Probation & Parole Officer: Drive Community Reentry

State of Oklahoma; Pittsburg (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma seeks a Probation and Parole Officer to supervise offenders in Region I. Responsibilities include assessing criminogenic needs, planning transition services, and monitoring compliance with conditions. The role focuses on reducing re-offending through evidence-based practices and community integration.

The position operates on-site with competitive pay levels, requires a bachelor’s degree, and involves fieldwork, reporting, and collaboration with treatment providers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations pertaining to offenders.
• Ability to manage substantial caseloads and use evidence-based practices.
• Proficiency in report writing and documentation for legal records.
• Willingness to travel for field supervision when required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of adult felons using motivational interviewing and assess criminogenic risk/need.
• Conduct investigations including pre-sentence, interstate, pre-pardon and pre-parole.
• Prepare reports and provide recommendations for the releasing authority.
• Maintain documentation, physical and electronic, of offender caseload and payments.
• Assist in security operations as needed and monitor offender behavior.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Criminogenic assessment

Caseload management

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Two years of correctional experience

Job description

State of Oklahoma seeks a Probation and Parole Officer to supervise offenders in Region I. Responsibilities include assessing criminogenic needs, planning transition services, and monitoring compliance with conditions. The role focuses on reducing re-offending through evidence-based practices and community integration.

The position operates on-site with competitive pay levels, requires a bachelor’s degree, and involves fieldwork, reporting, and collaboration with treatment providers.