Probation & Parole Officer — Transform Lives & Communities

State of Missouri; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Cafeteria plan

Paid holidays

Leave accrual

Uniforms provided

Training programs

Credit union access

Direct deposit

Wellness initiatives

529 College Savings

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a qualified individual for positions such as Probation & Parole Assistant or related roles. Responsibilities include researching offender environments, assisting in supervision, and coordinating with courts and agencies.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in relevant fields, hold a valid driver's license, and are prepared for training and shift differentials. The department emphasizes internal promotion and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience as a Probation & Parole Assistant, Correctional Officer, or Office Support Assistant or above within the Missouri Department of Corrections.
• OR Four or more 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 experience closely related to the listed responsibilities; AND possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offender’s home/work/social environments for circuit courts/Parole Board; collects/verifies/evaluates data; incorporates into reports and records; assesses needs/risk levels to determine appropriate supervision strategies to ensure effective offender management/public safety; and submits reports thereof to designated legal authorities
• Contacts offenders in their homes, places of employment or confinement and counsels them regarding personal/adjustment problems; attends court to receive court assignments/make reports
• Assists in vocational/educational/social adjustment planning for assigned offenders; cooperates with public /private agencies and law enforcement agencies; investigates offender violations; takes appropriate action including issuance of a warrants
• Prepares statistical reports of activities; administers/observes breathalyzer/urinalysis testing; assists in special investigations/research projects/other activities; serves on committees/task forces within the Department and community; performs other related work as assigned; as employee becomes more experienced/demonstrates proficiency, levels of supervision become more general
• Possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license

Job description

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a qualified individual for positions such as Probation & Parole Assistant or related roles. Responsibilities include researching offender environments, assisting in supervision, and coordinating with courts and agencies.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in relevant fields, hold a valid driver's license, and are prepared for training and shift differentials. The department emphasizes internal promotion and offers comprehensive benefits.