JUDICIAL BRANCH OF THE NAVAJO NATION Position Description POSITION INFORMATION Position: Position No: Class Code: Days: Hours/Week: Classification: District Court Probation Officer 212959 9241 Monday ‐ Friday Hours 8AM to 5PM; 40 per week Non‐exempt Date Posted: Closing Date: Position Location: Worksite Location: Salary Range: Hourly Range: April 25, 2017 May 8, 2017 Ramah Judicial District Court Ramah, New Mexico $39,582.40 $19.03 POSITION PURPOSE AND DEFINITION The District Court Probation Officer (DCPO) serves under the supervision of the Senior Probation Officer and performs work of moderate difficulty in managing assigned adult and children cases in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures for the probation and parole services, court requirements, policies, Navajo Nation Codes (N.N.C.) and other applicable laws. ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties, functions and responsibilities shall consist of the following: Caseload Duties:  Supervises and manages individuals placed on probation/parole as a condition of release or an alternative to incarceration.  Prepares conditions of probation/parole, recommendations and other documents according to directions from the court or appropriate authority.  Interviews clientele to determine proper rehabilitative services.  Prepares case summaries and reports.  Refers clientele to community agencies that offer specialized rehabilitative services required for a particular individual’s needs.  Conducts home/field visits to ensure compliance with probation/parole conditions or other persons subject to the jurisdiction of the courts.  Recommends when circumstances warrant modification of court orders.  Recommends appropriate actions for violations of probation and parole.  Maintains accurate case files.  Interviews individuals requesting for appointment of counsel and provides recommendation to the court.  Conducts random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.  Performs a variety of assignments within the court based on operational needs.  Conducts presentence/predisposition investigations and recommends viable sentencing alternatives, counseling and other services.  Compiles and submits monthly and quarterly reports in required timelines. District Court Probation Officer 1 JUDICIAL BRANCH OF THE NAVAJO NATION Position Description 
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Carefully documents facts and testifies in court with respect to the clientele activities, behavior and quality of adjustment while under supervision. Appear in court proceedings as mandated by law as court processes, policies and rules require. Provides community education and other information to schools and the public. Attends meetings to represent the district and provide report(s). Works as a liaison to schools and community groups in an effort to promote the mission of the judicial branch and the understating of probation. Responds to inquiries from the general public, counsel, court staff, law enforcement and other government agencies without giving legal advice. Other Duties:  Assists with routine office support and court‐related activities including backup support and limited delegation of authority;  May rotate through a variety of assignments within the court, based upon operational needs.  May be responsible for the monitoring of electronic monitoring of probation clients MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS An Associate’s Degree in Sociology, Criminal Justice, Behavioral Science or closely related field; and two years of progressive and responsible experience in law enforcement, counseling, or closely‐related field. An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience that provides the capabilities to perform the described duties may be considered. MANDATORY INITIATIVE AND SKILLS 1. This position requires the following knowledge: Basic applicable Dine’ Bi bee hazaani, Navajo Nation Statutory, State and Federal laws. All applicable Judicial Branch and Navajo Nation Policies and Procedures. 2. Navajo Rules of Court. 3. Peacemaking Program processes. 4. Legal terminology. 5. Personal computer hardware and software components. 6. Available community resources and service providers; 7. Basic knowledge of Navajo values, culture and traditions; 8. Basic counseling techniques and methods; 9. Basic principles of case management, monitoring and record keeping; 10. Knowledge and understanding of substance abuse and mental health issues. Shall be skilled in the following: 1. Filing and processing records through automated and manual filing systems. 2. Interpreting, applying and monitoring for compliance, complex conditions of probation/parole. 3. Use a personal computer with a variety of software applications. District Court Probation Officer 2 JUDICIAL BRANCH OF THE NAVAJO NATION Position Description WORK ENVIRONMENT Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. The employee must effectively communicate, multi‐task and interact with a wider variety of people on various, at times, complicated issues. Work may involve weekends, holidays, unusual hours, and travel to locations during inclement weather conditions. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk and hear. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving. Employee may be exposed to potential for bodily harm, communicable diseases in the performance of duties, must be able to physically react quickly in the event of a disturbance of a physical confrontation. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 
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Must possess a valid state‐issued driver’s license. Within 90‐days of employment must obtain and pass a criminal background check; obtain a Navajo Nation Vehicle Operator’s Permit Within 90‐day of employment, obtain a Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification to administer tests to clientele. Shall successfully pass a physical examination test. Shall possess a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid/Responder Certification. For this particular position class, incumbents are required to demonstrate fluency in both the Navajo and English languages as a condition of employment. DISCLAIMER The information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employee of the Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation for this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employees will be asked to perform other duties as needed to ensure the continued operations and services for the public and the Judicial Branch of the Navajo Nation. District Court Probation Officer 3 JUDICIAL BRANCH OF THE NAVAJO NATION Position Description CONTACT INFO: Judicial Branch Office of the Human Resources Post Office Box 520 Window Rock, Arizona 86515 Telephone: (928) 871‐7023 Facsimile: (928) 871‐6862 Website: www.navajocourts.org Navajo Preference Laws and Navajo Veteran Preference Laws applicable.
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