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Victim Advocate – Special Victims Unit with a focus on Sexual Assault Advocacy Full Time Position FLSA Status: Non-exempt Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide advocacy to victims of crime on behalf of St. Joseph County and the State of Indiana -- primarily in cases involving sexual assault but may include cases with child victims or victims of domestic/ family violence in both the…
Position: Postpartum Support Group Facilitator St. Joseph County Department of Health – CARE Unit Opening Date: July 22, 2024 Closing Date: Until Filled Salary: Negotiable based on credentials Location: 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, IN 46601 – 8th Floor Status: Contracted The role of the postpartum peer support group facilitator is crucial within the St. Joseph County Department of…
Position: Assistant Detention Shift Supervisor Opening Date: 7/11/2024 Closing Date: Until Filled Salary: $48,514/year Department: Probate Court-Juvenile Justice Center Location: Juvenile Justice Center Status: Full-time Job Category: POLE (Protective Occupations, Law Enforcement) FLSA Status: Non-exempt Description: To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to…
A Group II Equipment Operator for the Highway Division, is responsible for operating vehicles, repairing roadways, hauling materials, and performing related maintenance and strenuous manual labor duties as assigned under direct and indirect supervision. Essential Functions: A Highway Employee drives various vehicles, including, single axle and tandem axle trucks, trailers, semi-tractor…
Construction Supervisor Infrastructure, Planning and Growth Public Works 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., M-F DATE WRITTEN: May 2023 DATE REVISED: July 2024 STATUS: Full-time FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily. The requirements listed
Position: Substance Abuse Counselor Department: Community Corrections Location: 4161 Lathrop Street – South Bend Status: Part Time Job Category: PAT (Professional, Administrative, Technological) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Description:
Department: DuComb Center Community Corrections Location: 4161 Lathrop St – South Bend, In 46619 Status: Full Time Description: Incumbent serves as Detention Officer/Work Release for the Community Corrections, responsible for maintaining security and order within the detention facility. Incumbent is responsible for supervision of offenders in a work release environment utilizing…
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Incumbent serves as Cook for the St. Joseph Community Corrections, responsible for preparing meals for residents, staff, and guests Essential Functions: Prepares food indicated on menus provided for detainee and employee food service and special functions in accordance with production schedules. Schedules food preparation to meet serving times; assures that food is delivered to the serving…
Position: Cook Opening Date: 7/1/2024 Closing Date: Until Filled Salary: $37,044/year Department: St. Joseph Probate Court Location: JJC Status: Full Time Job Category: LTC (Labor, Trades and Crafts) FLSA Status: Non-exempt Description: Incumbent serves as a Cook for the St. Joseph Probate Court/JJC, responsible for preparing meals for inmates, staff, and guests. This position is full…
Description: This position is full-time, non- exempt and is covered under the Saint Joseph County Employee Policy Manual. Essential Functions: Customer service, answering phones, taking payments, updating cases in Case Management system, scanning, filing, paperwork and, other tasks assigned by Supervisor. Working with Odyssey and Incite systems.
Position: Receptionist Opening Date: 10/25/23 Closing Date: Open until filled Salary: $17.81/hr Department: DuComb Center Location: 4161 Lathrop St, South Bend, In Status: Full Time Hourly Job Category: PAT (Professional, Administrative, Technological) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Description: Incumbent serves as Receptionist for the Community Corrections, responsible for answering…
Incumbent serves as Detention Officer for the St. Joseph Probate Court/Juvenile Justice Center, responsible for providing care and security for residents at the St. Joseph Probate Court/Juvenile Justice Center. Meeting the physical and emotional needs of all residents. Possessing the ability to perform any tasks necessary and requested for the overall operation of the agency. Essential
Position: Highway Engineer Department: Infrastructure, Planning, & Growth Location: St. Joseph County Status: Full-Time Salary: Up to $95,172 annually Job Category: PAT (Professional, Administrative, Technological) Description: To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty…
Incumbent serves as a Correction Officer for St. Joseph County Jail, responsible for assisting County employees and overseeing recruitment activities. Summary: Supervise inmates in the St. Joseph County Jail in accordance with established policies, regulations, orders, and procedures by performing assigned duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Corrections Officer include…
Supervises inmates in the St. Joseph County Jail in accordance with established policies, regulations, orders and procedures by performing the required duties. Essential Functions: Observes inmate conduct and behavior. Takes necessary actions to prevent disturbance and escapes. Inspects all security measures for function ability. Conducts inmate searches for contraband. Observes and supervises…
The St. Joseph County Prosecutor’s Office in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking an attorney to join its Traffic & Misdemeanor Division. Our new deputy prosecutor will become part of a busy office of 23 attorneys with a significant focus on professional development. We are looking for someone with an analytical mind and excellent oral skills who enjoys working closely with other attorneys. The St…
Position: Health Promotion Specialist – CARE Unit St. Joseph County Department of Health Opening Date: April 18, 2024 Closing Date: Until Filled Salary: Up to $52,500/year Location: 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, IN 46601 – 9th Floor Status: Full Time Job Category: PAT (Professional, Administrative, Technological) FLSA Status: Non-exempt Incumbent serves as Health Promotion…
Job Description: Serves as Supervisor of CASA Volunteers/Staff Advocate for the St. Joseph County Court Appointed Special Advocate Program (CASA), responsible for supervising activities of department volunteers and serving as a child advocate. Essential Functions 1. Supervision of CASA volunteers who are assigned by the Probate Court to advocate for the best interests of a child who has…
Position: Court Bailiff Salary: $38,074 Department: Superior Court Location: Felony Court South Bend Status: Full Time Job Category: COMOT (Computer, Office Machine Operation, Technician) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Description: This position is full-time, non-exempt and is covered under the Saint Joseph County Employee Policy Manual. Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Shift Times: Monday through…
Position: Secretary Department: Finance Location: Probate Court Status: Full Time Salary: $37,044/ year Job Category: COMOT (Computer, Office Machine Operation, Technician) FLSA Status: Non-exempt Description: To perform this position successfully,
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Arraignments Full Time Position FLSA Status: Exempt Salary: $74,740 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct criminal case prosecution in court proceedings on behalf of St. Joseph County and the State of Indiana, including the following duties: Gather and…
Position: Lead Maintenance Tech – Jail Department: Maintenance Location: Jail Status: Full-time Salary: $44,273 Job Category: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Description: This position is full-time non-exempt and is covered under the Saint Joseph County Employee Policy Manual. …
Position:Juvenile Probation Officer Opening Date: 6/14/2024 Closing Date: Until Filled Salary: Based on Judicial Conference of Indiana Salary Schedule Department: Probate Court/JJC Location: Juvenile Justice Center Status: Full time Job Category: SO (Special Occupation) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Description: To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each…
Position: Public Defender ________________________________________________________________________ Opening Date: June 5, 2024 Closing Date: Until Filled Salary: Department Scale Department: Public Defender Location: Juvenile Justice Center FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position: Seasonal Driver/Mower Opening Date: April 2, 2023 Closing Date: Until Filled Salary: $18.45/hour Department: Infrastructure, Planning & Growth – Highway Location: Varies Status: Temporary – Part-time