Community Supervision Ofc 1

Georgia Department of Revenue•Americus, GA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Community Supervision is hiring a Community Supervision Ofc 1 for the Southwestern Circuit, covering Lee, Macon, Schley, Stewart, and Webster Counties. The role supports public safety by monitoring, coaching, and providing opportunities for successful outcomes for individuals under parole and probation supervision. The position works alongside local, state, and federal agencies and uses evidence-based practices and technology in a hybrid virtual and in-person environment. The position requires wearing a department-provided uniform, badge, and firearm. The selected candidate must successfully complete POST-required Basic Community Supervision Officer Training (BCSOT), including shooting and carrying a weapon, taser and OC spray qualifications, and other job-related requirements. Medical clearance and successful completion of the Field Training Officer (FTO) Program are also required. Occupants are legally considered peace officers and must meet Georgia P.O.S.T. requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Meet the prerequisites and complete Georgia P.O.S.T.-required Basic Community Supervision Officer Training (BCSOT).
Be at least 21 years of age.
Have a valid driver's license.
Meet the legal requirements for peace officers prescribed by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council.
Obtain medical clearance and successfully complete the Field Training Officer (FTO) Program.
Successfully meet POST training requirements, including shooting and carrying a weapon and taser and OC spray qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, social work, public administration, or a closely related field.
Internship, practicum, or volunteer experience in probation, parole, corrections, law enforcement, social services, or a related human services setting.
Knowledge of evidence-based supervision practices and basic case management principles.
Experience preparing written reports, case notes, or legal documentation.
At least one year of experience working effectively with diverse populations while maintaining professional boundaries in a professional, academic, or volunteer setting.
Experience conducting interviews, intakes, or assessments in a professional or academic setting.
Organization, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload by creating case plans, conducting community surveillance, enforcing probation and parole conditions, investigating violations, linking individuals to community resources, and making referrals and case recommendations.
Prepare, review, and maintain case files, including conducting background checks, DNA testing, drug testing, fingerprinting, and photographing for new cases; writing case notes and reports; and completing sentence computations and early terminations.
Work with counselors and treatment providers and conduct substance-use and mental-health screenings and assessments.
Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders.
Conduct interviews, prepare testimony, and testify in court and parole revocation hearings.
Conduct arrests and searches in the office and field.
Perform other related duties as assigned.