PROBATION/PAROLE OFFICER 2* - 10062026-81422

State of Tennessee

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 49,000 - 61,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Job summary

State of Tennessee invites applications for a Probation/Parole Officer 2 in Memphis, TN. The position supports TDOC’s mission of public safety, accountability, and rehabilitation by managing caseloads, conducting investigations, enforcing release conditions, and collaborating with court and community partners.

Officers use sound judgment and professional practices to advance offender progress and respond to noncompliance. Completion of required training is provided; benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional level experience in probation/parole, counseling, social work, investigative or legal fields.
Graduate coursework or related experience may substitute for education/experience as described in the notice.
Full-time related professional experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
This position requires completing the TDOC Academy and online training upon appointment.

Responsibilities

Independently manage an active caseload and maintain offender records and monthly documentation.
Conduct home, vehicle, and personal searches as required by TDOC policy to ensure compliance.
Interview offenders regularly to evaluate progress and ensure adherence to conditions.
Prepare and deliver pre-hearing and pre-release investigations; testify in court when needed.
Utilize state, local, and federal databases to obtain updated offender information.

Skills

Probation/parole domain knowledge

Interviewing

Investigation

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/06/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information. Opening Date/Time 10/06/2026 12:00AM Central Time. Closing Date/Time 10/19/2026 11:59PM Central Time. Salary (Monthly) $4,057.00 - $5,078.00. Salary (Annually) $48,684.00 - $60,936.00. Job Type Full-Time. City, State Location Memphis, TN. Department Correction.

LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION: SHELBY COUNTY

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year of full-time professional level experience in one or more of the following: probation/parole, counseling, social work, investigative, or legal experience.

Substitution of Experience for Education: Full-time relevant professional experience, to include law enforcement experience, may be substituted for the bachelor's degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Substitution of Graduate Course Work for Experience: Graduate course credit received from an accredited college or university in social science, behavioral science, criminal justice, criminology, social work and/or law may be substitute for the required experience to a maximum of one year (e.g., an additional 36 graduate quarter hours in one or a combination of the above listed fields may substitute for one year of the required experience).

Substitution of Experience for Education: Full-time related professional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. This includes law enforcement experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Applicants for this class must:

Be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons;
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age on the date of application;
Be a citizen of the United States;
Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation;
Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority;
Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority;
Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check;
Have no conviction for a felony or any domestic assault convictions or have been discharged under any other than honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces;
Pass a physical examination administered by a licensed physician that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position;
Pass a psychological evaluation administered by a licensed mental health professional that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position;
Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs;
Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment;
Upon appointment, successfully complete all additional prescribed course of instruction at the Tennessee Correction Academy and any and all on-line training.

Examination Method:

Education and Experience,100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview

The Probation/Parole Officer 2 serves as a crucial member of the Tennessee Department of Correction, helping individuals safely and successfully return to their communities while upholding TDOC¿s mission of public safety, accountability, and rehabilitation. This role independently manages a caseload of probationers and/or parolees, conducts professional investigations, enforces conditions of release, and collaborates with criminal justice and community agencies statewide. Officers at this level apply sound judgment, proven correctional practices, and strong communication skills to support offender progress and respond appropriately to noncompliance. This is the working-level class in the Probation/Parole Officer series. Officers have progressed beyond entry-level training and are entrusted with full responsibility for caseload oversight, offender assessment, and decision-making within established TDOC policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Independently manage an active caseload and maintain complete, accurate offender records, reports, and monthly documentation.
Conduct home, vehicle, and personal searches as required by TDOC policy to ensure offender compliance.
Interview offenders regularly to evaluate progress, reinforce goals, and ensure adherence to probation/parole conditions.
Prepare and deliver pre-hearing and pre-release investigations; testify in court regarding offender backgrounds and recommended conditions.
Utilize state, local, and federal databases to obtain updated offender information or incident history.
Build strong working relationships with judges, court personnel, law enforcement, and community organizations that impact offender supervision.
Promote a respectful, positive work environment through effective communication and professional interactions with colleagues and offenders.
Request arrest warrants when necessary and determine appropriate next steps for treatment, services, or interventions.
Address offender complaints promptly in accordance with TDOC policies.
Investigate significant incidents involving offenders or staff, determine reporting needs, and guide offenders through safe decision-making.
Use validated assessment tools to determine offender risk levels and identify required services.
Develop appropriate sanctions for offender noncompliance and create clear transitional accountability plans outlining expectations for release.
Monitor offenders to ensure they meet all conditional release requirements and provide structured guidance aimed at long term success.