Employment Opportunities

This is a professional level position assigned to the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Family Division, Juvenile Section.  The Probation Officer is responsible for carrying out the mandates of the “Juvenile Act” contained in the Judicial Code (Title 42-Chapter 63) and the Rules of Juvenile Court procedure relating to the care, guidance, control, trial, placement and commitment of delinquent children. This individual’s responsibilities include conducting investigations, completing reports and making recommendations to the court, reviewing and examining complaints and charges of delinquency or dependency for the purpose of considering the commencement of proceedings under the Act. This individual must know, understand and implement the Balanced and Restorative Justice philosophy (BARJ) by routinely engaging assigned caseload in BARJ activities.

• Bachelor’s degree with major course work preferably in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field with a background of at least 18 credits in the behavioral or social sciences and possess a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience or a Master’s degree with major course work preferably in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or related field with a background of at least 18 credits in the behavioral or social sciences and possess one (1) year of relevant work experience. 
• Knowledge of the “Juvenile Act” and the juvenile justice system, knowledge of the social factors and causes of social maladjustment of juveniles and adults, knowledge of current social economic, legal and health problems and recourses, knowledge of individual and group behavior.
• Effective written and verbal communication, ability to problem solve, work independently and demonstrate solid counseling skills.
• Ability to deal with stress associated with position/environment.
• Act 33/34 Clearance, FBI Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Driver’s License/Insurance.
• Work non-traditional hours and be on call 24 hours a day. 

• Supervise and assist juveniles placed on probation or in protective supervision or care by order of the Court or other authority of law.
• Make appropriate referrals to private or public agencies of the community where assistance is needed or desired.
• Gather, evaluate, document and maintain data pertinent to individual cases in connection with both investigation and supervision.
• Coordinate with public/private community agencies to clarity and address client’s needs and enhance strengths.
• Prepare court reports, attend and present information at hearings. 

Standard health and fringe benefits plans available for full-time position.  This includes health; dental; life, accident, and disability insurance plans; sick leave and vacation benefits.

After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online.  Please include a cover letter and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below.  If you have any additional documents (i.e., transcripts, certifications, etc.) that can’t be uploaded, please mail or fax them to the address below.  You may also complete an application in person at the address below on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Family Division, Juvenile Section
Juvenile Probation
Family Law Center
Administration, 2^nd Floor-Suite 215
550 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA  15219

This is a professional level position assigned to the Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania, Criminal Division, Pretrial Services. The Bail Investigator’s primary responsibilities will be completing bail investigations, making recommendations to the Court, working both in the Allegheny County Jail and the Pretrial main office, and all duties related to bail modifications, revocations, supervision and failure to appear warrants.

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*  Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a Criminal Justice or Social Services field.
*  Master’s degree in a related field is beneficial, but not required
*  Knowledge of PA criminal justice system, and knowledge of the policies and practices of the Pretrial Services Department is preferable
*  Ability to carry out multi-dimensional tasks and problem solve, with accuracy critical to the recommendation of bail on the case
*  Ability to work and communicate effectively and appropriately with court and government officials, other agencies, offenders and the public
*  Ability to work and conduct interviews in a professional manner
*  Ability to gather and research information and prepare formal reports for the Court
*  Ability to think, make professional judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations
*  General computer skills and Word/Excel familiarity
*  Knowledge of pretrial risk tools
*  Ability to travel between various office sites and locations throughout the county and state as required
*  License Requirements: PA driver’s license, Act 33 clearance and criminal background check

* Perform work in the computer systems that are essential for completing bail unit work (CPCMS, MDJS, JNET, ASAP, Pretrial Database, Adult Probation Database, Juvenile Database, Anytrax)
*  Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date case records in the Pretrial Database
*  Interview and verify pretrial information gathered for bail setting purposes
*  Present information to the Court both in written form and in person
*  Make appropriate recommendations during court sessions
*  Gather and evaluate data pertinent to the individual cases in connection with both investigation and supervision
*  Perform other clerical duties as required

Standard health and fringe benefit plan available. This includes health; dental; life, accident, and disability insurance plans; sick leave and vacation benefits.

Applications are submitted online until the posting is closed, February 27, 2026. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online.  Please include a cover letter and resume, which may be uploaded or sent to the address below.  If you have additional documents that can’t be uploaded, please mail or fax them to:

Fifth Judicial District of Pennsylvania
Court Human Resources Office
350 Frick Building
437 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA  15219
Fax: 412-350-5897