This is advanced social casework overseeing and ensuring offender compliance with court-ordered referral programs and probation stipulations for the Municipal Courts in Mobile County.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: AVAILABILITY OF

COMPUTERS AND SCANNERS

Reservations for computers are encouraged. Computers may be reserved in 30 minute time periods. Consecutive 30 minute time periods are also available. Please call (251) 470-7727, extension “0” to make a reservation.

Walk-ins are welcome. However, priority use of the equipment will be given to those with reservations. Computer stations are limited in order to maintain social distancing and will be cleaned at the end of each timed reservation.

While on site, please take precautions to protect yourself and others from Covid-19 by wearing a mask and maintaining social distance as outlined in the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Guidelines.

Please also note that our lobby has limited capacity in order to maintain social distancing. No more than one person may accompany those using the computers and both parties must remain in the individual kiosk area that was reserved.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Attainment of a minimum of a bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university in counseling, social work, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, education or closely related field, preferably supplemental by a Court Referral Officer certification in the state of Alabama, and a minimum of three years' responsible experience in probation or social casework; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE WORK:
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of probation work and related court procedures.

Thorough knowledge of human behavior and development.

Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations regarding probation.

Skill in the use of personal computers and work-related software for the production of reports, spreadsheets, presentations, forms, or other documents.

Ability to analyze investigative material and resolve difficult court-ordered enforcement issues.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Ability to present clear and concise reports, both orally and in writing.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to operate vehicles safely.

Ability to maintain accurate and legible records.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with court personnel, defendants, community agencies, employees and the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to exert physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects and materials.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)

Assigns daily routine tasks to staff in order to plan, prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.

Provides professional case management by monitoring and recording clients' progress to ensure that goals and objectives are met.

Coordinates and monitors the delivery of services to clients.

Resolves difficult issues in the enforcement of court orders.

Determines the proper levels of treatment and recommends appropriate services.

Assists judges and attorneys in court by testifying progress or alleged violations of defendant's probation.

Develops and maintains detailed case histories by preparing and maintaining records and case files.

Makes daily court appearances and counsels offenders in rules and regulations of court.

Enforces court orders and determines the effectiveness of the court supervision.

Answers inquiries from judges, prosecutors, and attorneys concerning non-compliant defendants or new defendants.

Prepares multiple weekly dockets.

Restrains defendants and probationers.

Administers drug/alcohol testing, including random drug screens of offenders, to verify compliance with substance abuse treatment programs.

Prepares and submits weekly statistical and performance reports of caseload.

Creates and maintains filing system.

Performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE WORK: An employee in this class is responsible for professional casework and serves as a lead worker in monitoring the conduct of clients under court-ordered probation. Work is performed in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment within assigned areas of responsibilities and is reviewed by the department head or other designated supervisor.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL APPLICANTS

NOTICE:

Documents are not automatically attached to your JobOpps account (profile). You must select and attach required documents to every application through the attachments tab on the application screen when you are applying.

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All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board JobOpps site.

Paper applications will not be accepted and will be returned.

An email address is required for all applications. For information on obtaining an email address, visit the FAQs link (Download PDF reader) on the Job Opportunities page at www.personnelboard.org. The Mobile County Personnel Board does not endorse any particular provider.

Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Merit System employment and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Errors, omissions and inaccurate information on the application will be construed as an incomplete application and will result in rejection of the application. Therefore, special attention should be given to each and every question and every attempt made to answer each correctly.

Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

Applications must be complete and all required or supplemental documents (college transcripts, driver’s license, and/or certifications) must be attached at the time of submitting the application. See the job posting and the supplemental questions for required documents for each job posting.

If needed, computers and scanners are available in our office
at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama.
Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, except for major holidays.

Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting.
Subsequent applications submitted for the same job posting will be rejected.

COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS

College transcripts, where required or otherwise to be considered, must be attached as part of completing an application. Grade reports, computer downloads of grades, and diplomas are not transcripts and will not be considered. Transcripts must be either an official or student copy issued by the educational institution. See the College Transcript Information (Download PDF reader) link on the Job Opportunities page at www.personnelboard.org for additional information and requirements regarding educational transcripts.

OPEN TO: All who meet the requirements as set forth in the job posting and who may lawfully be appointed to a position. Applicants for sworn law enforcement positions must be U.S. citizens.

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: Unless otherwise stated in the job posting or supplemental questions, there are no residence requirements in order to apply. Applicants must bear all expenses incurred in reporting for testing or appointment. Upon appointment, the law gives the right to each Appointing Authority (Employer) to fix any further legal requirements regarding residence.

FINAL DATE FOR FILING APPLICATION: The completed application should be returned as soon as possible. In the event of tied scores, Rule 8.1 dictates that ties will be broken by the order in which applications are filed. Applications must be submitted by the final filing date and time specified on the job posting.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: For complete information on Veterans Preference points on an open competitive application, view the Veterans Information (Download PDF reader) link on the Job Opportunities page at www.personnelboard.org.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

The Mobile County Personnel Department reserves the right to limit the number of applicants summoned for interview. In such instances, a preliminary appraisal of qualifications, as indicated by the completed application, will be utilized as a guide in the selection of candidates to be summoned.

Aid and assistance in the examination procedure is available for the visually or otherwise disabled. Assistance may be requested by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.

A “Practice Test Seminar” is held in the Personnel Department Office, 1809 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama, at 9:00 a.m. on the third Wednesday of every month. The purpose of these seminars is to acquaint applicants or interested citizens with design format and procedures utilized by the department in its administration of written test selection devices. Inasmuch as testing facilities are limited, the seminars will be on a first come, first served basis, as long as space remains available.

NOTICE: The continuing eligibility for appointment of those who secure a place on the eligible list is subject to future changes in specifications.

GEORGE SMITH, DIRECTOR

THE AGENCIES WE SERVE ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS