Probation Program Coordinator

About the Department

Position Duties

• Coordinates and supervises a caseload of clients participating in electronic home monitoring and Bellevue Work Crew programs. Facilitates court-imposed cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based programs and services for probation clients, including obtaining and maintaining required certifications to facilitate programs offered by the Probation Division. Facilitates and participates in Bellevue Work Crew activities, including coordinating work assignments, providing direction and instruction to participants, monitoring attendance and compliance, and working with community partners and work sites. Installs, monitors, and troubleshoots electronic monitoring equipment as ordered by the Court and responds to participant and equipment-related concerns. Supports the Probation Division’s License Support Program by assisting clients with identifying and addressing barriers to obtaining or reinstating a valid driver’s license and connecting clients with appropriate resources and services. Assesses eligibility of individuals to participate in programs and services by conducting criminal background inquiries and intake interviews; explains program requirements, rules, and regulations; and monitors participant compliance. Gathers, maintains, and compiles data from a variety of sources, including the Court’s case management system, and completes required program and case documentation. Monitors compliance with court-ordered obligations by reviewing reports and other information, communicating expectations, and providing oral and written warnings or other appropriate interventions. Participates in court proceedings and other meetings as a program representative and provides testimony or information regarding program participation, compliance, reports, and related documentation as needed. Prepares reports, correspondence, and other legal or program-related documents for the Court, including status reports, review reports, revocation documents, and other materials as needed. Provides information, support, referrals, and resources to clients and coordinates services with internal staff, the Court, Prosecutor’s Office, and community partners as appropriate. Assists with the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Probation Division programs and services. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Probation Manager to meet Division and operational needs. Supervision Received and Exercised: Work under the general supervision of the Probation Manager. May provide back-up coverage for probation officers and volunteers, as assigned.
• Coordinates and supervises a caseload of clients participating in electronic home monitoring and Bellevue Work Crew programs.
• Facilitates court-imposed cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based programs and services for probation clients, including obtaining and maintaining required certifications to facilitate programs offered by the Probation Division.
• Facilitates and participates in Bellevue Work Crew activities, including coordinating work assignments, providing direction and instruction to participants, monitoring attendance and compliance, and working with community partners and work sites.
• Installs, monitors, and troubleshoots electronic monitoring equipment as ordered by the Court and responds to participant and equipment-related concerns.
• Supports the Probation Division’s License Support Program by assisting clients with identifying and addressing barriers to obtaining or reinstating a valid driver’s license and connecting clients with appropriate resources and services.
• Assesses eligibility of individuals to participate in programs and services by conducting criminal background inquiries and intake interviews; explains program requirements, rules, and regulations; and monitors participant compliance.
• Gathers, maintains, and compiles data from a variety of sources, including the Court’s case management system, and completes required program and case documentation.
• Monitors compliance with court-ordered obligations by reviewing reports and other information, communicating expectations, and providing oral and written warnings or other appropriate interventions.
• Participates in court proceedings and other meetings as a program representative and provides testimony or information regarding program participation, compliance, reports, and related documentation as needed.
• Prepares reports, correspondence, and other legal or program-related documents for the Court, including status reports, review reports, revocation documents, and other materials as needed.
• Provides information, support, referrals, and resources to clients and coordinates services with internal staff, the Court, Prosecutor’s Office, and community partners as appropriate.
• Assists with the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Probation Division programs and services.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Probation Manager to meet Division and operational needs.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Minimum Qualifications

• Education & Experience Requirements Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in criminal justice, public administration, social sciences, or other related field. Two or more years of professional related experience in probation work or other criminal justice area. Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Completion of the Misdemeanant Probation Academy or Probation Officers Academy required. Must be certified to facilitate programs and services offered by the Probation Division or obtain required certification within a designated timeframe. Efficient in all facets of basic clerical skills, including but not limited to keyboarding, computer familiarity and competence, and positive public interaction. Working knowledge of the District and Municipal Court System. Ability to read and understand Criminal History Records. A demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning of diversity, equity & inclusion and a commitment to implementing these principles in your work. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred but not required. Office Machines & Technology Operates some or all the following office equipment and software: Laptop, printer Application software: Windows 11 Enterprise, Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), eCourt/JABS, eProbation Additional Job Requirements Able to successfully pass a criminal background investigation and meet all applicable Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security, access, and background screening requirements.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in criminal justice, public administration, social sciences, or other related field.
• Two or more years of professional related experience in probation work or other criminal justice area.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Completion of the Misdemeanant Probation Academy or Probation Officers Academy required.
• Must be certified to facilitate programs and services offered by the Probation Division or obtain required certification within a designated timeframe.
• Efficient in all facets of basic clerical skills, including but not limited to keyboarding, computer familiarity and competence, and positive public interaction.
• Working knowledge of the District and Municipal Court System.
• Ability to read and understand Criminal History Records.
• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning of diversity, equity & inclusion and a commitment to implementing these principles in your work.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Office Machines & Technology

Additional Job Requirements

• Able to successfully pass a criminal background investigation and meet all applicable Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security, access, and background screening requirements.

Other Qualifications

• Flexible/Hybrid Working A hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period working in the office after hire. Remote work for this position is subject to department's operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired, employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to Bellevue City Hall. This is a full-time, exempt, non-union position.

Flexible/Hybrid Working

Benefits

• The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value! Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law. The following summary applies to fully benefited positions: Medical Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the City's self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Dental Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers. Vision Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage. Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans: Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility. City of Bellevue Municipal Employee's Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule. Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options. Other benefits include: More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofbellevue Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD) Survivor Income Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month) An ORCA Card bus pass On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options Career development and training programs Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) Paydays - The City of Bellevue pays employees on the 8th and the 23rd of each month (24 pay periods per year). Please note: The City of Bellevue does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan. NOTE : This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the City's non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
• The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value! Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law. The following summary applies to fully benefited positions: Medical Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the City's self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Dental Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers. Vision Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage. Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
• City of Bellevue Municipal Employee's Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Survivor Income
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
• An ORCA Card bus pass
• On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
• Career development and training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Paydays - The City of Bellevue pays employees on the 8th and the 23rd of each month (24 pay periods per year).
• Please note: The City of Bellevue does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan. NOTE : This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the City's non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.

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