Job Description:

Grade 4 - Probation Agent

Annual Salary: $52,000 to 67,304 (Offer will be commensurate with experience)

Benefits offered for this opportunity: 2024-Non-Union Benefits Summary

Work Schedule: Typical working hours for this position occur during the Court’s regular business hours, which are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST.

Role Summary:

Under limited direction from the probation supervisor, conducts investigations and prepares reports to assist the district judges in determining the most appropriate sentencing of individuals brought before the court; and supervises individuals placed on probation.

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• Have no felony offense convictions;


• Pass a criminal background check and drug test;


• Pass testing requirements to be a certified LEIN (Law Enforcement Information Network) operator within six (6) months of employment and recertify as applicable;


• Possess a valid State of Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License;


• Hold, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work or a related human services discipline;


• Have knowledge of substance abuse practices, interviewing skills, and assessment and referral practices;


• Be able to work independently and to set priorities to meet deadlines;


• Be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions;


• Be able to work well in a team environment;


• Be able to interact firmly, calmly and respectfully with clients, attorneys and the general public;


• Possess good organizational, filing, verbal and writing skills;


• Possess the ability to use sound judgment within established procedural guidelines;


• Computer literate, including ability to use Microsoft Office Suite;


• Be capable of performing the work related in this posting.

Education, Training and Experience Preferred:

• Prior justice system experience in probation services, corrections or a related field.


• An advanced degree in criminal justice, social work or a related human services discipline.


• State of Michigan certification to conduct alcohol/drug assessments.


• Certification as an Assessment Referral Management Specialist (ARMS) and/or Certified Alcohol Addictions Counselor (CAC).


• Completion of Continuing Education Credits as required by the State of Michigan when applicable to maintain certifications.

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