Probation & Parole Officer - Impactful Community Justice

Lincoln County; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

11% County contribution to 401(k)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

County Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Job summary

Lincoln County Community Justice is seeking a Parole and Probation Officer to assist the team in investigating, supervising, counseling, and directing adult offenders in accordance with agency mission and statutory requirements. Duties include court testimony, assessments, and coordination with treatment resources.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent substitution) and may demand certification such as DPSST; Oregon Driver's license is required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; substitution possible with education/experience or certified law enforcement training.
• 2 years’ experience in criminal justice may substitute for education on a per-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, supervise, counsel and direct adult offenders.
• Arrest, detain, search, and transport offenders.
• Provide investigative services and testify in court.
• Conduct offender risk/needs assessments and case planning.
• Monitor offender compliance and progress; collect urine samples.
• Coordinate treatment and community resources; liaise with agencies.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Use of Force

CJIS clearance

Parole and Probation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CIS/OMS system

Job description

Lincoln County Community Justice is seeking a Parole and Probation Officer to assist the team in investigating, supervising, counseling, and directing adult offenders in accordance with agency mission and statutory requirements. Duties include court testimony, assessments, and coordination with treatment resources.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent substitution) and may demand certification such as DPSST; Oregon Driver's license is required within 30 days of hire.