Probation/Parole Officer 1 - Low Risk

State of Iowa • Des Moines - 50314 - Polk County, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Fifth District, Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated, skilled Probation/Parole Officer 1 in our Low-Risk Unit. This role involves conducting assessments, preparing reports, communicating with clients and agencies, coordinating resources, and responding to high-stress situations. The caseload will consist of all female clients, but this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in any field.
• A total of two years of education and/or full-time experience in a human services or criminal justice field, where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes 18 months of full-time work as a Residential Officer.

Nice To Haves

• Self-driven
• Flexible and open to change
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate
• Positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments including but not limited to IVVI and DRAOR.
• Prepare and present accurate written and oral reports on clients for the courts, parole board, administrative hearings, in-house staffing’s and outside agencies in compliance with established deadlines.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with the client population (predominantly Level 1 and 2), criminal justice and related agency staff and other involved parties in individual and group settings.
• Coordinate internal as well as external resources to address client risk management and case plans to include responding with a balanced approach of accountability and treatment utilizing evidence-based practices when issues arise.
• Safely and urgently respond in high stress, critical or emergency situations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package
• Retirement Investors Club (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan with employer match)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree