Probation Officer

In order to be considered for any vacancy within the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, an application must be completed. If you are among the qualified candidates, you will receive a call or email from one of our coordinators to schedule an interview. Once your application is completed, please send it to the Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@ktttribe.org.In House Only Applicants (Tribal Members and Employees currently working within a Kickapoo Entity)Job Title: Community Supervision Officer (Probation Officer)Classification: Full Time RegularDepartment: Tribal CourtReports to: Tribal JudgeOvertime: ExemptBackground Check: Criminal & Credit History (based upon personal identifying information).Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder general supervision, the Community Supervision Officer performs professional probation, juvenile supervision, detention, and case management services for adult and juvenile offenders under the jurisdiction of the Tribal Court. The officer monitors compliance with court-ordered conditions, conducts risk and needs assessments, prepares court reports, supervises offenders in the community, coordinates rehabilitative services, and promotes public safety while supporting offender accountability and successful reintegration.The position requires frequent interaction with offenders, victims, families, Tribal departments, schools, treatment providers, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations. The Community Supervision Officer exercises independent judgment while ensuring compliance with Tribal, federal, and applicable state laws, court orders, departmental policies, and confidentiality requirements.Essential FunctionsAn individual must be able to perform each essential function of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdult Community SupervisionSupervise adult offenders placed on probation by the Tribal Court.Conduct offender risk and needs assessments to determine appropriate supervision levels.Develop individualized case plans that address criminogenic needs, treatment, education, employment, housing, and behavioral goals.Conduct office, home, school, workplace, and field visits to monitor compliance with court orders.Explain probation conditions, offender responsibilities, and court expectations.Monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions including:Drug and alcohol testingCounseling and treatment participationCommunity serviceRestitutionCurfewsElectronic monitoringProtective ordersConduct random drug and alcohol screenings.Install, monitor, and manage electronic monitoring equipment when ordered by the Court.Respond to probation violations through graduated sanctions, violation reports, recommendations to the Court, or arrest procedures as authorized.Maintain frequent contact with offenders, employers, family members, treatment providers, schools, and other collateral contacts.Juvenile Probation and DetentionSupervise juveniles placed on probation or detained by Tribal Court.Conduct juvenile intake interviews and complete required documentation.Counsel juveniles regarding probation expectations, school attendance, behavioral goals, and rehabilitation.Conduct home, school, office, and community visits.Coordinate with parents, guardians, schools, counselors, and social service agencies.Attend court hearings, school meetings, expulsion hearings, multidisciplinary staffing meetings, and case reviews.Monitor juvenile compliance with court orders and treatment recommendations.Schedule and coordinate medical, dental, behavioral health, and counseling appointments for detained juveniles.Notify parents or guardians regarding medical needs and significant incidents.Maintain juvenile detention records, incident reports, restraint documentation, and detention logs.Manage juvenile telephone accounts and communication systems within detention.Oversee juvenile admissions, releases, inventory of personal property, and fingerprinting procedures.Complete sex offender risk assessments as directed by the Court.Process juvenile sex offender registration documentation and distribute required notices to appropriate law enforcement agencies.Court and Case ManagementPrepare presentence investigations, probation reports, violation reports, status reports, progress reports, and court recommendations.Prepare petitions, motions, warrants, court orders, and dismissal documents.Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential case files in accordance with Tribal, federal, and state requirements.Testify in Tribal Court regarding offender compliance, violations, investigations, and recommendations.Document all offender contacts, home visits, field contacts, collateral contacts, and case activities.Maintain statistical reports and department records.Interagency CollaborationCoordinate services with Tribal programs, behavioral health providers, schools, law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, defense counsel, victim services, federal agencies, and community organizations.Refer offenders to substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, domestic violence intervention, educational programs, vocational training, employment assistance, housing resources, parenting classes, and other community services.Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborative case planning.Support culturally appropriate rehabilitation practices consistent with Kickapoo traditions and Tribal values.Assist in the development, negotiation, implementation, and monitoring of contracts, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), intergovernmental agreements, and service agreements necessary for the operation of the Community Supervision Office, ensuring compliance with Tribal policies, funding requirements, and applicable laws.Serve as the Community Supervision Office liaison with contracted service providers, grant-funded programs, treatment providers, and partner agencies to monitor contract performance, coordinate services, and ensure contractual obligations are met.Support culturally appropriate rehabilitation practices consistent with Kickapoo traditions Community SafetyConduct investigations related to probation compliance.Verify offender employment, residence, education, and treatment participation.Assess offender risk to victims and the community.Assist law enforcement with probation compliance checks when appropriate.Maintain officer safety awareness during field contacts and home visits.Respond appropriately during emergencies and crisis situations.Administrative ResponsibilitiesUtilize criminal justice databases and other authorized information systems.Maintain electronic case management records.Prepare correspondence, reports, and statistical summaries.Maintain confidentiality of criminal justice information and protected records.Ensure compliance with Tribal Court policies and procedures.Secondary FunctionsPerform such other tasks as may be assigned from time to time by supervisor.CompetenciesAn individual must be proficient in each of the competencies listed below to successfully perform the responsibilities of this position.Knowledge & AbilitiesREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESThe successful candidate shall demonstrate knowledge of:Kickapoo Tribe of Texas history, culture, customs, and traditions.Tribal, federal, and applicable Texas criminal laws.Tribal Court operations and judicial procedures.Adult and juvenile probation practices.Juvenile detention procedures.Risk and needs assessment principles.Case management and evidence-based supervision practices.Motivational interviewing and behavior modification techniques.Crisis intervention and conflict de-escalation.Community resources and rehabilitation programs.Confidentiality laws and ethical standards governing criminal justice professionals.Courtroom testimony and legal documentation.Electronic monitoring systems.Criminal justice databases available to the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas.Ability to:Exercise sound independent judgment.Communicate effectively orally and in writing.Prepare accurate legal and investigative reports.Interview offenders, victims, witnesses, and collateral contacts.Establish professional working relationships.Maintain confidentiality.Manage multiple priorities.Work effectively under stressful situations.Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, cultural sensitivity, and impartiality.Physical ActivitiesThe position requires:Sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing stairs, and driving.Conducting field visits in homes, schools, detention facilities, and community settings.Operating standard office equipment and computer systems.Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.Ability to respond to emergencies involving offenders or detained juveniles.Work EnvironmentWork is performed in offices, courtrooms, detention facilities, schools, residences, correctional settings, and outdoor environments.The position involves frequent interaction with adult and juvenile offenders and may involve exposure to hostile or volatile situations requiring sound judgment and officer safety awareness.AvailabilityAn individual must have the following job availability to perform one or more essential functions of this position.Location: 2212 Rosita Valley Road or 381 Bishop Gracida, Eagle Pass, TX 78852Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm.Flexibility: The employee may need to work nights, weekends, holidays and/or extended hours if required.TravelTraveling /is not necessary to perform one or more essential functions of this positionEntry CriteriaMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in criminal justice, Social or Behavioral Sciences.At least one (5) year experience in probation, corrections, law enforcement, juvenile services, case management or a related field.Must possess a valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record and be insurable.Must have access to reliable transportation to commute to and from work.Preferred QualificationsNative American preference is observed.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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