Parole Agent I – Pittsburgh District (Field Ops)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Parole Agent 1 trainee to learn supervision of offenders released on probation or parole. The role includes field operations, community outreach, and treatment planning, with a pathway to Parole Agent 2 after a 12-month program.

Successful completion advances salary and responsibilities. The position requires travel, background checks, and completion of Parole Agent 1 training in Elizabethtown or nearby locations; telework is not available.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, legal studies, political science, behavioral science, or related field

Associate’s degree in a related field

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Parole Agent 1 trainee to learn supervision of offenders released on probation or parole. The role includes field operations, community outreach, and treatment planning, with a pathway to Parole Agent 2 after a 12-month program.

Successful completion advances salary and responsibilities. The position requires travel, background checks, and completion of Parole Agent 1 training in Elizabethtown or nearby locations; telework is not available.