What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Parole Officer - Omaha Regional Office position at State of Nebraska?
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Hiring Agency :
Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location : Omaha, NE
Hiring Rate : 16.277
Job Posting :
JR2025-00013225 Assistant Parole Officer - Omaha Regional Office (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed) :
Job Description :
Hiring for a male-only position.
Are you an effective communicator who enjoys working with others? Are you interested in a career in public safety or social work? The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services' (NDCS) Community Supervision Services is seeking an Assistant Parole Officer (APO) to provide technical support to the Omaha Regional Office. The position will involve minimal travel around the Omaha area in state vehicles.
Work hours will vary to fit agency need : Monday to Thursday 11am-8pm, Friday 11am-3pm.
Look at what we have to offer!
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
- Military leave
- 156% state-matched retirement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- 79% employer paid health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance plans
- Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
- Wide variety and availability of career advancement
- Meaningful public service - service with a purpose
- Numerous training and development opportunities
DUTIES
Training conducted at the Staff Training Academy, 2320 N 57th St, Lincoln, NE; Lincoln Regional Office, 421 South 9th Street, Suite 220, Lincoln, NE; or conducted remotely. Initial training will be normal business hours.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications : Coursework / training in administrative / office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency OR experience in customer service or public contact; or applying criteria / regulations; and / or performing administrative / office / secretarial support work including use of personal computers and office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications : Associate degree or current courses in criminal justice, communication, or writing composition; demonstrated prior substance abuse or chemical testing training; previous experience working with the offender population.
Other : Hiring for a male-only position. Parolee privacy issue involved in the duty assignments require the position to be filled by male staff members only. Must have a valid driver's license. This position requires travel. Regular and reliable attendance is required. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order : medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit : https : / / statejobs.nebraska.gov / index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. PandoLogic. Keywords : Detention Officer, Location : Omaha, NE - 68182 , PL : 596592560
Salary : $20,000
