Court Probation Officer II

at  New Mexico Courts

COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of court-ordered rehabilitation or support programs, sentencing guidelines, treatment options and community services available; New Mexico law, civil and criminal procedure; local court rules, policies and procedures, operations and structure; case management; legal terminology; substance abuse and mental health counseling and treatment; mediation techniques and conflict resolution; investigative techniques; drug screening methods; electronic monitoring equipment and technology; and court case management system.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following functions are representative, but not all-inclusive of the work environment and physical demands an employee may expect to encounter in performing tasks assigned to this job. Work is performed in an office or court setting. A valid driver’s license and travel may be required. The assigned work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, clients, the public, and judges and justices.

• This job description is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions performed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Social Sciences or a related field.
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- Education Substitution: Four (4) years’ of directly related or relevant experience may substitute on a year for year basis.
- Experience: Three (3) years’ experience in criminal justice, social services or related field.
Experience Substitution: None.
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Other: May be required to obtain and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within six (6) months’ of hire.
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TO APPLY: Submit a Judicial Branch Application for Employment or a Resume with a Resume Supplemental form, along with proof of education to:
Human Resource Division
401 Lomas NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Telephone: (505) 841-9819 | Fax No: (505) 222-4823
Email: metrjobs-grp@nmcourts.gov
Website: https://webapps.metrocourt.state.nm.us/HRjobsapp/job_ops

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES

• The Court Probation Officer 2 is responsible for conducting investigations on defendants/offenders, establish needs, and develop an appropriate treatment support plan.
• Participates in scheduled progress meetings at court appointed locations.
• Monitors defendants/offenders compliance at court hearings and with community service program requirements and tracks and records community service participation.
• Reports, documents and notifies court of defendants/offenders compliance, non-compliance or program violations and recommends appropriate action.
• Maintains current case files, and documents all interaction with program defendants/offenders and treatment providers in the case management system.
• Performs scheduled and unannounced site visits (home, work, school or other location) to monitor program compliance.
• Monitors program compliance utilizing electronic monitoring technology.
• Tracks and administers drug and alcohol screens and maintains alcohol and drug screening protocols, equipment and supplies.
• Participates and attends conferences, trainings, community outreach and educational programs related to court programs.
• Prepares written and oral reports detailing defendants/offenders program compliance and makes recommendations on future treatment support, or referrals.
• Provides input during court proceedings, meetings with court staff and other treatment providers.
• Other duties as assigned.

The following functions are representative, but not all-inclusive of the work environment and physical demands an employee may expect to encounter in performing tasks assigned to this job. Work is performed in an office or court setting. A valid driver’s license and travel may be required. The assigned work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. The employee must regularly interact positively with co-workers, clients, the public, and judges and justices.

• This job description is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions performe