Probation & Parole Officer — Transform Lives

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Leave and holidays

Uniforms provided

Training programs

Credit union access

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for a Probation & Parole Assistant supervision support role. You will investigate offender environments, counsel offenders, and assist in coordinating vocational/educational plans to promote public safety and successful reintegration.

Minimum qualifications include four or more years of related experience in the Missouri DOC or related fields, with a valid driver's license; college credits may substitute.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience as a Probation & Parole Assistant, Correctional Officer, or Office Support Assistant in Missouri DOC.
• OR four+ years of vocational or paraprofessional experience in social services, probation and parole, corrections casework/custody, law enforcement, guidance/counseling, mental health, health, substance use, public/business administration, or related fields; must possess a valid driver's license.
• Earned college credits may substitute on a year-for-year basis: 30 earned credit hours for one year.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offenders' home/work/social environments for circuit courts/Parole Board; collects/verifies/evaluates data; prepares reports and records; assesses needs and risk levels for supervision planning.
• Contacts offenders at home or work to counsel on personal/adjustment problems; attends court to receive assignments and make reports.
• Assists in vocational/educational/social adjustment planning; coordinates with public/private agencies and law enforcement; investigates violations.
• Prepares statistical reports of activities; administers tests; assists in special investigations and committees; duties evolve with proficiency.
• Possesses a valid vehicle operator’s license.
• Completes required safety training including defensive tactics and annual re-qualification.

Job description

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for a Probation & Parole Assistant supervision support role. You will investigate offender environments, counsel offenders, and assist in coordinating vocational/educational plans to promote public safety and successful reintegration.

Minimum qualifications include four or more years of related experience in the Missouri DOC or related fields, with a valid driver's license; college credits may substitute.