Probation District Placement Coordinator (Juvenile) at State of Nebraska

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Hiring Agency

Supreme Court - Agency 5

Location

Omaha, NE

Hiring Rate

$33.568

Job Posting

JR2026-00027464 Probation District Placement Coordinator (Juvenile) (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

07-10-2026

The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position.

Health & Wellness

• 79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance

• Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchase

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support

• Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Financial Security

• 156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan

• FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy

• Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase

Paid Time Off & Leave

• 13 paid holidays annually

• Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately

• Military leave and Funeral/Bereavement leave

Professional Growth

• Paid training to develop your skills

• Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications

• Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch Education

• Opportunity for bilingual pay

Under general supervision of district Chief Probation Officer, responsibilities include supervising intake staff, matching the service needs of juveniles with out-of-home services in conjunction with the referring probation officer. Work includes the evaluation of juvenile specific programming available in out-of-home services and the oversight and quality assurance of new and existing out-of-home services. Work at this level involves the application of standards; quality assurance of out-of-home services; and research to identify and develop interventions, best practices, and services at the district level. The employee is expected to exercise initiative and judgment in the performance of assigned responsibilities.

This position works closely with probation staff, as well as provider across the state to ensure service access, fidelity and performance outcomes.

Location: 1723 Harney St, Omaha, NE

Travel will be required at times.

Work Schedule: Core hours are Monday–Friday daytime. As part of our 24/7 commitment to community safety, occasional on-call, evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.

Salary and Compensation

• Starting Salary: $69,820.79 annually (Hiring Rate).

Job Duties

1. Supervises subordinate staff by prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; and making hiring, termination and disciplinary decisions.

2. Conducts analysis of provided services, and research to identify and develop interventions, best practices, and services at the district level.

3. Responsible for the distribution of cases, coordinating court appearances, and management information in order to monitor workload.

4. Consults with probation officers and utilizes risk assessment instruments and case staffing to match juveniles with appropriate alternatives to detention based on needs and behaviors.

5. Coordinates with the Juvenile Justice Treatment Specialist/designee to identify, obtain, and resolve issues relative to juvenile services to enhance the use of detention alternatives.

6. Maintains appropriate documentation which supports compliance with federal, state, and local laws; collects and monitors data outcomes; prepares reports, as necessary, and oversees program evaluation.

7. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or genetics. The Judicial Branch complies with Veterans Preference Laws.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related fields

• Experience: 2 years of related program management experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with youth or families—through tutoring, coaching, mentoring, volunteering, or similar roles—is preferred. Experience with Probation, DHHS, NDCS, or related systems.

All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.

Knowledge

• Supervisory principles;

• Applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies, programs and services;

• Case management practices and principles and community resources;

• Best practices regarding risk assessment and intake options;

• Knowledge of issues concerning juvenile justice, and access to services for juveniles;

• Knowledge of Justice System;

• Applicable practices and regulations for legal proceedings;

• Computers and applicable software applications.

Skills

• Managing and evaluating employees;

• Prioritizing and assigning work;

• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;

• Planning, coordinating, monitoring, and prioritizing resource development assignments;

• Consulting and interacting with the court, staff, providers and other stakeholders;

• Developing placement service plans, analyzing assessment instruments, matching service needs and funding options;

• Developing and providing education to staff and other local, state, and national juvenile justice stakeholders;

• Maintaining records and files;

• Operating computers and applicable software applications;

• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.