COMMUNITY SUPERVISION OFFICER III

State of Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas seeks a Community Supervision Officer III in Fayetteville to manage high-risk offender caseloads, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with community supervision policies.

You will mentor junior officers, coordinate with law enforcement and service providers, and promote offender rehabilitation through evidence-based practices. This role emphasizes teamwork, fieldwork, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in criminal justice, social work, public administration, psychology, or a related field.
• Promotion is discretionary and based on performance and organizational needs.
• Licensure/Certifications: N/A; substitutions may apply for all or part of basic requirements, except certification/licensure requirements, upon approval.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a high-risk offender caseload and conduct risk assessments.
• Develop case plans using evidence-based practices and monitor compliance.
• Conduct field visits, employment verifications, and home inspections to ensure adherence to supervision requirements.
• Investigate violations, determine appropriate responses, and coordinate with courts or parole boards.
• Prepare detailed reports, violation notices, and testimony for court hearings.
• Serve as mentor for lower-ranking officers and collaborate with law enforcement, treatment providers, and mental health professionals.

Job description

Position Number: 22179469
County: Washington
Posting End Date: 9/4/26 Anticipated Starting Salary: $61,523.00 Location: Area 1 Probation and Parole - Drug Court - Fayetteville The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders. All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law. Position Information Job Series: Community Law Enforcement - Career Path

Classification: Community Supervision Officer III

Class Code: SCL04P

Pay Grade: LES04

Salary Range: $61,523 - $91,054

Job Summary The Community Supervision Officer III is the highest-ranking non-supervisory officer responsible for managing high-risk offender caseloads, mentoring junior officers, and ensuring compliance with Arkansas state laws and community supervision policies. This position requires advanced expertise in offender supervision, case management, and risk assessment.

Primary Responsibilities

Oversee a complex caseload of high-risk individuals, including violent offenders, repeat offenders, and those requiring intensive supervision. Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop case plans tailored to offender needs, utilizing evidence-based practices. Monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions, including restitution, treatment programs, and community service. Conduct field visits, employment verifications, and home inspections to ensure offender adherence to supervision requirements. Investigate violations of supervision conditions, determine appropriate responses, and recommend necessary actions to courts or parole boards. Make arrests when necessary for supervision violations and coordinate with law enforcement agencies on offender monitoring. Prepare and submit detailed reports, violation notices, and testimony for use in court hearings. Ensure adherence to all state laws, department policies, and ethical guidelines related to community supervision. Serve as a senior resource and mentor for lower-ranking officers, providing training, guidance, and case strategy recommendations. Partner with law enforcement, community organizations, treatment providers, and mental health professionals to promote offender rehabilitation. Connect supervised individuals with vocational training, education programs, substance abuse treatment, and mental health services. Participate in task forces, advisory boards, and community engagement initiatives to improve public safety. Maintain accurate and comprehensive case files, reports, and documentation related to offender progress and compliance. Utilize case management software and risk assessment tools to track offender behavior and supervision status.

Knowledge And Skills

Strong ability to manage complex, high-risk caseloads and apply critical thinking in supervision decisions. Experience in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques. Knowledge of criminal behavior, recidivism prevention strategies, and rehabilitation programs. In-depth understanding of Arkansas criminal justice laws, probation and parole policies, and court procedures. Ability to interpret legal documents, enforce supervision conditions, and ensure compliance with state regulations. High ethical standards, confidentiality awareness, and professionalism in all interactions. Experience in policy development, procedural improvements, and interagency collaboration. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, delivering testimony, and coordinating with stakeholders. Strong ability to build rapport with offenders, law enforcement, judicial officials, and community partners. Effective negotiation, mediation, and crisis intervention skills. Proficiency in case management software, risk assessment tools, and state reporting systems. Strong organizational skills to prioritize cases, manage documentation, and meet deadlines. Detail-oriented approach to ensuring accurate record-keeping and case analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

At least two years of experience in criminal justice, social work, public administration, psychology, or a related field.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.