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Summary
Position Type:
Professional/Probation Officer - Juvenile
Date Posted:
12/12/2025
Location:
Elkhart County Judiciary-Juvenile Detention
Date Available:
12/12/2025
Closing Date:
Until Filled
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Judiciary-Court Services
HIRING RATE: Indiana Judicial Conference of Indiana Salary Schedule for Probation Officers plus county supplemental
BENEFITS OFFERED:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life and Disability Insurance
FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings & overtime
LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Courts Building
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides supervision for juvenile offenders placed on probation with the goals of providing services that are in the best interest of the child and family, protection of the public, assistance of victims, and the reduction of recidivism, as directed by the Elkhart County Juvenile Court with an emphasis on use of evidence-based practices.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, or Criminal Justice
• Compliance with Indiana Judicial Center requirements for certification and continuing education for probation officers
• Ability to supervise and respond to irate, intoxicated, mentally ill, and possibly violent juveniles
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices; ability to understand Indiana Statutes
• Must be 21 years of age and be an American Citizen
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; Proficiency with Windows based programs
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen
Elkhart County Human Resources
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Job Description
Position Type:
Professional/Probation Officer - Juvenile
Date Posted:
12/12/2025
Location:
Elkhart County Judiciary-Juvenile Detention
Date Available:
12/12/2025
Closing Date:
Until Filled
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Judiciary-Court Services
HIRING RATE: Indiana Judicial Conference of Indiana Salary Schedule for Probation Officers plus county supplemental
BENEFITS OFFERED:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life and Disability Insurance
FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings & overtime
LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Courts Building
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)
JOB SUMMARY:
Provides supervision for juvenile offenders placed on probation with the goals of providing services that are in the best interest of the child and family, protection of the public, assistance of victims, and the reduction of recidivism, as directed by the Elkhart County Juvenile Court with an emphasis on use of evidence-based practices.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, or Criminal Justice
• Compliance with Indiana Judicial Center requirements for certification and continuing education for probation officers
• Ability to supervise and respond to irate, intoxicated, mentally ill, and possibly violent juveniles
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices; ability to understand Indiana Statutes
• Must be 21 years of age and be an American Citizen
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; Proficiency with Windows based programs
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen
Elkhart County Human Resources
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
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