Probation and Parole Officer - District 9 Satellite

About the role

The Missouri Department of Corrections is dedicated to transforming lives through its employees, who provide support and resources to individuals in the criminal justice system. The department aims to help these individuals reintegrate successfully into society, focusing on public safety and community contribution.

Responsibilities

• Investigates offender's home/work/social environments for circuit courts/Parole Board
• Collects/verifies/evaluates data and 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
• Cooperates with public/private agencies and law enforcement agencies
• Investigates offender violations and 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
• May perform supervisory duties based on experience and proficiency

Requirements

• Valid vehicle operator’s license
• Completion of safety training including defensive tactics
• 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 communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of criminal justice systems
• Proficiency in computer applications

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

• $2.00 per hour shift differential for shifts between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am at 24/7 congregate care facilities
• $0.75 per hour medium security or $1.50 maximum security differential for full-time work at qualifying facilities
• $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential for posts within restrict housing/segregation units

Schedule

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

Benefits

• Promotion from within for employees looking for distinctive career paths