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 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 of Probation is looking to hire Probation Officers. Under supervision, with some latitude for independent or unreviewed action or decision, performs difficult and responsible work in the field of probation providing assigned individuals services in intake, investigation, supervision, and enforcement; performs related work.

The selected candidates will:

- Make preliminary investigations of the defendants' alleged crimes or offenses, covering such matters as the nature of the offense, the place and manner in which it was committed, the circumstances, and the statements of the complainant and defendant.
- Obtain information on the offenders legal, economic, and psycho-social history and background.
- Interprets conditions of sentence to persons placed under probation supervision.
- Provide therapeutic counseling to probationers individually or in groups to assist them in dealing with problems such as alcoholic and narcotic addiction, psychiatric disorders,
unemployment, and marital difficulties; supervises their progress.
- Assist Family Court in making appropriate determinations in very complex and sensitive cases by conducting investigations related to matters, such as child custody, visitation and
adoption
- Act as liaison between the department and the courts.
- Secure and clarifies information, answers questions, prepares and submits written reports and recommendations, including revocation of probation if necessary.
- Keep track of court cases in which the department is involved.
- Refer probationers to social, governmental or community agencies which may assist in probationers’ rehabilitation.
- Perform field work, which includes home visits to individuals under investigation or supervision; corresponds with and makes collateral visits to friends, relatives, community agencies, employers, former employers, churches, schools, law enforcement agencies, and others for the purpose of monitoring probationer’s adherence to the conditions of probation.
- Prepare and maintain case records.
- Provide specialized services in research and demonstration projects.
- Provide intake service to determine the necessity for court intervention or adjust matters without referral to court.
- Receive instruction in the use of deadly physical force, firearms, and other weapons.
- Perform violation of probation warrant investigations; make collateral field visits; enforce violation of probation warrants; execute warrants; perform "failure to report" investigations and requisite field visits; detain or take into custody probationers wanted by law enforcement agencies;
- Receives instruction in deadly physical force and the use of firearms and other weapons.
- May be required to carry a firearm.

1. A graduate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in social work, education, law, sociology, psychology, criminology, rehabilitation counseling, counseling, guidance, or a closely related field; or

2. A Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and one year of satisfactory full-time experience in casework or counseling as described in (2) above; or

3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and two years of satisfactory full-time experience in casework or counseling in a recognized social work/counseling setting adhering to acceptable professional standards in the field of probation, parole, social services, psychiatric social work, or a closely related field; or

4. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and one year of satisfactory, full-time experience in the field of probation providing services for assigned individuals in intake, investigation, supervision or enforcement; or

5. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “2,” “3" or “4” above. However, all candidates must have at least a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. Graduate credits in the fields listed in “1” above may be substituted for up to one year of experience as described in “2” above on the basis of 30 college semester credits for one year of experience.

In order for experience to be acceptable, at least 60% of your time must be spent performing duties which involve therapeutic interaction used to modify behavior. The experience must include at least one of the following areas: intake and developing and recording a psycho-social history; conducting an evaluative analysis or assessment; providing counseling or supportive supervision; developing and implementing a treatment plan; or providing referral and follow-up services. Such experience must have been gained after receipt of a baccalaureate degree. Experience as a tutor, clerical worker, peer counselor, leader/companion, recreational counselor, legal assistant, investigator, camp counselor, eligibility specialist or custodial supervisor is not acceptable.

Driver License Requirement: You must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York at the time of appointment. If you have moving violations, a license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of you employment.

Peace Officer Training Certification Requirement: You must satisfy the training requirements established by the State of New York for Peace Officers. Once obtained, this certification must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.