Overview
Probation Officer Trainee; Juvenile Jobs in Hastings, USA at State of Nebraska
Position: Probation Officer Trainee (Juvenile)
Job Posting
JR Probation Officer Trainee (Juvenile) (Open)
Hiring Agency
Supreme Court – Agency 5
Location
Hastings, NE, Holdrege, NE, Minden, NE
Hiring Rate
$20.278
Applications No Longer Accepted On
06-22-2026
The Judicial Branch Offers Health & Wellness
- 79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance
- Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchase
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
- Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Financial Security
- 156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan
- FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy
- Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase
Paid Time Off & Leave
- 13 paid holidays annually
- Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
- Military leave and Funeral/Bereavement leave
Professional Growth
- Paid training to develop your skills
- Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications
- Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch Education
- Opportunity for bilingual pay
Job Description
This entry level position involves job orientation and training under close supervision for a period of one year to afford the trainee an opportunity to gain experience and develop ability. Incumbents are trained in performing investigatory and supervisory responsibilities involving offenders, under direct supervision in an assigned district. Additional training includes managing a caseload; preparing investigation reports; supervising offenders; conducting intake and detention interviews;
testifying in courts; performing drug and alcohol testing; arresting or detaining defendants under directions; and managing and maintaining electronic monitoring equipment.
Location
300 N St. Joseph Ave Suite 210, Hastings, NE 68901
Work Schedule
In-Office only. Non-traditional hours will be required.
Salary
Probation Officer Trainee’s salary range is $42,178.47 to $51,390.36 annually. After probation period is completed, the Permanent wage will increase at least 2.5%. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.
Job Duties
- Become familiar with various types of pre-sentence/pre-disposition investigations for adults and juvenile offenders including conducting intake and assessment interviews with offenders, families, and others to gather information on the individual and determine environmental factors that led to delinquent behaviors.
- Become familiar with providing recommendations for sentencing to the court based on case findings, and be trained in presenting information verbally and in writing before the court and completing intake paperwork.
- Become familiar with performing risk assessments to determine proper supervision level of client, recommending incentives and/or sanctions based on assessment, monitoring drug screens.
- Be introduced and trained on meeting with clients on probation to provide counseling, complete case reporting, and other related functions of managing a caseload, including conducting assessments or follow-ups; providing direction to help clients accomplish court requirements; providing referrals to community resources including food, shelter, and work.
- Be introduced and trained on preparing violation reports, compliance reports and conducting record checks; training also includes entering and updating client information into appropriate systems; determining reports to send to the court for updates.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social services or criminal justice.
- Consideration will be given to candidates receiving their degree within 120 days of application.
All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.
Knowledge
- Customer service principles
- Criminal Justice system, laws, legal codes, and court procedures
- Interview and Assessment procedures and…
Title: Probation Officer Trainee; Juvenile
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Hastings, USA
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