Parole Services Supervisor 20023083

State of Ohio; Ohio; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Education opportunities

Retirement plan

Job summary

State of Ohio in Defiance County seeks a Parole Services Supervisor to lead a unit of parole officers and support staff. You will direct work priorities, review reports, and ensure compliance with procedures to maintain community safety and program effectiveness.

The role requires extensive training or experience in community corrections, background checks, and collaboration with courts and agencies. Travel is required and a valid Ohio driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• 6 yrs. trg. or 6 yrs. exp. in community corrections incl. report writing and investigations.
• Undergraduate or graduate core in criminology/criminal justice with related experience.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises a unit of parole staff and clerical personnel.
• Determines work priorities and assignments to supervise cases and investigations for community safety.
• Reviews travel authorizations, contact sheets, and timekeeping in KRONOS.
• Reviews reports for content and accuracy; approves leave and overtime requests.
• Interviews, conducts background checks, and makes recommendations for hire; ensures compliance with policies.

Skills

Criminology/Criminal Justice

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Rehabilitation & Correction - Parole and Community

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail]

Work Location: 324 Perry Street, Suite B
Defiance, Ohio, 43512
United States

Compensation: $33.32

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 40

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill: Criminology/Criminal Justice

Who We Are

Guidedby a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the OhioDepartment of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capableof positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as rolemodels for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect inthe treatment of others.

The OhioDepartment of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front linecrime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming effortsprovided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effectivecommunity supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helpingindividuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members ofour communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is looking for a dedicated, security-minded professional to assume the responsibilities of a Parole Services Supervisor in Defiance County.

To learnmore about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov.

What You’ll Do

• Directly supervises a unit consisting of senior officer(s), parole officers and clerical staff.
• Determines work priorities, give work assignments (i.e. distribution of new supervision cases & investigations), staff cases & reviews all recommendations concerning supervision cases to ensure community safety.
• Reviews & approves travel authorization and contact sheets (working hours and accountability).
• Reviews written reports for content & accuracy.
• Approves requests for leave, overtime and comp. time requests, and employee time in KRONOS.
• Reviews & approves work products (investigation & supervision reports).
• Identifies needs & establishes training goals for unit.
• Conducts &/or arranges for training opportunities (i.e. On-the-Job & In-Service).
• Completes & conducts timely performance evaluation reviews.
• Conducts investigations & presents at pre-disciplinary hearings of alleged staff misconduct.
• Initiates discipline action.
• Conducts staff meetings.
• Interprets & disseminates policies, procedures & programs.
• Interviews & conducts pre-employment background investigations as assigned.
• Interview applicants & makes recommendations for hire.
• Ensures direct supervision of parolees & probationers by officers, verifies & updates offender information in CCIS, and/or all applicable supervision portals.
• Routinely checks FOT (Field Officer Tools) for accuracy and compliance.
• Reviews & approves recommendations for sentencing, rehabilitation plans, supervision terminations & the collection of supervision fees.
• Presents violation hearings as needed.
• Establishes & maintains working relationships with courts/judges, task force agencies, other law enforcement organizations and ODRC partners.
• Ensures and verifies that ORAS assessments and case plans are completed.
• Responsible for developing and implementing a quality assurance plan for their unit which includes observations, file reviews, ORAS system reviews and documentation for ORAS and evidence-based supervision practices.
• Updates & compiles monthly & ad hoc statistical reports/CCIS as needed.
• Collects & maintains documentation for ACA & internal management audits.
• Responds verbally or in writing to requests & inquiries.
• Assists Regional Administrator in developing community resources.
• Develops & maintains community relations through partnerships & cross training with other agencies.
• Attends meetings, conferences, & training.
• Participates on committees, teams & workgroups.
• Responds to offender grievances & correspondence.
• Completes special assignments as directed by Regional Administrator.
• May be required to carry & maintain proficiency in use of firearm &/or pepper spray.
• May be on call 24 hours per day as Parole duty officer.
• Travel required.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license.

Additional Information

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

This position is also subject to Federal Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation:

The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:

• Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
• Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
• Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
• Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior (example: individuals convicted of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.)

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS & Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

6 yrs. trg. or 6 yrs. exp. in community corrections to include report writing, offender treatment referrals, offender service delivery & participation in corrections/criminal justice agencies operations & investigations 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. providing work direction &/or training valid Ohio driver's license.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, sociology, social work, psychology or related field 48 mos. trg. or 48 mos. exp. in community corrections to include report writing, offender treatment referrals, offender service delivery & participation in corrections/criminal justice agencies operations & investigations 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. providing work direction &/or training valid Ohio driver's license.

-Or completion of graduate core program in criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, sociology, social work, psychology or related field 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in community corrections to include report writing, offender treatment referrals, offender service delivery & participation in corrections/criminal justice agencies operations & investigations 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. providing work direction &/or training valid Ohio driver's license. 12 mos. exp. as Senior Parole Officer, 69812 valid Ohio driver's license.

-Or equivalent evidence of Minimum Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Criminology/Criminal Justice

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.