Probation and Parole Officer - District 17

About the role

The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. This position involves investigating offender's home/work/social environments, collecting/verifying/evaluating data, assessing needs/risk levels, and submitting reports to legal authorities. It also includes contacting offenders, assisting in vocational/educational/social adjustment planning, and performing various administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offender's home/work/social environments for circuit courts/Parole Board
• Counsels offenders regarding personal/adjustment problems
• Attends court to receive court assignments/make reports
• Aids in vocational/educational/social adjustment planning for assigned offenders
• Cooperates with public/private agencies and law enforcement agencies
• Investigates offender violations and takes appropriate action
• 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

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license
• Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year

Skills

Must possess the ability to drive a vehicle and complete safety training including defensive tactics. Must be able to re-qualify annually.

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

The Department of Corrections offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years!

Schedule

The Department of Corrections offers a variety of shifts, including those that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, which may qualify for additional differentials.