Probation & Parole Officer: Entry-Level Investigator

West Virginia; Vineyard Hills (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) in Wheeling, WV, seeks an entry-level probation/parole officer. You will investigate home plans, counsel offenders, and provide continuous supervision for designated caseloads to aid social and personal adjustment of adults with criminal backgrounds.

Responsibilities include preparing various reports, including clemency and post-sentence reports, and collaborating on cross-state investigations.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree or substitution per policy.
• Experience in counseling, law enforcement, or social services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate home plans and prepare reports for the Parole Board and DCR.
• Complete clemency and post-sentence reports as assigned.
• Prepare violation reports for the region and assist in related investigations.
• Conduct cooperative investigations for other states as required.

Skills

Investigations

Counseling

Parole supervision

Criminal justice knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) in Wheeling, WV, seeks an entry-level probation/parole officer. You will investigate home plans, counsel offenders, and provide continuous supervision for designated caseloads to aid social and personal adjustment of adults with criminal backgrounds.

Responsibilities include preparing various reports, including clemency and post-sentence reports, and collaborating on cross-state investigations.