Parole Board Specialist I: Risk & Needs Assessor

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Parole Board Specialist I in Frankfort, KY to research offender files and complete risk assessments for parole consideration. The role focuses on detailed file review to determine eligibility and requires strong organizational and communicative abilities.

Responsibilities include handling Parole Guidelines, meeting deadlines, and supporting staff with inquiries. A bachelor’s degree is required, with duties performed in an office setting within a correctional

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Attention to detail and initiative, with ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Complete Parole Guidelines and Needs Risk Assessments for an assigned caseload of 200–350 offenders.
• Meet multiple deadlines each month.
• Assist with phone and mail coverage as needed.
• Enter Parole Board file review decisions on parole eligibility hearings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and oral communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Pressure tolerance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Parole Board Specialist I in Frankfort, KY to research offender files and complete risk assessments for parole consideration. The role focuses on detailed file review to determine eligibility and requires strong organizational and communicative abilities.

Responsibilities include handling Parole Guidelines, meeting deadlines, and supporting staff with inquiries. A bachelor’s degree is required, with duties performed in an office setting within a correctional