JOB LOCATION

14999 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1563

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces
  
  

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Hiring range: $23.81 - $29.76/hour

The deadline to submit applications is Wednesday, May 28th, 2025. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screening of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine a qualified pool of applicants exists, this position may be closed without notice.

Applicants must submit both a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this position.

The Program Specialist plans, develops, coordinates, gathers statistics, and processes documentation for the Probation Department’s Victim Notification Program, Useful Public Service, Moral Reconation Therapy, Community Service Programs, and court-ordered classes. The position also provides essential support to the Probation Division in the Municipal Court.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides victim notification after the offender has been sentenced to Probation
• Coordinates and oversees referrals to the Useful Public Service and Moral Reconation Therapy Programs
• Coordinates and oversees the Community Service Program and provides court ordered class referrals
• Maintains computerized statistics on all programs
• Coordinates and oversees the In-Home Detention Program and notifies the Probation Officer and/or the City Attorney’s Office of any substantial violations
• Responsible for gathering Discovery for the City Attorney’s Office on all Probation cases scheduled for court
• Assist with applications for financial assistance program in Probation
• Cross train with other administrative positions within the Probation Department
• Performs additional duties as assigned
• Will handle CJIS related information
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  
  

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience working in a probation, court or office setting
• Knowledge of the Colorado Victim Rights Statutes
  
  

Preferred Qualifications: None

Knowledge:

• Advanced computer skills
• Municipal probation functions
  
  

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong skill in written and verbal communications
• Strong skills in preparing and executing presentations
• Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors
• Computer and application-based skills
  
  

Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Interact with individuals of varying social, cultural, economic, professional and educational backgrounds
• Compile and analyze statistical data and prepare related reports
• Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner
  
  

Licenses And Certifications Required:

• Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) certification required within six (6) months of hire.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Essential duties performed primarily in an indoor office, public area setting or court room environment.
• This position requires your duties to be performed in person as it is not eligible for remote work unless authorized by the Court Administrator.
• Ability to work any hours Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Light physical work that involves moving no more than 10 pounds at a time
• Clear vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens
  
  

Work Environment:

• Works primarily indoors but may work outdoors assisting with a program or outreach events in varying weather conditions
• This position requires your duties to be performed in person and is not eligible for remote work, unless authorized by the Court Administrator.
  
  

Equipment Used:

• Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel
• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
  
  

For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, And Employment References:

As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.