Parole Probation Officer-E (9-P11)

State of Michigan; Escanaba (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Parole/Probation Officer to prepare background reports for offenders and supervise individuals under Court-ordered probation or parole. The role may involve embedded assignments with law enforcement and specialized caseloads.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience with offender supervision, writing skills, and ability to handle stressful situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field.
• 1+ year of experience in probation/parole or related field (as described)
• Knowledge of report writing and interviewing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare background reports on offenders for sentencing decisions.
• Supervise a caseload of offenders under supervision (probation/parole).
• Monitor offenders on electronic monitoring, GPS or other devices as assigned.
• Possibly embedded with a local law enforcement agency or specialized caseloads.
• Follow Department policies, DOMs, and guiding principles.

Skills

Investigating/Interviewing

Good writing

Computer skills

Stress management

Communication

Public relations

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

THIS IS A REPOSTING. YOU DO NOT NEED TO APPLY IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY AS PRIOR APPLCIATIONS ARE STILL BEING REVIEWED.

The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

This position has the ability to be a hybrid position for up to 50% of the pay period. The selected candidate is expected to train in office to assist in learning the position. The length of time will vary based on department training needs.

The employee will be responsible for a variety of job functions related to offenders, coaching to help those under supervision address their needs and learn new skills that lead to a more prosocial lifestyle and ultimately protection of the public. These responsibilities include, but not limited to, the preparation of background reports on offenders convicted in Circuit Court which will be utilized to determine sentences; supervision of offenders placed on community supervision through Court ordered probation or parole from a state correctional facility.

The employee will be required to supervise a caseload of offenders, which may include but is not limited to: sex offenders, offenders placed on a variety of electronic monitoring devices including Global Positioning System (GPS), gender specific, mentally ill, Interstate Compact, or other specialized caseloads as designated by the Deputy Director of Field Operations. The employee may be assigned to act as an embedded agent assigned to a local law enforcement agency, an Institutional Parole Agent, or an Internet Crimes Against Children Agent (ICAC). The employee will follow policy, procedures, Director Office Memorandums (DOM) and Guiding Principles of the Department of Corrections in order to meet the goals of the Department.

This is a position in which the incumbent has regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with probationers, or parolees, and is a DART (Drug/Alcohol Test Designated) position in accordance with Civil Service Rules. Some positions assigned as Institutional Parole Agents may have regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with prisoners more than 50% of the time. Considerable independent judgement is required to carry out assignments that have significant impact on services or programs.

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Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, counseling and guidance, child development, sociology, school social work, social work administration, education psychology, family relations, human services, or theology.

Experience

Parole/Probation Officer 9: No specific type or amount is required.

Parole/Probation Officer 10: One year of professional experience working with adult offenders equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer 9.

Parole/Probation Officer P11: Two years of professional experience working with adult offenders equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer, including one year equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer 10.

Parole/Probation Officer 9: Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major and one year of Department of Corrections' experience.

OR

Education level typically acquired through the completion of high school and one year as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11 or Corrections Shift Supervisor 11; or, two years as a Corrections Field Services Assistant E10, Corrections Medical Unit Officer E10, Corrections Resident Representative E10, Corrections Security Representative E10, Corrections Transportation Officer E10, Resident Unit Officer E10, or Special Alternative Incarceration Officer E10; or, three years as a Corrections Medical Officer E9 or Corrections Officer E9.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Investigating/Interviewing skills.
• Good writing skills are a must.
• Computer skills are desirable.
• Ability to work under stress and hazardous situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to maintain favorable public relations.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have possession of a valid driver’s license and the availability of an automobile for business.

New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.

Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards. As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.

Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form).

Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.

The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration.