Rural Alaska Probation Officer (Field & Office)

Corrections; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Department of Corrections in Nome, AK seeks an Adult Probation Officer to supervise and manage adult offenders under probation and parole. The role involves office meetings, interviews, risk/needs assessments, urinalysis, referrals for treatment, and field contacts including offender transports.

Officers ensure compliance with court and parole conditions, with training and certification required for advancement within the Probation Officer series.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
• Four years of paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, corrections, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement.
• All Adult Probation Officer levels require training and certification for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage adult felony offenders under probation or parole.
• Conduct office meetings, interviews, risk/needs assessments, urinalysis tests, and provide referrals for treatment.
• Perform field contacts, offender transports, and document information for supervision.
• Ensure offender compliance with court/parole conditions and report violations.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Integrity

Adaptability

Organizes Information

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Alaska Department of Corrections in Nome, AK seeks an Adult Probation Officer to supervise and manage adult offenders under probation and parole. The role involves office meetings, interviews, risk/needs assessments, urinalysis, referrals for treatment, and field contacts including offender transports.

Officers ensure compliance with court and parole conditions, with training and certification required for advancement within the Probation Officer series.