Position Title: Juvenile Probation Officer
Location: Mental Health Court - Fort Smith, AR
Salary: $41,550

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Job Summary

The Juvenile Probation Officer is responsible for supervising juvenile cases and ensuring compliance with court orders. This role involves monitoring and supporting juveniles in their rehabilitation process while maintaining a comprehensive understanding of their individual needs. The officer will work collaboratively within a team to make decisions, solve problems, and provide accurate, timely reporting. Responsibilities include maintaining, annotating, and preparing court documents, as well as managing cases involving FINS (Family in Need of Services), informal diversion programs, and delinquency cases. The Juvenile Probation Officer will interact regularly with community-based providers, attorneys, families, and other probation officers to facilitate positive outcomes for juveniles under supervision. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for fostering productive relationships with juveniles and their families, as well as key stakeholders in the justice system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Perform multiple tasks, including handling interruptions, and return to and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer and applications appropriate to assigned duties.

Position Title: Probation Officer
Location: Mental Health Court - Fort Smith, AR
Salary: $46,917

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Job Summary

The Probation Officer is responsible for assisting in the supervision of adult offenders on parole or probation, ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions. Duties include reviewing policies and establishing supervision schedules, observing office visits, referring individuals to support services, and assisting with drug testing. The role also involves supporting the issuance and execution of arrest warrants, participating in violation investigations, and preparing related reports. This position requires strong communication, investigative, and organizational skills, and is governed by state and federal laws as well as county policies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess the ability to carry and operate a firearm.
• Must be certified as a Specialized Law Enforcement Officer by the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training in accordance with ACA 12-9-106 within one (1) year of hire, or be certified by the Department of Community Correction (DCC) as a Parole/Probation Officer.
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, excluding certifications or licensure, with approval from the Qualifications Review Board.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

Position Title: Seasonal Mower
Location: County Road Department - Greenwood
Hourly: $15.00

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Job Summary

Work involves maintenance of county rights-of-way, operating a tractor with a mowing unit, and performing manual labor duties. Performs other duties assigned or deemed necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Previous experience operating tractors with a mowing unit
• Must have a valid Driver’s License

Position: Adult Detention Deputy
Location: Adult Detention Center
Salary: $42,294

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Online at Indeed.com  Or Email application/resume to hrteam@sebastiancountyar.gov

Job Summary

The employee will work under the direct supervision of the Adult Detention Administrator and/or ADC Assistant Administrator.  The employee is responsible for the security and welfare of male and female inmates, providing service to the inmate population, and maintaining a controlled atmosphere to prevent disturbances. Work involves an element of personal danger and the employee must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies.  The employee also is responsible for the safe and secure transportation of inmates to and from various facilities.  The position is governed by departmental policies and procedures and all laws concerning Adult Detention Center personnel.

Minimum Entry Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Knowledge of fundamental constitutional rights of inmates
• Possess the ability to be nondiscriminatory to relate to persons of all social-economic levels and effectively deal with persons regardless of their state of mind or physical condition
• Possess competent coordination and strength required to physically subdue prisoners
• Detention personnel should have good health, emotional maturity, integrity, an interest in the welfare of human beings, the ability to establish interpersonal relationships and to work with aggressive persons, the belief in the capacity of people to change, recognition of the dignity and value of the individual, resourcefulness, patience, the ability to use authority responsibly and continuing interest in professional development
• Be able to work different shifts