Probation & Parole Officer — Build Safer Communities

State-of-Missour; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for a position focused on offender supervision, data collection, and reporting. The role involves coordinating with courts and Parole Board, conducting home/work assessments, and contributing to supervision strategies to ensure public safety.

Four or more years of related experience and a valid driver's license are required. The department emphasizes internal promotion and comprehensive benefits packages including retirement,

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience as a Probation & Parole Assistant, Correctional Officer, or Office Support Assistant or above within the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• Four or more years of vocational or paraprofessional experience in social services, probation and parole, corrections casework/custody, law enforcement, guidance/counseling, health, or related fields; possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.
• Earned credit hours from an accredited college/university may substitute for experience at 30 credit hours per year.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offender's home/work/social environments for circuit courts/Parole Board; collects/verifies/evaluates data; prepares reports and records; assesses needs/risk levels to determine supervision strategies.
• Contacts offenders at home/work/confinement and counsels them; attends court to receive assignments and reports.
• Assists in vocational/educational/social adjustment planning; cooperates with public/private agencies; investigates violations; may issue warrants.
• Prepares statistical reports; administers breathalyzer/urinalysis testing; participates in investigations; serves on committees; experience leads to broader supervision.
• Possesses a valid driver's license; completes safety training including defensive tactics.

Skills

Probation & Parole experience

Correctional experience

Driver’s license

Education

Credit hours substitution allowed

Job description

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for a position focused on offender supervision, data collection, and reporting. The role involves coordinating with courts and Parole Board, conducting home/work assessments, and contributing to supervision strategies to ensure public safety.

Four or more years of related experience and a valid driver's license are required. The department emphasizes internal promotion and comprehensive benefits packages including retirement,