Parole & Probation Agent I - Community Safety & Impact

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, seeks candidates for a Parole/Probation Agent statewide. The role focuses on proactive community supervision of supervised individuals, using criminogenic needs-based strategies and coordinating with community resources to promote public safety.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree with 30 credits in social, behavioral, or correctional sciences, and willingness to obtain required certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 30 credits in the social, behavioral or correctional sciences.
• Experience: None.
• Candidates must meet all selection standards as set forth in the Maryland regulations and the Maryland Correctional Training Commission.

Responsibilities

• Communicates in person, by telephone, or by written correspondence with supervised individuals using motivational interviewing techniques.
• Creates and uses a comprehensive supervision case plan outlining strategies, interventions, sanctions, incentives and services.
• Analyzes case information to assess risk, stages of change, and criminogenic needs.
• Uses GPS monitoring and related tools to ensure compliance with supervision conditions.
• Participates in required training to maintain Parole and Probation Agent certification.
• Maintains official records of case activity and prepares communications for courts and related agencies.
• Attends hearings in various courts across Maryland to present information and make recommendations.
• Obtains samples for drug/alcohol testing and assesses progress toward goals.
• Assists victims by identifying resources and supporting their needs.
• Handles additional assignments and office tasks as directed by supervision.

Job description

The State of Maryland, Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, seeks candidates for a Parole/Probation Agent statewide. The role focuses on proactive community supervision of supervised individuals, using criminogenic needs-based strategies and coordinating with community resources to promote public safety.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree with 30 credits in social, behavioral, or correctional sciences, and willingness to obtain required certification.