Chief Probation Officer

Requirements

• Important Notice Regarding Multiple Applications:
• Once a candidate formally accepts a job offer with Superior Court, Juvenile Court, or Justice Court (Tucson and Ajo), all other active applications within these courts will be inactivated.
• Essential Duties & Functions:
• Supports and upholds the mission, supporting goals and objectives for the Superior Court in Pima County and the Adult Probation division.
• Directs, manages, and evaluates the programs, services, and employees of a multiple site organization to ensure effective and compliant service delivery
• Coordinates with the Director of Juvenile Court Services on matters impacting both the Adult and Juvenile Probation Divisions to ensure unified and effective operational practices.
• Coordinates, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; tracks and reviews work progress and process; establishes operational performance measures, goals, objectives and priorities.
• Partners with Human Resources and Court Administration on employee related matters such as performance related actions, and/or implementation of corrective and/or disciplinary actions.
• Serves as the liaison between Adult Probation and the Administrative Office of the Supreme Court to implement statewide probation policies and programs.
• Coordinates with Court Administration in the development and administration of a multi-million-dollar budget and provides the leadership to procure financial support from various grant-funding sources.
• Participates in the selection and onboarding of management and key personnel to ensure adequate staffing and leadership continuity.
• Participates in the monitoring and evaluation of division and program budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance with funding requirements.
• Oversees the development and delivery of training programs for employees of the Adult Probation division to ensure compliance, competency, and operational readiness.
• Reviews and assesses the programs, services, and functions of the department to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, cost justification, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitors the development of data gathering processes and ensures the integrity of data and the reports prepared on departmental business activity.
• Collaborates as a member of the Court Management team to plan and provide direction for Adult Probation consistent with other Superior Court services and operations.
• Ensures compliance with Arizona Revised Statues, Federal laws affecting employees, and the rules and policies of Superior Court in Pima County and Arizona Supreme Court.
• Additional Responsibilities/Duties:
• Develops innovative strategies and approaches to administer probation programs and services.
• Interfaces with representatives from criminal justice, government, and community agencies to address a variety of issues and establish an integrated approach to provide services.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Must have comprehe

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description Summary Responsible for overseeing daily operations of a probation department with over 240 employees in the judicial branch. With administrative guidance, this role supervises and directs every aspect of adult probation operations and related services. It involves working with other division leaders on managing personnel, budgets, records, office logistics, space and equipment, as well as providing research and advisory support for adult probation activities. Job Description Hiring Salary Range: $123,490 - $138,923 annually This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting may close without notice once a candidate is selected. First review of applications will occur on May 13, 2026 . Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the discretion of the hiring authority. Join a leadership team where your expertise drives impact. Distinguishing Characteristics: This is an unclassified position that reports to the Court Administration of Superior Court in Pima County. The incumbent performs responsibilities of the position in a manner consistent with goals and policies established by the Presiding Judge, Court Administrator, and the Court Management Team.

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