Bachelor's degree in the social sciences, criminal justice, or related fields
AND 7 years' experience working in a probation system or related organization
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.
Knowledge
Customer service principles.
Supervisory principles.
Criminal Justice system, laws, legal codes, and court procedures.
Interview and Assessment procedures and practices.
Intervention policies and procedures.
Signs of various forms of abuse, mental health issues, or neglect.
Crisis intervention techniques.
Document review techniques.
Computers and related software applications.
Providing customer service.
Evaluating work for quality, accuracy, and completion.
Cognitive restructuring.
Performing interviews.
Maintaining records and files.
Utilizing probation and protective techniques.
Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Preparing activity reports and updating databases.
Operating computers and applicable software applications.
Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Physical Requirements
Incumbents may be subjected to environmental threats, odors, dusts, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and travel.
Light Work: Ex
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Supreme Court - Agency 5
Location:
Hastings, NE
Hiring Rate:
$31.458
Job Posting:
JR2026-00026587 Probation Supervisor - Juvenile (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
06-04-2026
Job Description:
** The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position. **
The Judicial Branch offers:
Health & Wellness
79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance
Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchase
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Financial Security
156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan
FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy
Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase
Paid Time Off & Leave
13 paid holidays annually
Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave and Funeral/Bereavement leave
Professional Growth
Paid training to develop your skills
Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications
Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch Education
Opportunity for bilingual pay
Job Description
This classification level is responsible for managing, training and supervising daily activities and employees within a specialized unit, district field service division. Responsibilities may include supervising assigned unit probation officer staff; conducting presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervising an active caseload in accordance with rules and standards; assisting in completing case file reviews.
Location: In-Office only.
300 N St. Joseph Ave Suite 210
Hastings, NE 68901
Work Schedule: Some non-traditional hours may be required.
Salary:
A Probation Supervisor's salary range is $65,432.67 to $79,723.32 annually.
After probation period is completed, the Permanent wage will increase at least 2.5%. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.
Job Duties
1. Supervises assigned probation unit staff to include planning, prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; coordinating staff training; and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures.
2. Manages and directs day-to-day probation operations and functions for the assigned specialized unit; ensures conformance to work standards, operating procedures, and system policies.
3. Conducts presentence/predisposition reports and/or supervise an active caseload in accordance with system rules and regulations.
4. Trains probation staff within a specialized unit, district field service division or satellite office, in practices, policies and procedures associated with the supervision and investigation of offenders, and monitor their compliance with system standards.
5. Evaluates lower-level staff case plans and intervention strategies; ensures a standard of quality and compliance in approved strategies; provides guidance to lower-level staff regarding challenging or unique cases.
6. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Son · Hastings, NE