Parole Probation Officer-E (9-P11)

State of Michigan•Bellaire, MI

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Parole Probation Officer-E to supervise offenders and assist them in developing new skills for a prosocial lifestyle, ultimately protecting the public. This role involves preparing background reports for sentencing, supervising offenders on community supervision, and managing a caseload that may include specialized populations such as sex offenders, those on electronic monitoring (GPS), or individuals with mental health needs. The position may also involve acting as an embedded agent with local law enforcement, an Institutional Parole Agent, or an Internet Crimes Against Children Agent. The officer must adhere to departmental policies, procedures, and guiding principles. This is a DART (Drug/Alcohol Test Designated) position requiring regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with probationers or parolees. Some Institutional Parole Agent roles may involve significant contact with prisoners. The position requires considerable independent judgment and has a hybrid work option of up to 50% of the pay period after initial in-office training.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, counseling and guidance, child development, sociology, school social work, social work administration, education psychology, family relations, human services, or theology.
Two years of professional experience working with adult offenders equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer, including one year equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer 10.
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major and one year of Department of Corrections' experience (Alternate Education and Experience for Parole/Probation Officer 9).
Possession of a valid driver’s license and the availability of an automobile for business.
Ability to work under stress and hazardous situations.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to maintain favorable public relations.
Must meet ethical standards and report any possible conflict of interest.
Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.
Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

Nice To Haves

Computer skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

Preparation of background reports on offenders convicted in Circuit Court for sentencing determination.
Supervision of offenders placed on community supervision through court-ordered probation or parole.
Supervising a caseload of offenders, which may include sex offenders, offenders on electronic monitoring (GPS), gender-specific caseloads, mentally ill offenders, Interstate Compact cases, or other specialized caseloads.
Acting as an embedded agent assigned to a local law enforcement agency.
Serving as an Institutional Parole Agent.
Working as an Internet Crimes Against Children Agent (ICAC).
Following policy, procedures, Director Office Memorandums (DOM), and Guiding Principles of the Department of Corrections.
Having regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with probationers or parolees.
Completing Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) and additional online training.