Probation and Parole Officer I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Lexington, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is hiring Probation and Parole Officers to contribute to community safety and offenders’ re-entry into society. Officers supervise and counsel offenders, develop supervision plans, prepare court- and parole-related documentation, serve as liaisons with enforcement officials, testify in court, maintain reports and records, and submit and act on arrest warrants. Employees typically work with convicted felons and may encounter hazardous situations, including arresting or transporting violators to proper authorities. Officers must comply with applicable laws on firearms and ammunition and complete agency-approved firearms safety training.

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 be legally eligible to purchase, receive, and possess firearms and ammunition while employed in this classification.
Must demonstrate firearm competence by successfully completing required firearms safety training 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.
Ability to solve problems involving offender issues such as addiction, behavior, family, housing, and employment.
Reasoning ability to solve problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in a fast-paced environment.