Community Supervision Ofc 1

Georgia Department of Revenue•Conyers, GA

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

This Job is located in the Rockdale Circuit (Conyers). This posting is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool or candidate has been selected. Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community? Do you want to make a lasting impact on a person’s life? Are you someone looking for flexibility and the ability to work in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) office environment? The Department of Community Supervision (DCS) provides team members with the opportunity to do just that! DCS is a nationally recognized leader in the field of community supervision. Our innovation and use of technology is what sets us apart from other community supervision agencies. We pride ourselves on being the largest law enforcement agency within the state of Georgia with the great responsibility of monitoring, coaching, and providing opportunities for successful outcomes for individuals under parole and probation supervision. At DCS, our motto is “One Officer, One Family, One Community”. Additionally, as an integral part of the criminal justice system, you will serve alongside Local, State, and Federal agencies to promote public safety. DCS offers the most up-to-date and specialized training and provides opportunities for growth within our agency. Our commitment to evidence-based practices is pushed forward by our pursuit of “next practice” innovations that will enable us to continuously improve our contribution to the lives of those we serve. DCS leverages technology in order to offer employees a flexible schedule and a “hybrid” (virtual and in-person) work environment. As a State of Georgia employee, you will receive 13 paid holidays per year and accrue annual and sick leave monthly. The DCS employee wellness program allows up to 3 hours per week for physical fitness activities in order to put our employees on the path to good health. Come join our team!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND must meet the prerequisites and complete the Basic Community Supervision Officer Training certification.
Note: Occupants in this job are, by law, considered to be peace officers. Applicants must meet the legal requirements for peace officers as prescribed by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).
Positions require applicants to be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver's license, and meet the legal requirements for peace officers as prescribed by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (Georgia P.O.S.T.).

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications above, also possess two or more of the following:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university 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.
One (1) year of experience working effectively with diverse populations while maintaining professional boundaries in a professional, academic, or volunteer setting.
Conducted interviews, intakes, or assessments as part of your professional or academic experience.

Responsibilities

Effectively manages a caseload (creates a case plan; conducts surveillance in the community; enforces probation and parole conditions; investigates violations; provides linkage to community resources; makes referrals and case recommendations)
Prepares, reviews, and maintains case files (performs background checks, DNA testing, drug testing, fingerprinting, and photographing for new cases; writes detailed case notes and prepares reports; completes sentence computation and early terminations)
Works in close cooperation and provides assistance to counselors and treatment providers; conducts screenings and assessments (substance use and mental health).
Builds and maintains relationships with community stakeholders.
Conducts interviews; prepares testimony and testifies in court and parole revocation hearings.
Conducts arrests and searches in the office and field.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Must successfully complete POST-required Basic Community Supervision Officer Training (BCSOT) that will require shooting and carrying a weapon, Taser qualifications, OC spray qualifications, among other expectations of the job duties required by POST. Requires medical clearance. Must successfully complete the Field Training Officer (FTO) Program