Probation Officer

Description
If another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment’s closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.

SALARY: The salary range for this position is $55,943.00 to $95,153.11 for Schedule A, and $55,943.00 to $91,346.99 for Schedule B. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater. Judiciary employees hired prior to October 31, 2015, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after October 31, 2015, are considered Schedule B.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

The New Jersey Judiciary - Essex Vicinage is seeking a self-starter interested in joining our winning team. The selected candidate may be asked to perform the following duties: interview and assist court users in processing their applications for child custody, visitation, child support, etc., interview complainants and defendants; process complaints; draft orders; prepare predisposition, home inspection and other reports for the court; perform field work including home inspections; conduct drug or urine testing; assist with day and evening pager duty communicating with law enforcement and the judge as needed, as well as, other related duties.

REMOTE WORK: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

NOTE:
Submission of a cover letter is preferred but not required.
Example of Duties
Utilize and become proficient in a number of information systems such as FACTS, JEDS, eCourts, NJKiDS, and other related systems.
Interview domestic violence victims to determine eligibility for restraining order or protective order
Provide information and support to judges
Prepare court orders
Manage case flow and/or monitor outcomes
Answer questions posed by judges, the public, clients, customers, complainants and co-workers
Process filings
Maintain records and files
Provide quality customer service to court users and internal customers
Conduct drug tests, conduct home inspections and perform juvenile on-call duties

Perform related duties as required
Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.

Qualifications
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any area, which includes or is supplemented by 24 credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences.