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 the re-entry of offenders into society. Officers formulate ongoing supervision plans with offenders, provide supervision and counsel, prepare documentation requested by the Court System and Parole Board, and serve as liaisons between offenders and enforcement officials. The position also involves testifying in court, maintaining reports and records, and submitting and acting on arrest warrants. Employees typically work with convicted felons, which may involve hazardous situations, including arresting and transporting violators to proper authorities. Officers must comply with applicable firearm laws, carry or use a firearm as required, and successfully complete agency-approved firearm safety training. Employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis under applicable state or federal laws.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or qualifying experience or military experience substituted for the required 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 job classification.
- Must demonstrate firearm competence by successfully completing required firearm safety training courses offered or approved by the hiring agency.
- Must maintain any required licenses, certifications, or other credentials throughout 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.
- Must comply with applicable state and federal laws concerning carrying, using, and possessing firearms and ammunition.
- Must not use medical cannabis while employed in this position.
Responsibilities
- Formulate ongoing supervision plans with offenders.
- Prepare documentation as ordered by the Court System and Parole Board.
- Act as a liaison between offenders and enforcement officials.
- Testify in court.
- Prepare and maintain reports and records.
- Provide supervision and counsel for offenders.
- Submit and act on arrest warrants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
