Parole Agent 1 - SCI Waymart
About The Position
Would you like to begin a public safety career that makes a difference in the lives of others? As a Parole Agent 1, you will advise inmates in a state correctional institution (SCI) and prepare them for parole hearings. This hands-on trainee role will teach you how to guide and encourage inmates as they become ready to re-enter their communities. Successful completion of the 12-month training period will result in a promotion to Parole Agent 2 with an increase in salary. Apply today to join the Department of Corrections in their mission to promote public safety and reduce recidivism! This position is within the Department of Corrections. This position focuses on advising inmates and preparing them for parole. The role contributes to the smooth operation of parole services across the institution.
Requirements
- Four years of paraprofessional experience which includes two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience; or Two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience, and an associate’s degree; or A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, legal studies, political science, behavioral science, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
- You must be in possession of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- You must obtain CLEAN certification within two months of employment and maintain this certification for the duration of employment in this job.
- Successful completion of the Parole Agent 1 basic training program at the Training Academy in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
- A conditional offer of employment requires review of prior law enforcement employment records as required by Pennsylvania Act 57 of 2020.
Responsibilities
- Conduct interviews and provide guidance to inmates to help them create parole plans
- Examine inmate records and conduct pre-parole investigations to ensure parole plans are acceptable
- Prepare summaries and investigation reports that support decision-making
- Arrange, support, and participate in hearings while ensuring all required documents and security procedures are in place
- Conduct orientation and parole classes to inform offenders about parole processes and policies
- Respond to inquiries from inmates, families, officials, and the public
Benefits
- Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
