Full Time Probation Officer – Probation Department

Perry County is seeking a full time Probation Officer in the Probation Department.  This position is responsible to supervise defendants on court ordered probation supervision or parole to assure compliance with conditions of supervision.

Primary duties include:

1. Supervise defendants to ensure compliance with court ordered supervision conditions by conducting home visits, drug/alcohol monitoring, office visits, and responding the reports of violation
2. Supervise special populations and maintain responsibility for electronic monitor devices and data
3. Prepare pre-sentence investigation and social history reports
4. Prepare Pre-sentence Investigation Reports and Sentencing Guidelines as ordered by the Court
5. Attend court to provide information to the Judge, make recommendations, and prepare probation/parole plans
6. Arrest and detain individuals who violate probation

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field with four months law enforcement experience required.

Compensation includes a starting salary of $24.08/hour.  Perry County employment offers a comprehensive benefit package to include generous paid leave, a County retirement plan, and medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after a 90-day probationary period.  Interested candidates should submit an application and resume to the Probation Office, ATTN:  Chief Michelle Orris, P.O. Box 239, New Bloomfield PA 17068.  For additional information contact Chief Orris at 717-582-5125 or morris@perryco.org

Employment applications are available at www.perryco.org Job Openings