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Summary
Position Type:
Professional/Probation Officer
Date Posted:
4/30/2026
Location:
Elkhart County Judiciary
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
Until Filled
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
PROBATION OFFICER- ADULT DIVISION
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Judiciary-Court Services
HIRING RATE: Indiana Judicial Conference of Indiana Salary Schedule for Probation Officers' plus county supplement
BENEFITS OFFERED:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life and Disability Insurance
FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday- Friday, varying between 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (40 hour work week)
LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Judicial Building
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (Please complete driving page on application)
JOB SUMMARY:
Serves as an employee of the Elkhart County Judiciary and provides supervision to persons placed on probation using evidence-based practices. Assists in determining restitution, collecting, interpreting, and evaluating criminal history. Conducts referrals to the appropriate agencies, ensures Court orders are implemented, and files probation violations, progress reports, discharge reports, and other reports as directed. Responsible for accurate records and accounting of payments and preparation of Court reports and case plans.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work or Criminal Justice required
• Minimum of 1 year experience in probation or social services delivery agency/program preferred
• Must obtain Probation Officer certification from the Indiana Judicial Center within 6 mo. of hire
• Must be self-motivated and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality, must demonstrate strong communication skills, strong time-management skills and possess the ability to work well with others
• Must possess a valid driver's license; must be 21 years of age and an American Citizen
• Background check & drug screen required
Elkhart County Human Resources
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Job Description
Position Type:
Professional/Probation Officer
Date Posted:
4/30/2026
Location:
Elkhart County Judiciary
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
Until Filled
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
PROBATION OFFICER- ADULT DIVISION
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Judiciary-Court Services
HIRING RATE: Indiana Judicial Conference of Indiana Salary Schedule for Probation Officers' plus county supplement
BENEFITS OFFERED:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life and Disability Insurance
FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday- Friday, varying between 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (40 hour work week)
LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Judicial Building
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (Please complete driving page on application)
JOB SUMMARY:
Serves as an employee of the Elkhart County Judiciary and provides supervision to persons placed on probation using evidence-based practices. Assists in determining restitution, collecting, interpreting, and evaluating criminal history. Conducts referrals to the appropriate agencies, ensures Court orders are implemented, and files probation violations, progress reports, discharge reports, and other reports as directed. Responsible for accurate records and accounting of payments and preparation of Court reports and case plans.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work or Criminal Justice required
• Minimum of 1 year experience in probation or social services delivery agency/program preferred
• Must obtain Probation Officer certification from the Indiana Judicial Center within 6 mo. of hire
• Must be self-motivated and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality, must demonstrate strong communication skills, strong time-management skills and possess the ability to work well with others
• Must possess a valid driver's license; must be 21 years of age and an American Citizen
• Background check & drug screen required
Elkhart County Human Resources
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
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