Senior Parole & Probation Specialist — Reentry & Release

State of Nevada (NV); Lovelock (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety in Lovelock, NV seeks a Parole & Probation Specialist III to support offender release planning at Lovelock Correctional Center, collaborating with Nevada Department of Corrections staff. The role involves close work with field offices and daily engagement with inmates to ensure safe transitions back into the community.

You will review criminal history and records, develop individualized release plans, coordinate with law enforcement and service providers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year paraprofessional/technical experience in researching and verifying information; OR high school diploma and three years’ related experience; OR one year in Nevada Parole & Probation Specialist II; OR equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Research offender histories and prepare comprehensive release plans.
• Review criminal histories, institutional records, and disciplinary reports to inform release decisions.
• Coordinate with courts, parole boards, and service providers for compliance and community reintegration.
• Prepare and audit case files and monthly reports; maintain accuracy and timelines.
• Monitor offenders and provide testimony or documentation for hearings as required.

Skills

Research

Case management

Interviews

Report writing

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Department of Public Safety in Lovelock, NV seeks a Parole & Probation Specialist III to support offender release planning at Lovelock Correctional Center, collaborating with Nevada Department of Corrections staff. The role involves close work with field offices and daily engagement with inmates to ensure safe transitions back into the community.

You will review criminal history and records, develop individualized release plans, coordinate with law enforcement and service providers, and