What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parole/Probation Officer 1 position at Lane County?

Parole & Probation Officer : Be a Key Player in Rehabilitation and Community Safety!

Parole & Probation Officer 1 - $29.60 - $38.87 / hourly

Parole & Probation Officer 2 - $32.68

42.90 / hourly

About the Position

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? We're looking for dedicated Parole & Probation Officers to join our team. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in supervising and guiding individuals transitioning back into the community. You'll work closely with various authorities like Courts, the Board of Parole, Department of Corrections, and more, ensuring a seamless and effective supervision process.

Key Responsibilities :

Supervise individuals under parole or probation, ensuring compliance with all conditions.

Conduct thorough investigations and risk assessments.

Collaborate with releasing authorities and local supervisory bodies.

Develop and implement effective rehabilitation strategies.

Provide crucial input for parole and probation decisions.

About the Division

The mission of Community Justice and Rehabilitation Services (CJRS) is to contribute to public safety by reducing risk, creating opportunities, and working to make positive changes in lives directly affecting the impact to the community, victims and offenders by holding justice involved youth and adults appropriately accountable for their behavior.

Schedule : 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm Monday - Friday Shifts may vary.

This position is represented by FOPPO

Parole / Probation Officer 1

Training :

Equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or a related field.

Experience :

At least one year of responsible experience providing services to individuals in criminal justice, counseling, social services or a related field.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Parole / Probation Officer 2

Training :

Equivalent to the completion of a bachelor's degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or a related field.

Experience :

Two years of responsible experience providing services to individuals in criminal justice, counseling, social services or a related field. One year of this experience must have been in corrections or law enforcement.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Special Certification and License Requirements :

Possession of a current Oregon driver's license at the time of appointment is required.

Candidates for Parole / Probation Officer 1 must successfully apply for and be issued Parole / Probation certification with the Oregon Board on Public Safety Standards and Training within one year of appointment.

Candidates for Parole / Probation Officer 2 must possess this certification at the time of appointment.

Special Requirements :

Written exam.

Thorough background check required for this position.

Psychological evaluation.

Medical exam.

Cover Letter Requirements :

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME FOR THIS POSITION.

If not attached, your application will not be considered.

Successful candidates will demonstrate competency in the following areas : Communication Skills; Officer Safety; Conflict Resolution; Responsiveness; Decision Making; Problem-Solving; Emotional Intelligence; Ethics and Leadership; and understand the needs of our Diverse Community. Lane County Parole and Probation is looking for balanced candidates who show good judgment, establish and maintain effective personal and working relationships, and are able to prepare and present effective written and oral reports.

In a cover letter, please include up to four pages addressing the following statement, highlighting specific experience, responsibilities, and skills obtained :

Tell us about your work experience related to both problem solving and communication.

Please ensure that your cover letter explicitly addresses this statement and describes your experience performing the responsibilities described. Your cover letter will be reviewed independently from your application and resume.

Parole & Probation Officer Special Requirements & Disqualifying Factors

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Salary : $39 - $43

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