Probation and Parole Officer I
About The Position
The Kentucky Department of Corrections is hiring Probation and Parole Officers to contribute to community safety and support offenders’ re-entry into society. Officers supervise and counsel offenders, coordinate with enforcement officials, and complete documentation and reporting required by the Court System and Parole Board. The role involves working with convicted felons and may include hazardous situations, such as arresting or transporting violators to appropriate authorities. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and meet applicable federal and state laws for carrying, using, and possessing firearms and ammunition. The position requires successful completion of agency-approved firearms safety training and maintenance of any required licenses, certifications, or credentials. Employees in this classification are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or qualifying experience or military experience substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Must not be prohibited under applicable federal or state law from purchasing, receiving, or possessing firearms or ammunition while employed in this classification.
- Demonstrate firearm competence by successfully completing all firearms safety training courses offered or approved by the hiring agency.
- Maintain any required licenses, certifications, or other credentials for the duration of employment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly motivated and self-directed.
- Able to solve problems involving a range of offender issues, including addiction, behavior, family, housing, and employment.
- Able to reason, solve problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Formulate ongoing supervision plans with offenders.
- Prepare documentation as ordered by the Court System and Parole Board.
- Serve as a liaison between offenders and enforcement officials.
- Testify in court.
- Prepare and maintain reports and records.
- Provide supervision and counsel to offenders.
- Submit and act on arrest warrants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
