre-sentence investigations, which includes conducting drug and alcohol evaluations and preparing detailed reports.
The ideal candidate:
Has excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively, confidently and professionally with a diverse audience.
Is highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and exercise sound judgement.
Is knowledgeable in areas of addictions, assessments, and investigative procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required
An Associate's degree in social sciences, corrections, social work, or closely related field and five (5) years of corrections or probation experience OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social sciences, corrections, social work, or closely related field AND two (2) years of experience in corrections or probation.
One (1) year of experience supervising subordinates.
Addiction Counseling Licensure through the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
Preferred
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Annual entry salary: $63,865 - $76,638 DOQ
The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health/Dental/Prescription Insurance
Kansas Public Employee Retirement System.
Generous paid Vacation and Sick leave
Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
Deferred Comp Savings Plan
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
Free in-house full-service fitness facility
Employee Assistance Program
The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer
City Of Topeka, KS