Probation and Parole Officer - District 16

About the role

The Missouri Department of Corrections is dedicated to transforming lives through its employees, who provide essential support to individuals in the criminal justice system. Our mission is to equip these individuals with the skills needed to reintegrate successfully into society.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offender's home/work/social environments for circuit courts/Parole Board;
• Collects/verifies/evaluates data;
• Incorporates into reports and records;
• Affirms needs/risk levels to determine appropriate supervision strategies;
• Sends reports 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;
• Aids in vocational/educational/social adjustment planning for assigned offenders;
• Collaborates with public/private agencies and law enforcement agencies;
• Investigates offender violations;
• Takes appropriate action including issuing warrants;
• Prepares statistical reports of activities;
• Administers/observes breathalyzer/urinalysis testing;
• Aids 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.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license;
• Successful completion of safety training including defensive tactics and the ability to re-qualify annually.

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;
• 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;
• Possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and computerized systems is preferred.

Benefits

• Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan;
• Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family);
• Paid life insurance;
• Long-term disability insurance;
• Cafeteria plan;
• Paid holidays;
• 10 hours annual leave per month;
• 10 hours sick leave per month;
• Uniforms provided when required;
• Pre-service and in-service training;
• Access to credit union;
• Direct deposit of paycheck (required);
• Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives;
• MOST 529 College Savings Program.

Pay

Guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years!

Schedule

Shift differentials are available contingent upon position and facility type.