Probation Officer

POSTING DATE: May 3, 2024 DEPARTMENT: Court Services – Probation

POSITION: Probation Officer HOURLY RATE: $24.70 per hour ($48,165 per year) Beginning 12-1-24 - $24.70 per hour ($51, 376)

HOURS: 37.5 hours per week – Monday through Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – occasional evenings

Beginning 12-1-24 40 per week – Monday through Friday – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – occasional evenings.

The Adams County Probation Department strives to fulfill our vision of Protecting Our Community by Changing Lives. Our department of 21 Probation Officers and 3 support staff serve the citizens of Adams County and the Judiciary by being Agents of Change and providing evidence-based services and support to the clients assigned to our department.

The Probation Officer position is responsible for overseeing a caseload as assigned, preparing Presentence Investigation reports for the Court, and responding to the needs, requests, and requirements of local Judiciary. This position is supported by a supervisor and Chief Probation Officer.

We are looking for someone who can establish working relationships with a wide array of people and work under stressful circumstances. A good candidate would have good problem solving, organizational, oral, written and computer skills, while also possessing the qualities of integrity, professionalism, dependability, confidentiality, flexibility, and a willingness to learn new skills. They would exhibit the ability and drive to thrive in a team environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Be a resident of the State of Illinois within 90 days of the date of appointment. Availability to work a variable schedule. Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test. Knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel is preferred.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit cover letter, resume’ and applications, as noted below to:

Anthony Foster-Director of Court Services

Adams County Probation Department

521 Vermont

Quincy, IL 62301

afoster@adamscountyil.gov

Applications will be accepted until filled. Those applications received by May 17, 2024 will be given priority.

APPLICATION: Please fill out and submit the Adams County Employment Application, Probation/Court Services/Juvenile Detention Supplemental Application, Background Check Authorization, and Drug Test Consent Form located at:

https://www.co.adams.il.us/how-do-i/list-detail-pages/employment-opportunitie

IN ADDITION, please complete and submit a “Probation/Court Services Employment/Promotion Application” from the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts – Probation Division. Directions and application are available at the following link:

https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/documents-and-forms/employment-application/

Only interviewed applicants will be notified of the selection process.

The County of Adams is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $48,165.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person