Probation/Parole Officer 1

State-of-Iow; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

IPERS Retirement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Corrections seeks a Probation Parole Officer 1 to guide clients through reentry, reduce the risk of reoffending, and work within a multidisciplinary team. You will apply motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies to foster personal growth and pro-social behavior, with an emphasis on safety and ethical conduct.

As a direct service provider, you will observe client interactions, support case managers, address individual needs including trauma and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree.
• Two years of education and/or full‑time experience in a human services or criminal justice field, where thirty semester hours equals one year of experience.
• 18 months of full‑time work as a Residential Officer in the state executive branch.

Responsibilities

• Direct service provider with clients focusing on eliciting and supporting pro-social behaviors and reducing reoffending.
• Observe and assess client behaviors and interactions; work with case managers to achieve client goals.
• Employ motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies to facilitate lasting transformation.
• Respond to emergencies with safety and appropriate defensive tactics.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative and independent judgment

Education

Associate degree

Two years education/experience in human services or criminal justice

18 months experience in state executive branch as Residential Officer

Job description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in dynamic and demanding situations?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a key player in preparing clients for successful reentry into society as a Probation Parole Officer 1 at the Iowa Department of Corrections.

Hours: This is a variable schedule position. The hours are generally Monday-Friday, 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Eventually this position will require rotating weekend mornings (estimated 1 weekend per month) to cover pretrial interview requirements for Saturday and Sunday coverage. Weekend duties will rotate with other pretrial staff with weekend hours starting when this part of the program is operational (anticipated in 1-2 years).

As a Probation Parole Officer 1, you will be a direct service provider with clients. You will play an essential role in eliciting and supporting pro-social behaviors, with a focus on programming that fosters personal growth and reduces the risk of reoffending.

We value initiative and independent judgment, and you will be part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to observe and assess client behaviors and interactions. Your exceptional communication skills and ability to build quality relationships with clients will be essential in driving positive change.

You’ll be trained to employ effective behavior change techniques, such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral strategies, to facilitate lasting transformation.

Your dedication to client welfare extends to supporting case managers and clients in achieving their goals, considering individual needs, disabilities, trauma, and cultural responsiveness. Safety is paramount, and you will be prepared to respond to emergencies using appropriate defensive tactics and life‑saving measures.

We value integrity, ethical conduct, and attention to detail in all aspects of our work, and we invite you to become an integral part of our team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting community safety.

What We Offer

We have a competitive total compensation and benefit package for all our full‑time employees, including:

• Annual salary ranging from $50,960.00 to $76,190.40, depending on experience
• Paid time off including vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave hours that you can accrue
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
• IPERS Retirement package and option for deferred compensation
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Free Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee Discount Programs

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E‑Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E‑Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate’s degree in any field.
2. A total of two years of education and/or full‑time experience in a human services or criminal justice field, where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full‑time experience.
3. Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes 18 months of full‑time work as a Residential Officer.