Juvenile Probation Officer/Deputy Bailiff

Juvenile Probation Officer / Deputy Bailiff Status: Full-time, unclassified, FLSA non-exempt; 37.5 hours per week Schedule: Generally 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., some evening and weekend work may be required. On-call duties begin after initial training and assignment of a caseload Starting Pay: $25.00 per hour or higher, based on relevant experience and qualifications Reports To: Court Administrator or designee Why Join Our Court? Build a public-service career that combines youth development, community-based work, and meaningful court experience. In Ottawa County's smaller court setting, probation officers work directly with court leadership and community partners, participate in the full juvenile court process, and can see the impact of their work with youth and families. Position Highlights • $25.00 per hour or higher based on relevant experience and qualifications. • A 37.5-hour regular workweek, generally Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. • Health, dental, and vision insurance; Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) participation; and paid leave and holidays. • Structured onboarding and position-specific training in court procedures, case-management systems, assessment tools, documentation, officer safety, and evidence-based supervision practices. • County vehicles are provided for authorized community travel. • Broad professional experience through direct work with youth, families, schools, service providers, community partners, and judicial officers. Position Overview The Juvenile Probation Officer provides community-based supervision, intervention, and case-management services to youth involved with the Juvenile Court. The position promotes public safety, monitors compliance with court orders, and supports positive youth development through evidence-based and trauma-informed practices. The officer works closely with youth, families, schools, treatment providers, community partners, and court personnel and may perform limited non-security Deputy Bailiff duties. Primary Responsibilities • Supervise youth on probation and other court-ordered supervision caseloads in accordance with court policy. • Complete court-approved screenings and assessments; develop, implement, and monitor individualized case plans. • Meet with youth and families in the office and conduct home, school, and community visits. • Monitor compliance, respond to violations, and use graduated interventions and incentives when appropriate. • Prepare timely, clear, and accurate case notes, reports, recommendations, and court updates. • Coordinate referrals and collaborate with families, schools, service providers, attorneys, and other justice-system partners. • Appear in court, provide case information, and support judicial officers during hearings. • Conduct authorized alcohol and drug screening and complete other duties consistent with the position. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, or a related field. • Two years of comparable professional experience. Qualifying experience may include paid employment, internships, or other experience demonstrating basic professional workplace skills, including telephone communication, office practices, and professional interaction with others. • Valid Ohio driver's license and ability to successfully complete a pre-employment motor vehicle record (MVR) review and operate County vehicles. • Ability to successfully complete required background screening and pre-employment drug testing. Preferred Qualifications • Experience