Probation and Parole Officer I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Carrollton, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is hiring Probation and Parole Officers to contribute to community safety and support offenders’ re-entry into society. Officers develop supervision plans with offenders, prepare court- and Parole Board-ordered documentation, liaise between offenders and enforcement officials, testify in court, maintain reports and records, provide supervision and counsel, and submit and act on arrest warrants. The role involves working with convicted felons and may include hazardous situations, such as arresting or transporting violators to proper authorities. Employees must comply with applicable federal and state firearm laws, carry and/or use a firearm as required, and successfully complete agency-approved firearms safety training. Employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis under applicable laws.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or qualifying experience or military experience substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must not be prohibited by applicable federal or state law from purchasing, receiving, or possessing firearms or ammunition while employed in this classification.
Must demonstrate firearm competence by successfully completing all required firearms safety training courses offered or approved by the hiring agency.
Must maintain any required licenses, certifications, or other credentials for the length of employment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Highly motivated and self-directed.
Able to solve problems involving offender issues, including addiction, behavior, family, housing, and employment.
Reasoning ability to solve problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in a fast-paced environment.