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Twin Falls County MALE- Adult Probation Officer in Twin Falls, Idaho
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Twin Falls County
MALE-Adult Probation Officer
SALARY \$23.90 Hourly LOCATION Twin Falls County, ID
JOB TYPE Full-time JOB NUMBER 202600033
DEPARTMENT Adult Probation (Magistrate) OPENING DATE 04/16/2026
CLOSING DATE 4/23/2026 10:00 PM Mountain
Position Information
Apply ONLINEat www.twinfallscounty.org
Twin Falls County offers a highly competitive benefits packagetofull-timeemployees including holiday pay, paid
vacation, paid personal days and paid sick leave.We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term
disability benefits, life insurance, and a PEHP plan. We are on the PERSIretirement plan and also offer a Deferred
Compensation (voluntary retirement) plan.
For specific information regarding Twin Falls County\'s benefits, visit the Benefits section of our web page.
Job Description
CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Administers a caseload of clients to monitor compliance with court-ordered term of probation. The principal duties are
performed in an office environment although some fieldwork may be required to determine client compliance with
probation terms and conditions. The position includes exposure to potential personal danger and often includes working
irregular hours. The work is performed under the supervision of the Leadership Team of the Probation Department with
considerable latitude granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative
Duties / Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(illustrative only and may vary by assignment)
Manages an assigned caseload of clients referred by a Court to monitor compliance with court-ordered terms and
conditions of probation;
Attends dispositions, evidentiary hearings and dispositions, meets with clients and instructs them in probation
obligations, regulations and practices;
Establishes and maintains a case file on each client including visits to home, workplace, and relevant sites in the
community to document compliance with terms and conditions of probation;
Prepares and presents reports to Court on client compliance;
Conducts records checks and detailed investigations of client social history including physical environment, family
and peer relationships, emotional history, education, and related factors;
Administers drug and alcohol testing;
Determines driver license status of clients;
Prepares detailed periodic reports for submission to courts and to comply with state standards and guidelines;
Maintains databases and files as required by state and County standards and guidelines;
Establishes and maintains contacts with key individuals involved in the cases and case compliance (such as
detectives, attorneys, judges, employers, parents, teachers, counselors, etc.);
Coordinates with various agencies and apprises of client contract obligations; provides copies of documentation,
orders and related materials;
Prepares referrals for mental health, counseling, substance abuse, or other evaluations and treatments and
monitors attendance at and progress of treatment;
Receives and reviews monthly or other periodic reports from treatment providers on offenders and takes
appropriate remedial actions as necessary;
Prepares affidavits, motions and orders, warrants of arrest and other legal documents;
Recommends further conditions, initiates affidavit for violations, and other legal documents;
Attends Court and hearings and presents recommendations and/or testimony on violations and sentencing;
Maintains various files to document written verification of client attendance at ordered at hearings, meetings,
training, therapy, counseling, and classes;
Responds to Commissioners\', elected officials\', County employees\' and citizens\' question s and comments in a
courteous and timely manner;
Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;
Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate co-workers to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency
of interdepartmental operations and activities.
Maintains strict confidentiality in all cases;
Assists other department and County employees as needed or requested;
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conducts special investigations as ordered by Court;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an
individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.
Knowledge of:
Adult justice and adult probation sys