Probation Officer-Juvenile

3 days ago

Elkhart, Indiana, United States Elkhart Brass Full time $50,000 - $90,000 per year

Probation Officer-Juvenile JobID: 1220

Position Type

Professional/Probation Officer - Juvenile

Date Posted

10/7/2025

Location

Elkhart County Judiciary-Juvenile Detention

Date Available

10/07/2025

Closing Date

Until Filled

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ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE

JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Judiciary-Court Services

HIRING RATE: Indiana Judicial Salary Schedule for Probation Officers

BENEFITS OFFERED: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Free LTD Insurance; Free Health Clinic; Retirement Pension; 13 Paid Holidays annually; Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time

POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP

HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings & overtime

LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Courts Building

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)

Job Summary
Provides supervision for juvenile offenders placed on probation with the goals of providing services that are in the best interest of the child and family, protection of the public, assistance of victims, and the reduction of recidivism, as directed by the Elkhart County Juvenile Court with an emphasis on use of evidence-based practices.

Job Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, or Criminal Justice
  • Compliance with Indiana Judicial Center requirements for certification and continuing education for probation officers
  • Ability to supervise and respond to irate, intoxicated, mentally ill, and possibly violent juveniles
  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices; ability to understand Indiana Statutes
  • Must be 21 years of age and be an American Citizen
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills; Proficiency with Windows based programs
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Must pass drug test and background check

Elkhart County Human Resources

117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526

Telephone: FAX:

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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