Probation & Parole Officer: Transform Lives & Communities

State-of-Missour; Kennett (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Annual leave accrual

Retirement plan

Job summary

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for positions within its offender supervision and casework teams. The role focuses on evaluating home/work environments, counseling offenders, coordinating with public and private agencies, and preparing detailed reports for courts and authorities.

Successful applicants will have 4+ years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and may substitute college credits for experience.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience in probation, parole, corrections casework or related fields.
• Experience in social services, law enforcement, or public administration is acceptable.
• Must possess a valid vehicle operator’s license.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offender environments and compiles data for reports and records.
• Counsels offenders at home, work, or confinement; attends court as needed.
• Assists in vocational/educational planning and coordinates with agencies and law enforcement.
• Prepares statistical reports; administers testing and participates in investigations and committees.
• Maintains supervision and reporting standards as proficiency grows.

Skills

Probation & Parole experience

Public safety mindset

Education

Accredited college credits substitute for experience

Job description

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking qualified candidates for positions within its offender supervision and casework teams. The role focuses on evaluating home/work environments, counseling offenders, coordinating with public and private agencies, and preparing detailed reports for courts and authorities.

Successful applicants will have 4+ years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and may substitute college credits for experience.