Probation Officer Trainee

Job description

Job Description The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout the New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism. The Department is recruiting Probation Officer Trainees for the Divisions of Adult and Juvenile Operations. The Probation Officer Trainees under close supervision, receive a course of training and performs beginning level professional work for the purpose of acquiring knowledge, skill and competence in the field of probation work. The duties include, but are not limited to, the following: *Selected candidates will be assigned within the five boroughs based upon the needs of the Department. *Maximum salary is not guaranteed. - Conducts court ordered investigations of criminal offense(s) to obtain detailed information ab...