Parole Agent 1 - Philadelphia District Office

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Parole Agent 1 trainee for the Philadelphia District Office. You will learn to supervise individuals on probation or parole and assist their successful reintegration into the community. Successful completion leads to Parole Agent 2 with higher pay and responsibilities.

The position emphasizes field operations, community outreach, and coordinated treatment planning, with a path to career advancement within the Department of Corrections.

Qualifications

• Four years of paraprofessional experience which includes two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience.
• Two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience, and an associate's degree.
• A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, legal studies, political science, behavioral science, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Field Operations: Utilize a state vehicle to meet with parolees where they live and work.
• Community Outreach: Coordinate with parolees' employers, counselors, and family members to provide support and evaluate progress.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and update supervision plans based on individual needs.
• Case Guidance: Help parolees and probationers address personal challenges that affect their transition.
• Agency Referrals: Refer individuals to programs that assist with employment, substance use, mental health, and other needs.
• Court Participation: Provide testimony and information during court proceedings related to supervision and compliance.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Social services

Law enforcement

Two years in related field

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Associate's degree

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

Salary

$56,541.00 - $86,022.00 Annually

Location

Philadelphia County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-57908-46030

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR Prl Philadelphia District

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

46030

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

FOP Lodge 92

Bargaining Unit

G4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00117200

Bureau / Division

Philadelphia District Office

Worksite Address

Please see description of work section.

Contact Name

Michelle Novak

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a rewarding career in law enforcement that offers professional growth? If so, become a Parole Agent 1 and help guide individuals who are rebuilding their lives. This hands-on trainee role will teach you how to supervise offenders who were released on probation or parole to serve the remainder of their sentence in the community. Successful completion of the 12-month training period will result in a promotion to Parole Agent 2 with an increase in salary. Apply today to join the Department of Corrections in their mission to promote public safety and reduce recidivism! NOTE: Senate Bill 411 merged the Department of Corrections and the Board of Probation and Parole. This position is within the Department of Corrections.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on learning how to supervise individuals on probation or parole as they work toward successful adjustment in the community. As a Parole Agent 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Field Operations: Utilize a state vehicle to meet with parolees where they live and work
• Community Outreach: Coordinate with parolees' employers, counselors, and family members to provide support and evaluate progress
• Treatment Planning: Develop and update supervision plans based on individual needs
• Case Guidance: Help parolees and probationers address personal challenges that affect their transition
• Agency Referrals: Refer individuals to programs that assist with employment, substance use, mental health, and other needs
• Court Participation: Provide testimony and information during court proceedings related to supervision and compliance

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work schedule and hours are to be determined. You will work holidays and weekends as required.
• You must be willing to travel.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• This posting may be used to fill multiple positions within the Philadelphia District Office at one of the locations below. Your actual work location will be determined based on operational needs.
• Philadelphia District Office, 2630 North 13th Street, Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA 19132
• Northeast Division, 1318-24 West Clearfield Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132
• Northwest Division, 334 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
• County Wide Division, 2630 North 13th Street, Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA 19132
• West Division, 5828 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132
• Re-Entry / Specialized Division, 2630 North 13th Street, Suite 100, Philadelphia, PA 19132
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of paraprofessional experience which includes two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience; or
• Two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience, and an associate's degree; or
• A bachelor\'s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, legal studies, political science, behavioral science, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C driver\'s license or equivalent.
• You must obtain CLEAN certification within two months of employment and maintain this certification for the duration of employment in this job.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Parole Agent 1 basic training program at the Training Academy in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet CJIS requirements.
• A conditional offer of employment requires review of prior law enforcement employment records as required by Pennsylvania Act 57 of 2020.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center.
• Your score is based on the information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or your score may be lower than deserved or you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.