Community Supervision Officer, Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, Columbus, OH
Franklin County Court of Common Pleas -
Columbus, OH,
US
Community Supervision Officer
Date Posted: 2024-04-21
Job description
Salary : $70,546.00 Annually
Location : Columbus, OH
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00229
Department: Adult Probation Department
Division: Community Supervision
Opening Date: 04/17/2024
Closing Date: 4/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose of Position
To promote a positive presence in the community; and, conduct field work for the department in a safe and collaborative manner while supporting the probationer's case plan goals. To successfully fulfill the essential job functions, one must be able to interact with accused and/or convicted criminal offenders.
Essential Job Functions & Competencies
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:
In addition to the Essential Job Functions and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities identified, the following competencies are considered during the hiring process and are integral to the position:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Possesses, acquires, and maintains the technical/professionalexpertise required to do the job effectively and to create solutions.Technical/professional expertise is demonstrated through problem-solving, applying professional judgment, and competent performance.
Decision-making/Problem Solving:
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions promptly. Compares data, information, and input from a variety of sources to draw conclusions. Takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. Applies both rational and creative processes to identify unknown root causes of problems. Based on the situation, decides the best course of action, implements the solution and evaluates the outcome. Calculates and evaluates the long-term consequences of a decision.
Stress Tolerance:
Maintains effective performance under pressure. Handles stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and the organization. Stays calm and even-tempered when handling crises, stressful situations, continuous change, or unexpected developments. Able to recover from difficult situations and is seen as a settling influence in a crisis.
Teamwork:
Works effectively in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals. Builds constructive working relationships with interested stakeholders to identify and meet mutual goals and objectives. Participates as an active and contributing member of teams with a focus on improving offender outcomes and department goals. Shares information and credit as appropriate for team accomplishments. Helps create and maintain strong morale and a feeling of belonging in his/her team. Acts as if "true success" is the success of the whole team.
Conflict Management:
Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to reduce tension and/or conflict between two or more people, can size up situations quickly, can identify common interests, and facilitate resolutionSteps up to conflicts and sees them as opportunities. Finds common ground and achieves cooperation without disruption to workflows or interpersonal relationships.
Cultural Competence:
Values an inclusive organization where the differences of all people are respected, valued, and utilized towards achieving common goals. Respects and relates well to people from varied backgrounds and understands diverse worldviews. Sensitive to group differences. Sees diversity as an opportunity, respectfully challenges bias and intolerance. Supports equal and fair treatment.
Communication:
Conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the listener, helps them understand and retain the message and, invites response and feedback. Keeps others informed as appropriate. Demonstrates effective written, verbal, and listening skills.
Collaboration:
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers and stakeholders using strong interpersonal skills to meet mutual goals and objectives. Obtains cooperation from others. Seeks and encourages win-win alternatives.
Influence:
Uses appropriate interpersonal skills and techniques to gain support and acceptance for ideas or solutions. Uses influencing strategies to gain mutually beneficial agreements. Seeks to persuade rather than force solutions or impose decisions or regulations and recognizes personal autonomy of others.
Dependability and Reliability:
Personally responsible. Completes work in a timely, consistent manner and is committed to being available during business hours to further organizational goals. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance and arrives prepared for work. Committed to doing the best job possible and diligently follows through on commitments. Consistently meets deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Join Franklin County Court of Common Pleas today and receive the following benefits:
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field, or equivalent experience (applicant may substitute 2 years of related experience for each year of required education)?
02
If No, please describe how your education and/or experience fulfills this minimum educational requirement.
03
Do you have 1 year of experience involving the community supervision of offenders (probation or parole)?
04
Do you have 1 year of experience in counseling?
05
Do you have 1 year of experience in maintaining a caseload in a case management setting?
06
Have you successfully completed a basic firearm training program that is approved by the executive director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission?
07
Do you have a current certification approved by the executive director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission of a basic firearm training program?
08
Do you have 3 years' of experience in the community supervision of offenders (e.g. probation or parole)?
09
Do you have 3 years' of experience in counseling in a case management setting?
10
Do you have 3 years' of experience in maintaining a caseload in a case management setting?
11
Do you have 3 years' of experience conducting field work in community corrections or law enforcement setting?
Required Question
Location : Columbus, OH
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00229
Department: Adult Probation Department
Division: Community Supervision
Opening Date: 04/17/2024
Closing Date: 4/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose of Position
To promote a positive presence in the community; and, conduct field work for the department in a safe and collaborative manner while supporting the probationer's case plan goals. To successfully fulfill the essential job functions, one must be able to interact with accused and/or convicted criminal offenders.
Essential Job Functions & Competencies
- Promote and adhere to the Vision, Mission, and Core Principles and Values of the Probation Department;
- Foster an inclusive and culturally competent work environment;
- Maintain effective lines of communication with all staff and stakeholders;
- Promote and adhere to departmental policies and procedures;
- Contribute to a strong supportive and productive team environment;
- Maintain confidentiality of offender and department information;
- Promote a positive presence in the community, with offenders and their families;
- Ability to interact and build relationships with offenders and residents of the community;
- Conduct field visits, transports, searches and field arrests of offenders;
- Make community/site visits to collateral agencies and treatment providers as needed;
- Review the offender's compliance with Court-ordered conditions;
- Review information regarding cases;
- Provide positive reinforcement to, and builds rapport with offenders;
- Coordinate and collaborate with supervising officer to timely communicate field work information to assist with overall supervision;
- Utilize automated case management system to enter data in the office and while in the field;
- Appear in court when necessary;
- Maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations;
- Respond courteously to inquiries;
- Maintain proficiency and applicable certification with all job and training requirements;
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending professional training and conferences;
- Adhere to assigned work schedule while exhibiting regular and predictable attendance;
- Qualify and maintain OPOTA certification to carry a department issued firearm while conducting field work;
- Shall successfully complete a firearms requalification program approved by the executive director of the Ohio peace officer training commission in accordance with rules adopted by the attorney general pursuant to section 109.743 of the Revised Code;
- Properly maintain and secure firearm, based upon the department's maintenance schedule;
- Develop and sustain productive working relationship with local law enforcement;
- Maintain professional conduct and attire; and
- Perform other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:
- Performance of essential functions requires interaction with accused and convicted criminal offenders;
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices in the field of community corrections;
- Ability to receive feedback, willingness to learn and embrace continuous quality improvement;
- Ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership, and to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to resolve problems;
- Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable;
- Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine proper course of action to be taken;
- Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others;
- Ability to engage productively and sensitively with persons of varying cultures and diversity;
- Ability to perform physical demands and exhibit mental aptitude needed to perform field work duties including recognition of unusual or threatening conditions, maintain self-control and take appropriate action, which may include the use of a firearm;
- Ability to maintain firearm qualification and certifications and follow all guidelines for the proper use and handling of firearms;
- Ability to determine appropriate situations for use of force;
- Ability to physically handle resistive/assaultive individuals;
- Ability to perform arrests, transports, and searches of offenders;
- Ability to learn and implement evidence-based practices in the field of community corrections including effective interventions/supervision strategies;
- Ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established criteria including exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives;
- Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control equipment, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions; and
- Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform statistical analysis.
In addition to the Essential Job Functions and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities identified, the following competencies are considered during the hiring process and are integral to the position:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Possesses, acquires, and maintains the technical/professionalexpertise required to do the job effectively and to create solutions.Technical/professional expertise is demonstrated through problem-solving, applying professional judgment, and competent performance.
Decision-making/Problem Solving:
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions promptly. Compares data, information, and input from a variety of sources to draw conclusions. Takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences. Applies both rational and creative processes to identify unknown root causes of problems. Based on the situation, decides the best course of action, implements the solution and evaluates the outcome. Calculates and evaluates the long-term consequences of a decision.
Stress Tolerance:
Maintains effective performance under pressure. Handles stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and the organization. Stays calm and even-tempered when handling crises, stressful situations, continuous change, or unexpected developments. Able to recover from difficult situations and is seen as a settling influence in a crisis.
Teamwork:
Works effectively in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals. Builds constructive working relationships with interested stakeholders to identify and meet mutual goals and objectives. Participates as an active and contributing member of teams with a focus on improving offender outcomes and department goals. Shares information and credit as appropriate for team accomplishments. Helps create and maintain strong morale and a feeling of belonging in his/her team. Acts as if "true success" is the success of the whole team.
Conflict Management:
Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to reduce tension and/or conflict between two or more people, can size up situations quickly, can identify common interests, and facilitate resolutionSteps up to conflicts and sees them as opportunities. Finds common ground and achieves cooperation without disruption to workflows or interpersonal relationships.
Cultural Competence:
Values an inclusive organization where the differences of all people are respected, valued, and utilized towards achieving common goals. Respects and relates well to people from varied backgrounds and understands diverse worldviews. Sensitive to group differences. Sees diversity as an opportunity, respectfully challenges bias and intolerance. Supports equal and fair treatment.
Communication:
Conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the listener, helps them understand and retain the message and, invites response and feedback. Keeps others informed as appropriate. Demonstrates effective written, verbal, and listening skills.
Collaboration:
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers and stakeholders using strong interpersonal skills to meet mutual goals and objectives. Obtains cooperation from others. Seeks and encourages win-win alternatives.
Influence:
Uses appropriate interpersonal skills and techniques to gain support and acceptance for ideas or solutions. Uses influencing strategies to gain mutually beneficial agreements. Seeks to persuade rather than force solutions or impose decisions or regulations and recognizes personal autonomy of others.
Dependability and Reliability:
Personally responsible. Completes work in a timely, consistent manner and is committed to being available during business hours to further organizational goals. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance and arrives prepared for work. Committed to doing the best job possible and diligently follows through on commitments. Consistently meets deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or closely related field, or equivalent experience (applicant may substitute 2 years of related experience for each year of required education).
- One-year experience involving:
- community supervision of offenders (probation, parole);
- counseling; or
- maintaining a caseload in a case management setting.
- Must have successfully completed a basic firearm training program that is approved by the executive director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission or are able to do so within 120 days of employment.
- Must be able to successfully complete a firearm qualification utilizing the department-issued firearm and requalify annually.
- Must be able to successfully obtain a medical and psychological recommendation to carry a firearm for the department.
- Must hold and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current certification approved by the executive director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission of a basic firearm training program.
- Three years' experience involving:
- community supervision of offenders (probation or parole);
- counseling; or
- maintaining a caseload in a case management setting.
- Three (3) years' of experience conducting field work in community corrections or law enforcement setting.
Join Franklin County Court of Common Pleas today and receive the following benefits:
- Extensive health benefits for all full-time permanent employees.
- Life insurance coverage for all permanent employees.
- Guaranteed 11 paid holidays every year.
- A 14 percent employer contribution to your OPERS pension plan.
- Employee Tuition Reimbursement program.
- Earn a potential monetary incentive during our annual wellness incentives for employees/spouses enrolled in healthcare.
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field, or equivalent experience (applicant may substitute 2 years of related experience for each year of required education)?
- Yes
- No
02
If No, please describe how your education and/or experience fulfills this minimum educational requirement.
03
Do you have 1 year of experience involving the community supervision of offenders (probation or parole)?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have 1 year of experience in counseling?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have 1 year of experience in maintaining a caseload in a case management setting?
- Yes
- No
06
Have you successfully completed a basic firearm training program that is approved by the executive director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have a current certification approved by the executive director of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission of a basic firearm training program?
- Yes
- No
08
Do you have 3 years' of experience in the community supervision of offenders (e.g. probation or parole)?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you have 3 years' of experience in counseling in a case management setting?
- Yes
- No
10
Do you have 3 years' of experience in maintaining a caseload in a case management setting?
- Yes
- No
11
Do you have 3 years' of experience conducting field work in community corrections or law enforcement setting?
- Yes
- No
Required Question