JUVENILE PROBATION & PAROLE OFFICER I-IV

The State of New Hampshire; Nashua (NH); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription benefits

Dental plan

FSAs for health and childcare

Retirement plan and 457(b)

Flexible schedules, holidays and leave

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Division for Children, Youth & Families, Southern Nashua District Office, is hiring Juvenile Probation & Parole Officers I–IV. These full-time positions supervise youth, conduct investigations, prepare court reports, and make parole recommendations under supervision.

The role uses the agency's Practice Model to guide daily practice. Candidates must meet education/experience requirements, hold a valid driver's license, and be willing to travel up to 50 miles for

Qualifications

• Education and experience must be in criminal justice, criminology, behavioral science, counseling, cultural anthropology, education, human services, psychology, social work, sociology, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license and access to transportation.
• Must be able to travel to District Offices and/or other work locations up to 50 miles away for temporary assignment or reassignment.
• Must be able to tele-work from home or other sites as assigned.
• Must be able to work overtime or non-traditional hours as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level field work supervising juveniles and prepare investigative reports and recommendations to the court and/or Juvenile Parole Board.
• Conduct investigations and supervise juveniles placed on conditional release or parole.
• Serve as officer of the court regarding juveniles placed on conditional release or parole and report recommendations to the court as required.
• Provide leadership in the juvenile probation and parole program and supervise staff as assigned.

Education

2.5 years education/experience substitute after high school

Criminal justice, criminology, behavioral science, counseling, education, human services, psychology, social work or related field

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

JUVENILE PROBATION & PAROLE OFFICER I-IV (Job ID: 53573)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Health & Human Services

Division for Children, Youth & Families

Southern ( Nashua) District Office

Position #18536

JPPO I- $22.50-$30.02

JPPO II $25.40-$34.14

JPPO III- $28.74-$38.85

JPPO IV-$31.33-$42.60

*Hourly rate listed above includes a one pay-band enhancement above base pay. Wage enhancements are for a specific period of time and are not part of base pay.

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Division for Children, Youth & Families has a full-time vacancy for Juvenile Probation & Parole Officer I-IV

Summary:

Juvenile Probation & Parole Officer I: To perform entry‑level field work by providing support and being responsible for the supervision of offending juveniles. Under supervisory oversight prepares investigative reports and recommendations to the court and/or Juvenile Parole Board in matters of parole or administrative furlough as required. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.

Juvenile Probation & Parole Officer II: To conduct investigations and make recommendations as directed by the court and Juvenile Parole Board and to supervise juveniles placed on conditional release or parole. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.

Juvenile Probation & Parole Officer III: To serve as an officer of the court regarding juveniles placed on conditional release or parole, investigating and reporting recommendations to the court as required. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.

Juvenile Probation & Parole Officer IV: To serve as an officer of the court regarding juveniles placed on conditional release or parole, investigating and reporting recommendations to the court as required. To provide leadership in the juvenile probation and parole program and to directly supervise staff as assigned. Upholds the vision and mission of the agency through utilizing the Practice Model theories, beliefs and principles in daily practice.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 2.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in criminal justice, criminology, behavioral science, counseling, cultural anthropology, education, human services, psychology, social work, sociology, or a related field.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license and access to transportation.

Other Requirements:

1. Must be able to travel to District Offices and/or other work locations up to 50 miles away from the assigned work location for temporary assignment or reassignment to ensure continuity of service to clients.
2. May be transferred to an assessment unit within the State to support the Division’s implementation and sustainability of Juvenile Justice Transformation legislation.
3. Must be able to tele‑work from home or other sites as assigned.
4. Must be able to work overtime or non‑traditional hours as assigned to meet the needs of youth and families.

Trainee Option: Not applicable.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: Must successfully complete thirty (30) hours of DHHS sponsored and/or approved continuing education/training within 12 months of hire.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

• Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes.
• Criteria: 21109003BGA03 (JPPO to Level 4) – Requires satisfactory performance evaluation, no discipline in immediate prior year, up‑to‑date case records, performance‑based recommendation, and completion of Core Training, mentor program and 30 hours of in‑service training.
• Criteria: 21109003BGA04 (JPPO to Level 5) – Requires satisfactory performance evaluation, no discipline in immediate prior year, up‑to‑date case records, proven leadership abilities, performance‑based recommendation and approval of Juvenile Justice Services Field Administrator.
• Criteria: 21109003BGA05 (JPPO to Level 6) – Requires satisfactory performance evaluation, no discipline in immediate prior year, up‑to‑date case records, proven leadership abilities, promotion recommendation approved by Juvenile Justice Services Field Administrator.

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits.
• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value).
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts.
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan.
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan.
• $50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low‑cost group life insurance.
• Incentive‑based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500).

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay.

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964