When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary, you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court.
Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.
The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.
The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking self-starters interested in making a difference to perform the following duties in the New Jersey Trial Courts: interview defendants and victims of crime to prepare pre-sentence and pre-trial investigations reports; investigate defendants by checking criminal history records and contacting other agencies such as probation departments and courts; contact other agencies such as banks, insurance companies, credit card companies and hospitals for restitution information; contact drug treatment facilities regarding probationers' progress and child support agencies regarding custodial issues; supervise adults or juveniles placed on probation; monitor and enforce court orders and conditions of probation which may include drug or urine testing; monitor and enforce child support orders; and/or identify service needs and required interventions; conduct field work including home and jail visitations.
When submitting your resume, you must indicate in order of preference up to four (4) vicinages from the 15 listed below in which you would like to be considered for employment:
Atlantic/Cape May * Bergen * Burlington * Camden * Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem * Essex * Hudson * Mercer
* Middlesex * Monmouth * Morris/Sussex * Ocean * Passaic * Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren * Union
Salary range is $52,223.39 - $85,273.39. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range.
Remote Work: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any area, which is supplemented by twenty-four (24) credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences.
Applicants who are approaching their anticipated graduation date may apply. If selected, the applicant must complete their degree no later than their start date.
Applicants may submit a copy of their transcript. However, an official college or university transcript is required at interview.
Education Note: Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service. (See www.naces.org/members.html)
Note: Key entry-level professional positions will be filled as they become available in the Criminal, Family and Probation Divisions. Selected candidates may be assigned to any of these divisions.
Veteran Status: Are you a veteran? If so, please indicate this information in your cover letter and/or resume. For information on Veteran's Preference, please visit the NJ Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs website at http://www.state.nj.us/military/veterans/preference.
Driver's License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.
Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.
Residency Law: In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.
To Apply:
Applicants can apply online by September 27, 2024 at:
For additional information please visit www.njcourts.gov and reference Probation Officer or Probation Officer Bilingual.
The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice.