Probation Secretary - District Court

Employee in this position is responsible for providing secretarial and case management support to the Probation Officer. Position is open until filled. - Prepare letters to clients and the Court; coordinate case Management, including maintenance of files, contact with applicable agencies and related duties. - Monitor court Orders, set up classes, notify clients, collect and disperse monies, monitor progress and complete requirements and related duties. - Process the various requirements of the Deferred Prosecution program, including files, record checks and other necessary tasks; coordinate compliance checks with various associated agencies. - Perform other tasks as directed. - Familiar with tools, instruments, equipment and techniques commonly used in the performance of related tasks. - Maintains a high standard for accuracy, completeness and efficiency in the preparation of reports. - Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in events, remain calm in stressful situations, relate to various personality styles in a professional manner. - Effectively communicate with others for purposes of gathering and relating information. - Understands the need for maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. - Independent and self-motivated to complete required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks. - Familiarity with court processes and legal terminology. - High school diploma or equivalent, and as otherwise indicated. - Prior experience in Probation and/or Secretarial work preferred. - Ability to successfully complete various required training classes, subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Island County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.