Porter County Government - Employment Opportunities

Thank you for considering a career with Porter County Government. Our employees are committed to delivering the highest quality service to Porter County in the areas of assessment, taxation, law enforcement, criminal justice, legal and financial record keeping, health and human services, recreation, road maintenance, and much more!

You may download an Employment Application below. Unless otherwise noted in a specific job posting, completed applications may be returned to the Information Desk at the Porter County Government Administration Center, 155 Indiana Avenue, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383.

NOTICE OF JOB OPENING

Department Name:
Porter County Adult Probation

Position Title:
Probation Officer – SPANISH speaking caseload

Position Summary:
MUST SPEAK SPANISH. Responsible for supervision of offenders who are granted Probation or referred to the Probation Department for preliminary investigation. Job requires working a non-traditional schedule, including evening and weekend work schedules.

JOB DUTIES / AREAS OF RESPONSBILBITY:
- Supervision of persons on Probation consistent with the conditions imposed by the Court.
- Complete preliminary inquiries, Pre-Sentence Investigations and other reports as directed by the Court.
- Maintain accurate records and complete data entry of all case contacts.
- Make referrals to public and private agencies to meet the needs of the Probationer.
- Maintain contact with public and private agencies and other persons or institutions concerned with the treatment or welfare of Probationers.
- Conduct drug and alcohol screenings with Probationers.
- Testify in Court and secure placements when directed by the Court
- Conduct field / home / work-site visits with Probationers

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required; major in Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related field preferred.
- Must not be less than twenty-one years of age and must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be able to speak Spanish and must be able to provide written instructions to Probationers in Spanish.
- Experience and/or training as a Community Corrections Officer or a Probation Officer preferred.
- Must have ability to work as a member of a team.
- Must have knowledge of philosophy, theories, practices in the correctional field and related disciplines.
- Must have excellent writing and communication skills (English and Spanish).
- Must have knowledge of available community resources with understanding and skill to use them.
- Must have valid Driver’s License, and must have and maintain reliable vehicle including appropriate level of vehicle insurance.

Salary:
Salary is based on Indiana Probation Officer Pay Scale depending on years of service as a certified Probation Officer.
2010 starting pay: $29,268 to $44,490. Pay raises are given only for years of experience as a Probation Officer.

Deadline:
Applications will be taken until the position is filled.

Please submit Resume, Cover Letter and a minimum of six ( 6 ) References to: Neil T. Hannon,
Porter County Adult Probation Department, 16 Lincolnway, Suite 142, Valparaiso, IN 46383-5661
Phone # (219) 465-3420, Fax # (219) 462-7558
Department Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday