Parole/Probation Officer

About the role

Performs professional correctional casework in supervising and managing adult misdemeanor and felony offenders. Provides supervisory and investigative services to offenders placed under supervision by releasing authorities, e.g. Courts, Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision, Interstate Compact, Local Supervisory Authority. Conducts criminogenic risk assessments and develops corresponding case plans for supervision in addition to making referrals to programs to enhance client opportunities for rehabilitation.

Work schedule

Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in criminology, psychology, sociology, or closely related field; or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training. Must be a U.S. citizen; must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license and a good driving record. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation and medical examination.

Required Special Qualifications

Must meet qualifications and obtain a Parole/Probation Basic Certification from the Department of Public Safety and Standards within 18 months of hire. Must be eligible to obtain Law Enforcement Data System Certification within three (3) months of hire. Must meet minimum standards established by OAR 259-008-0010 as a Law Enforcement Officer.

Benefits

- 11 paid holidays per year - 8 hours of vacation earned monthly with increases every 5 years - 8 hours of sick leave earned monthly - 4-5 Personal Leave Days earned each fiscal year (Depends on position; prorated depending on date of hire) - PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions - Full health benefits for the employee and qualified family members with the employee paying only 10% of the premium - Basic life Insurance - employer paid - Optional benefits such as additional life insurance, short term disability, deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses - Qualifying employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Our Community

Polk County is located in the Willamette Valley just an hour from the Pacific Coast to the west and an hour from Portland to the north. The population is approximately 87,000 and the area spans about 744 square miles, with two thirds of the western part of the county being forest. National protected areas include the Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge and Siuslaw National Forest.