Deputy Probation Officer / Intern Volunteer

MISSION STATEMENT

The Colorado Judicial Branch is a premier state government agency focusing on state trial courts and offender probation. Across the many varied career paths within the organization we universally recruit ambitious individuals to become valued public servants and future leaders. We are seeking applicants who want to contribute in making the Judicial Branch the "employer of choice" in Colorado. In addition, our desire is to hire professionals who consistently demonstrate integrity, embrace change, and contribute to the bottom line success of their smaller work team and the larger goals of the organization.

In return, you will gain valuable experience with a progressive organization known as one of the top judicial systems in the nation. The Judicial Branch allows employees to work with creativity in a unique culture defined by ethics, where execution, excellence and high performance are rewarded. Career opportunities abound within the organization as the average Judicial employee has tenure of 10+ years of service.

In a recent statewide employee survey an overwhelming majority of our employees ranked “sufficient work / life balance” as the #1 benefit of their job. Additionally, Judicial Branch employees take great pride in serving an organization that provides high-quality services to Colorado residents. Providing a positive work environment and culture with a competitive total rewards compensation package, the Colorado Judicial Branch is the solid career opportunity for which you have been seeking!

STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Our Volunteer Deputy Probation Officer's (DPOs) are introduced to all the duties of a Probation Officer excluding home visits. DPOs are sworn in and attend a 3 day academy covering Policy / Procedures, legal report writing and case management techniques. Upon completion of the academy, DPOs are assigned a small minimum caseload to oversee. During the internship they will prepare legal documents such as Complaints, Summons / Warrants, fee waivers, extensions and terminations. They are afforded the opportunity to sit in on various caseloads to observe the multiple case types and populations. They are able to observe court proceedings which include subpoenas and specialty courts.

Our DPOs are essential to the the department and this opportunity provides a hands on experience.

We require a commitment to 12 hours per week and a semester long time frame. Our hours of operation are Monday - Friday 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm.

Must be able to pass a background check. For more information and additional questions please contact Emily Norris, Intern Coordinator at 970-475-2803, emily.norris@judicial.state.co.us or Nichole Tuttle, Intern Coordinator at 970-475-218, nichole.tuttle@judicial.state.co.us.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Please see statement of duties and additional comments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 18 years old.