Parole Agent I — Field Operations (PA District)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full retirement benefits

Civil service position

Job summary

The Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections seeks Parole Agent 1 trainees to supervise offenders released on probation or parole and guide their reintegration into the community. This 12-month trainee program leads to Parole Agent 2 with a salary increase.

The role involves field visits, coordinating with employers and counselors, developing supervision plans, providing court testimony, and referrals to employment, substance use, and mental health services.

Qualifications

• Four years 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.

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

Law enforcement exposure

Social services background

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice

Associate's degree

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

The Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections seeks Parole Agent 1 trainees to supervise offenders released on probation or parole and guide their reintegration into the community. This 12-month trainee program leads to Parole Agent 2 with a salary increase.

The role involves field visits, coordinating with employers and counselors, developing supervision plans, providing court testimony, and referrals to employment, substance use, and mental health services.