Probation & Parole Officer — Build Safe, Strong Communities

State of Missouri; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Missouri State Employee Retirement

Deferred compensation plan

Paid holidays

Paid leave (10 hours monthly)

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for a Probation & Parole Assistant-like role in Liberty, MO. The position involves evaluating offenders' environments, counseling on personal issues, coordinating with agencies, and supporting supervision strategies to ensure public safety.

Minimum qualifications emphasize years of experience in corrections or related fields and a valid driver's license; college credit substitution is allowed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four or more years of experience as a Probation & Parole Assistant, Correctional Officer, or Office Support Assistant or higher within the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• Four or more years of vocational or paraprofessional experience in social services, probation/parole, corrections, law enforcement, guidance/counseling, mental health, health, substance use, public/business administration, or closely related fields; AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.
• Earned college credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offender's home, work, and social environments; collects, verifies and evaluates data; prepares reports for designated authorities.
• Contacts offenders in homes, workplaces or confinement and counsels them on personal and adjustment issues; attends court for assignments.
• Assists in vocational, educational, and social adjustment planning; coordinates with public and private agencies and law enforcement; investigates offender violations.
• Prepares statistical reports; administers breathalyzer/urinalysis testing; participates in investigations and research; serves on committees.
• Requires possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
• Completes safety training including defensive tactics and re-qualification annually.

Job description

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for a Probation & Parole Assistant-like role in Liberty, MO. The position involves evaluating offenders' environments, counseling on personal issues, coordinating with agencies, and supporting supervision strategies to ensure public safety.

Minimum qualifications emphasize years of experience in corrections or related fields and a valid driver's license; college credit substitution is allowed.