Probation Officer

This is an employment position under the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB) Judiciary and subject to GTB Tribal Court personnel policies. This position may include a flexible schedule and partial remote work as allowed under GTB Tribal Court personnel policies.

SUMMARY This is a full-time Probation Officer position. Expectation is onsite hours with emphasis on home visits both during and after normal business hours. The Probation Officer will assist the probation department in activities that relate to juvenile and adult offenders in the court system, both on bond and on probation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Legal, Paralegal, Business, Administrative Services, Social Work / Services, Social Science, Sociology, Psychology, Liberal Arts or similar degrees may be considered.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• General knowledge of applicable law, regulations, rules, policies, procedures and administration is required.
• Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and be insurable by the GTB insurance carrier.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work requires sitting, lifting, reaching, walking, and lifting up to fifty pounds. Also requires manual dexterity to operate office equipment, keyboarding, copiers, etc. Ability to operate an automobile in the course of assigned duties.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS

Will routinely be involved in conflict resolution, problem solving, mediation, and discussions with all levels of the organization. Required to be other centered and resolution focused. Must set aside personal considerations and render objective findings and resolutions in often complex human circumstances.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Deadlines are involved, so there is constant time pressure. Reliable transportation for local travel to various properties in a forty-mile radius is involved, as well as out of town, overnight travel on occasion is required. Although primarily an 8-5 job, one must be flexible and willing to work the occasional evening, weekend, or holiday. A good deal of work is performed in an office environment, but it is important to realize that some of the work is in the community and other agencies. Must be willing to travel and provide transportation services to clients.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

COMMENTS

Native American preference will apply. Must be willing and able to pass a background investigation and a drug and alcohol urinalysis as a condition of employment. Adherence to strict company policy in regard to confidentiality is a must.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

This position is subject to IC3 Background Investigation, Drug Screen and Driving Record / Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).