Community Corrections Supervisor - Field Services

State of Iowa • Cedar Rapids - 52404 - Linn County, IA

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About The Position

The Community Corrections Supervisor is with the Iowa Department of Corrections – Sixth District, which encompasses Jones, Johnson, Linn, Iowa, Tama, and Benton counties. The position supervises Probation Parole Officers in the Linn County field services unit and contributes to district leadership, service quality, and community safety. The department values integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail, with a focus on transforming lives and promoting community safety.

Requirements

• Meet at least one of the following minimum qualifications: graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field and four years of full-time work experience in human services, criminal justice, or corrections; a total of eight years of education and/or full-time experience as described above, with 30 semester hours of accredited college or university coursework equaling one year of full-time experience; or current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes six months of full-time work as a Probation/Parole Officer 3.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate subordinate employees and effectively recommend personnel actions related to hiring, performance, leave of absence, grievances, work schedules, and assignments.
• Review casework and conduct audit reviews for quality assurance.
• Serve on the district’s leadership team, attend scheduled meetings, and participate in decision-making.
• Collaborate with other supervisors on culture and practice and lead implementation of initiatives.
• Participate in statewide initiatives, programs, and projects related to service implementation and evaluation.
• Collaborate with local service providers and justice system partners to identify and address gaps in service delivery.
• Provide input on development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of the district’s field services budget.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, with no cap on accrued sick leave hours
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• IPERS retirement package and option for deferred compensation
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Free life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee Discount Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager