Parole Examination Specialist #26-137

State of South Carolina; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a professional Parole Examiner to perform probation and parole duties on-site. You will analyze inmate records and provide recommendations to the Board, supporting pre-release planning and ensuring adherence to agency standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 15+ semester hours in social/behavioral sciences and relevant parole experience. Strong coordination with agencies and communities is essential.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work.
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, education, counseling, or related field with at least 15 credit hours in the listed disciplines.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Probation and parole experience

Investigation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree with 15+ hours in social/behavioral sciences

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice/social work/psychology/sociology/education/counseling

Job description

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

• Please note: This is an entirely on-site, in-office position.

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.