Parole Examination Specialist #26-098

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of South Carolina's Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services seeks a Probation and Parole Examiner for 40 hours/week to perform professional duties, analyze inmate/applicant records for parole eligibility, and prepare case summaries.

The role requires a bachelor's degree with 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science and experience in probation and parole work, with preferred qualification of knowledge in pre-parole investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social/behavioral science and experience in probation and parole work.
• Some experience with pre-parole investigations and/or parole examinations.

Responsabilités

• Perform professional level probation and parole functions, including Parole Examiner duties.
• Analyze records of inmates/applicants eligible for parole or discretionary release programs.
• Make recommendations to the Board and assist with pre-release preparations.
• Compile investigations and case summaries, accurately and concisely according to policy.
• Initiate and maintain contact with agency and community contacts to ensure quality standards.
• Utilize computer systems to update parole and pardon case summary packets.

Connaissances

Probation and parole experience

Case management systems

Formation

Bachelor's degree with 15 semester hours in social/behavioral science

Outils

Computer systems

Description du poste

Job Responsibilities

40 hours per week Is responsible for performing any one or a combination of professional level probation and parole functions to include Parole Examiner functions, conducting investigations, oversight of Board related functions. Analyzes the records of all inmates/applicants who are eligible for parole or other discretionary release programs. Makes appropriate recommendations to the Board and assists with pre-release preparations. Compiles investigations and case summaries, as assigned, in an accurate, concise and quality manner according to agency policy and approved standards. Initiates and maintains contact with agency and community contacts regarding needed changes to ensure quality standards are met. Utilizes available computer systems to make needed adjustments to the parole and pardon case summary packets.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, education, counseling, or other social/behavioral science or a bachelor’s degree which includes at least 15 credit hours in the aforementioned disciplines. Some experience with pre-parole investigations and/or parole examinations.

Additional Comments

40 hours per week

SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Law Enforcement Officers policy

Law Enforcement Officers of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face or throat/front of the neck, or the area of the chest that would be visible while wearing approved attire are prohibited; tattoos below the wrist, except for a single band tattoo on one finger of either the right or left hand are prohibited. Non-sworn employees of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face are prohibited. Do you understand the SCDPPPS’ tattoo policy?