Spokane County
Probation Services Specialist (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)
Spokane County, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
Probation Services Specialist (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)
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Probation Services Specialist (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)
Salary
$39,867.60 - $55,806.12 Annually
Location
WA 99260, WA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
25-00082
Department
District Court Probation
Opening Date
03/26/2025
Closing Date
4/11/2025 4:30 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Summary
This position works 37.5 hours per week.
The position allocated to this class performs “non-oath” support functions associated with facilitation of probation casework: performs intake procedures, assists in a limited capacity with probationer monitoring, closes cases and assists in other areas as assigned. Work is performed under the guidance and supervision of the District Court Manager and/or Probation Officers. This class is distinguished from the Probation Officer class by the narrow scope of work and a lesser degree of independent decision making. Incumbents will not routinely appear and/or present in court, except as requested for training purposes.
WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in a position covered by the Master Contract submitting applications between 3/26/25 and 4/2/25. First consideration will be given to applicants working in District Court in a position covered by the 1553 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA); second consideration given to County-wide applicants in a position covered by the 1553 CBA; third consideration given to applicants covered by the Master Contract CBA; fourth consideration will be given to all other applicants.
TOTAL COMPENSATION: $51,030 - $71,431 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
Examples of Duties
Assists Probation Officers with performing caseload management activities including but not limited to case reviews, scheduling appointments, and entering data in electronic case files. Monitors minimal or low risk supervision cases.
Conducts office visits and meets one-on-one with offenders to explain sentencing and/or Stipulation of Continuance (SOC) agreement conditions; completes intake interviews, coordinates, and submits treatment referrals; provide information on community treatment resources, and referrals to Court ordered classes. Provides information on basic community resources to defendants. Conducts research on treatment providers in other states for defendants who reside elsewhere.
May schedule future appointments for Therapeutic Court Probation Officers, DUI, Mental Health, or Veteran’s Therapeutic Court.
Reviews and uploads reports for the Probation Officer to include Ignition Interlock, Drug Test Screenings, Electronic Home Monitoring and (SCRAM) reports. Processes mail and incoming fax reports; scans into the District Court Probation application. Uploads Court Orders and other reports into Imaging for the District Court.
Contacts a variety of outside agencies for verification of court-ordered compliance, maintains detailed records of contacts, informs the Probation Officer of non-compliance. Coordinates treatment referral information and monitor community agencies for statutory compliance. Monitors compliance of treatment obligations with professional treatment providers.
Researches first appearance notifications for new charges on all monitored cases, active and Bench Probation. Reports offender noncompliance with conditions of the sentence to the Court. Generates violation reports) for new arrests or first appearances. Orders police reports from the Law Enforcement Reporting Management System (LERMS), Washington State Patrol (WSP) or National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) systems.
Collects data statistics on all Court orders received and probation fees ordered, reduced, or waived.
Assists with reception coverage and scheduling of classes for Court ordered classes including Alive @25, Defensive Driving, Anger Management and Theft Awareness classes
Assists in monitoring case progress and information gathering for banked or Bench Warrant case audits and closures. Generates and sends dismissal letters to the Court on SOC’s and Bench Probation cases. Makes detailed case note records and brings new information/issues to the attention of the probation officer.
In limited circumstances, may accompany Probation Officers to Court hearings, field work or other community work. May participate on internal work groups and/or committees.
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of college coursework in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Social Science, Education, or a related field, and
One (1) year of experience performing duties that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of hire and for the duration of employment.
NOTE: Requires successful completion of a criminal background check.
Selection Factors
Knowledge of the adult criminal justice system.
Knowledge of concepts and techniques used in interviewing, counseling, data collection, report preparation and record maintenance.
Knowledge of preparation of business correspondence including letter writing, use of appropriate grammar and punctuation.
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, community and social agencies, general public, court and department supervisors.
Skilled in the use of personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software.
Ability to work independently and with good judgment, recognizing when supervisory direction/intervention may be required; consistently make good decisions.
Ability to effectively work and communicate (both verbally and in writing) with individuals and groups from a variety of social, economic, ethnic and racial backgrounds.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to understand, interpret and appropriately apply laws, rules, regulations, procedures, pertinent to area of assignment.
Ability to write clear and concise notes and reports.
Ability to multi-task and complete work with numerous interruptions.
SPOKANE COUNTY
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.
PAID TIME OFF
Spokane County Observed Holidays
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.
PTO
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.
Vacation
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).
Sick Leave
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.
Other Leaves
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Medical Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).
2024 Rates:
Premera
Employee Only: $38.04 per month
Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month
Employee & Family: $209.60 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month
Kaiser:
Employee: $35.92 per month
Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month
Employee & Family: $196.06 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month
Dental Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.
2024 Rates:
Delta Dental Willamette Dental
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month
Group Life Insurance
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Long Term Disability Coverage
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.
RETIREMENT
Retirement Plan (401a)
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.
Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS
AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.
Travel Assistance
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.
WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS
Employee Assistance Program
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.
Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.
Wellness Programs
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.
Discounts
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.
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Employer
Spokane County
Address
824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260
Phone
509-477-5750
Website
http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment
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Probation Services Specialist (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)
Salary
$39,867.60 - $55,806.12 Annually
Location
WA 99260, WA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
25-00082
Department
District Court Probation
Opening Date
03/26/2025
Closing Date
4/11/2025 4:30 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Summary
This position works 37.5 hours per week.
The position allocated to this class performs “non-oath” support functions associated with facilitation of probation casework: performs intake procedures, assists in a limited capacity with probationer monitoring, closes cases and assists in other areas as assigned. Work is performed under the guidance and supervision of the District Court Manager and/or Probation Officers. This class is distinguished from the Probation Officer class by the narrow scope of work and a lesser degree of independent decision making. Incumbents will not routinely appear and/or present in court, except as requested for training purposes.
WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all applicants meeting the minimum requirements. Priority consideration will be given to Spokane County employees in a position covered by the Master Contract submitting applications between 3/26/25 and 4/2/25. First consideration will be given to applicants working in District Court in a position covered by the 1553 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA); second consideration given to County-wide applicants in a position covered by the 1553 CBA; third consideration given to applicants covered by the Master Contract CBA; fourth consideration will be given to all other applicants.
TOTAL COMPENSATION: $51,030 - $71,431 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
Examples of Duties
Assists Probation Officers with performing caseload management activities including but not limited to case reviews, scheduling appointments, and entering data in electronic case files. Monitors minimal or low risk supervision cases.
Conducts office visits and meets one-on-one with offenders to explain sentencing and/or Stipulation of Continuance (SOC) agreement conditions; completes intake interviews, coordinates, and submits treatment referrals; provide information on community treatment resources, and referrals to Court ordered classes. Provides information on basic community resources to defendants. Conducts research on treatment providers in other states for defendants who reside elsewhere.
May schedule future appointments for Therapeutic Court Probation Officers, DUI, Mental Health, or Veteran’s Therapeutic Court.
Reviews and uploads reports for the Probation Officer to include Ignition Interlock, Drug Test Screenings, Electronic Home Monitoring and (SCRAM) reports. Processes mail and incoming fax reports; scans into the District Court Probation application. Uploads Court Orders and other reports into Imaging for the District Court.
Contacts a variety of outside agencies for verification of court-ordered compliance, maintains detailed records of contacts, informs the Probation Officer of non-compliance. Coordinates treatment referral information and monitor community agencies for statutory compliance. Monitors compliance of treatment obligations with professional treatment providers.
Researches first appearance notifications for new charges on all monitored cases, active and Bench Probation. Reports offender noncompliance with conditions of the sentence to the Court. Generates violation reports) for new arrests or first appearances. Orders police reports from the Law Enforcement Reporting Management System (LERMS), Washington State Patrol (WSP) or National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) systems.
Collects data statistics on all Court orders received and probation fees ordered, reduced, or waived.
Assists with reception coverage and scheduling of classes for Court ordered classes including Alive @25, Defensive Driving, Anger Management and Theft Awareness classes
Assists in monitoring case progress and information gathering for banked or Bench Warrant case audits and closures. Generates and sends dismissal letters to the Court on SOC’s and Bench Probation cases. Makes detailed case note records and brings new information/issues to the attention of the probation officer.
In limited circumstances, may accompany Probation Officers to Court hearings, field work or other community work. May participate on internal work groups and/or committees.
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of college coursework in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Social Science, Education, or a related field, and
One (1) year of experience performing duties that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of hire and for the duration of employment.
NOTE: Requires successful completion of a criminal background check.
Selection Factors
Knowledge of the adult criminal justice system.
Knowledge of concepts and techniques used in interviewing, counseling, data collection, report preparation and record maintenance.
Knowledge of preparation of business correspondence including letter writing, use of appropriate grammar and punctuation.
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, community and social agencies, general public, court and department supervisors.
Skilled in the use of personal computers, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software.
Ability to work independently and with good judgment, recognizing when supervisory direction/intervention may be required; consistently make good decisions.
Ability to effectively work and communicate (both verbally and in writing) with individuals and groups from a variety of social, economic, ethnic and racial backgrounds.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to understand, interpret and appropriately apply laws, rules, regulations, procedures, pertinent to area of assignment.
Ability to write clear and concise notes and reports.
Ability to multi-task and complete work with numerous interruptions.
SPOKANE COUNTY
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.
PAID TIME OFF
Spokane County Observed Holidays
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.
PTO
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.
Vacation
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).
Sick Leave
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.
Other Leaves
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Medical Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).
2024 Rates:
Premera
Employee Only: $38.04 per month
Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month
Employee & Family: $209.60 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month
Kaiser:
Employee: $35.92 per month
Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month
Employee & Family: $196.06 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month
Dental Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.
2024 Rates:
Delta Dental Willamette Dental
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month
Group Life Insurance
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Long Term Disability Coverage
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.
RETIREMENT
Retirement Plan (401a)
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.
Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS
AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.
Travel Assistance
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.
WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS
Employee Assistance Program
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.
Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.
Wellness Programs
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.
Discounts
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.
01
Please check the box that applies to your current Union status (if you are not a current Spokane County employee, please select "None of the above apply").
I am in the open position's department and my position is covered by the 1553 collective bargaining agreement
I am in another department and my position is covered by the 1553 collective bargaining agreement
I am in a position covered by the Master Contract collective bargaining agreement (not 1553)
I am in a position covered by another collective bargaining agreement (not 1553 or Master Contract)
None of the above apply
Required Question
Employer
Spokane County
Address
824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260
Phone
509-477-5750
Website
http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment