Pre Release Hearing Examiner

Pardons and Paroles, State Board of; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

State Board of Pardons and Paroles is seeking a Pre Release Hearing Examiner to prepare and review parole files, evaluate case information, and summarize findings for parole board consideration.

The role involves applying board guidelines to determine parole release, compiling materials from pre-parole investigations, and serving as Duty Officer after hours and on weekends to ensure agency coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Georgia P.O.S.T. certification required.
• Two years of related experience; or Georgia P.O.S.T. certification with four years in law enforcement or related field; or one year at lower level with certification.

Responsibilities

• File Preparation & Review: maintain parole files and summarize direct rating reports for Parole Board members.
• Board Guidelines Application: review cases to determine parole suitability.
• Summaries: compile pre-parole investigation materials and related documents.
• Duty Officer: serve after hours and on weekends for agency coverage.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Georgia P.O.S.T. certification

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Pre Release Hearing Examiner Agency: State Board of Pardons and Paroles Job Requisition ID: JR0000005925 Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America) Compensation Details: $65,808.19

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• File Preparation & Review: Prepare and maintain comprehensive parole files, gathering and evaluating case information to summarize direct rating reports for Parole Board members.
• Board Guidelines Application: Review cases using Board-established criteria to determine whether offenders can be safely released on parole.
• Summaries constructed by the Criminal Investigator include: Summary of Relevant Correspondence Pre-Parole Investigation materials Parole Review Summary from the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Work materials from the Grid System (including Crime Severity Level, Grid Sheet, and Recommended Months to Serve) Crime details and aggravating/mitigating circumstances pertinent to Board consideration
• Serve as Duty Officer after hours and on weekends to ensure continuous agency coverage for emergency situations.
• Meet with members of general public and family members who inquire about offender parole cases on check on parole status.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, Georgia P.O.S.T. certification, and two (2) years of related experience; or Georgia P.O.S.T. certification and four (4) years of experience in law enforcement or related field; or Georgia P.O.S.T. certification and one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Criminal Investigator 2 (PSP091) or position equivalent.--Note: Some positions may require the incumbent to have a valid Class C driver's license.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.