Specialized Parole Officer - Lincoln

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

16d•$29

About The Position

Make a difference in your community as a Parole Officer! We're looking for someone who enjoys motivating others, excels at communication, and is dedicated to supporting successful re-entry for individuals, contributing to the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) mission of "Keep people safe." Let us point out our benefits! • 13 paid holidays • Vacation and sick (24 days your first year, accruing immediately) • Military leave • 156% state-matched retirement • Tuition reimbursement • Employee assistance program • 79% employer paid health insurance plans • Dental and vision insurance plans • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government • Wide variety and availability of career advancement • Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose! • Numerous training and development opportunities DUTIES Provide supervision to a caseload of parolees and adult sex offenders on lifetime supervision. Conduct validated risk assessments, placement investigations, and home visits. Counsel and assist offenders in adjusting to the community. Develop offender case plans based on criminogenic needs and conduct cognitive classes for parolees. Collaborate with employers, institutional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys, and treatment providers regarding behavior and treatment of offenders. Conduct violation investigations, searches, drug testing, and arrests. Testify in court and at the Parole Board hearings. Prepare reports and maintain case files. Cover an assigned territory. Travel will be required. Monday - Friday 8:30-16:30, one late night a week 12:00-20:00, and one weekend day a month. Training will be held at the Staff Training Academy in Lincoln, NE and at the Lincoln Regional Office. Daily travel around Lincoln and surrounding communities will be required as caseload dictates.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in corrections, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, social work, counseling, public administration or a related field.
Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
This position requires travel.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Work schedule will include one weekly late night and one weekend day per month.
Will serve as On Call Officer on a rotational basis.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Applicant accepting a job offer must pass the following exams in this order: medical exam and, at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test.
Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services, or related field.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to adapt to various situations.
Experience working with individuals in the criminal justice system, community resources, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision to a caseload of parolees and adult sex offenders on lifetime supervision.
Conduct validated risk assessments, placement investigations, and home visits.
Counsel and assist offenders in adjusting to the community.
Develop offender case plans based on criminogenic needs and conduct cognitive classes for parolees.
Collaborate with employers, institutional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys, and treatment providers regarding behavior and treatment of offenders.
Conduct violation investigations, searches, drug testing, and arrests.
Testify in court and at the Parole Board hearings.
Prepare reports and maintain case files.
Cover an assigned territory.
Travel will be required.