Parole/Probation Officer

Polk County • Dallas, OR

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs professional correctional casework in supervising and managing adult misdemeanor and felony offenders. Provides supervisory and investigative services to offenders placed under supervision by releasing authorities, e.g. Courts, Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision, Interstate Compact, Local Supervisory Authority. Conducts criminogenic risk assessments and develops corresponding case plans for supervision in addition to making referrals to programs to enhance client opportunities for rehabilitation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in criminology, psychology, sociology, or closely related field; or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation and medical examination.
• Must meet qualifications and obtain a Parole/Probation Basic Certification from the Department of Public Safety and Standards within 18 months of hire.
• Must be eligible to obtain Law Enforcement Data System Certification within three (3) months of hire.
• Must meet minimum standards established by OAR 259-008-0010 as a Law Enforcement Officer.

Nice To Haves

• Additional DPSST certifications (may be eligible for differential pay).
• Bilingual skills (may be eligible for 5% bilingual differential pay).

Responsibilities

• Supervising and managing adult misdemeanor and felony offenders.
• Providing supervisory and investigative services to offenders placed under supervision by releasing authorities.
• Conducting criminogenic risk assessments.
• Developing case plans for supervision.
• Making referrals to programs to enhance client opportunities for rehabilitation.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 hours of vacation earned monthly with increases every 5 years
• 8 hours of sick leave earned monthly
• 4-5 Personal Leave Days earned each fiscal year
• PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions
• Full health benefits for the employee and qualified family members with the employee paying only 10% of the premium
• Basic life Insurance - employer paid
• Optional benefits such as additional life insurance, short term disability, deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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