District Field Training Officer - Alamance County

Salary : $41,655.00 - $72,897.00 Annually

Location : Alamance County, NC

Job Type : Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : 25-03261

Department : Adult Correction

Division : Operations

Opening Date : 03 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 14 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

Job Class Title : Probation / Parole Field Training Officer

Position Number : 65034751

Section : Community Supervision

Salary Grade : NC10

Description of Work

INTERNAL POSTING

This position is only open to current Department of Adult Correction's employees and employees with active RIF rights.

The Department of Adult Correction, Division of Community Supervision has an exciting opportunity for a current Probation / Parole Officer (PPO) with two years of PPO experience, as we are currently recruiting for a Probation / Parole Field Training Officer position in Judicial District 15 - Alamance County . The Field Training Officer must reside within 30 miles of the assigned county within 90 days of their start date.

The mission of Community Supervision is to protect the safety of citizens in communities throughout the state by providing viable alternatives and meaningful supervision to offenders on probation, parole, or post-release supervision. The primary goal of Community Supervision is to reach an equal balance of control and treatment for offenders that will positively affect their behavior and lifestyle patterns.

Probation / Parole Field Training Officer (FTO) based in a District Office will report to the Judicial District Manager. This professional work is performed as an Officer of the Court where the selected applicant will function as a lead Probation and Parole Officer. The successful candidate shall have extensive knowledge of structured sentencing and how it applies to Community Supervision as well as knowledge of local and regional community resources to address the placement of monitored offenders. The candidate will also have a working knowledge of the available tools and sanctions to target offender needs.

The position will provide training and guidance to new Probation and Parole Officers within the district, and additional training to veteran staff as needed or requested. Training will consist of techniques for case management, counseling of offenders with a wide variety of sanctions (such as split-sentence, electronic house arrest, substance abuse treatment), conducting in-depth risk / needs assessments, developing case plans, identifying when to use incentives and consequences and judiciary practices and procedures, and other DAC / DCS training initiatives.

The responsibilities will include the following :

• Maintain proficiency with a variety of software applications to include OPUS, CSAS, ICOTS, FMS, AOC and MS Office applications in order to train and perform data entry and research regarding offenders.
• Train officers how to serve on the Electronic House Arrest Response Team (EHART) and serve on call when situations warrant.
• Carry a caseload when called to do so.
• Exercise good judgment and independence in training staff.
• Work flexible hours to include days, nights, weekends, emergency response, and on-call availability and may require some overtime.
• Train officers on effective offender contacts at the offender's home and / or workplace, including warrantless searches.
• Planning daily work operations for new hires and themselves, setting priorities, scheduling, and establishing deadlines.

If selected to interview, you will be expected to make a job-related training presentation to the interview panel. Your presentation should be no longer than five (5) minutes. You may select your own presentation, for example, Carey Guides or a Risk Needs Assessment Summary.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with .As of January 1, 2025, there are new increase adjustments to the state's pay plans which were approved by the State Human Resources Commission. Effective January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $41,655.00 - $72,897.00. Prior applicants will remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

Note to Current State Employees :

The salary grade for this position is NC10 . State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase or decrease MAY result.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review attachments in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click on this Link for additional information.

To qualify for this position, the required experience must be described ALL within your body of work experience on the application :

Management Preferences :

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. Visit NC OSHR experience guide for more details.

Must have a bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a North Carolina Probation / Parole Officer. There is no equivalency for the four- year degree requirement based on N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

Necessary Special Requirements :

Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.

The Division of Community Supervision (DCS) is responsible for overseeing supervision of adult offenders on probation, parole, or post release. The DCS mission is to ensure public safety while helping offenders make positive changes and successfully complete their supervision. DCS collaborates closely with the NC Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission, the court system as well as other state agencies, and community partners, particularly those addressing mental health, substance use, and re-entry issues faced by our returning citizens. DCS is also responsible for the supervision of offenders who transfer from other states through the Interstate Compact program and has oversight of the Community Service Work Program.

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to the education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact the Division HR Technician at 984-204-2522.

NOTE : For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments : There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments : Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work / week for participation.

Applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience", and "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job vacancy and announcement in order to be deemed qualified. I understand that my application MUST reflect a complete work history and include all education and certifications / credentials. A resume is not a substitution for a completed application. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are considered a part of the application, and the answers are used in the screening process and that all questions must be answered completely and accurately.

If selected for this position, the salary range offered will be within the posted salary range of $36,682- $64,194. Are you willing to accept a salary in this range? Note : Answering "No" to this question will result in your application being withdrawn from further consideration for this position.

Probation / Parole Field Specialists must live within 30 miles of the county to which assigned. If selected, are you able to be in compliance with this policy within 90 days of your start date?

Are you currently employed by the State of North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) with at least two years as a North Carolina Probation / Parole Officer?

Do you possess a General Instructor's Certificate?

Are you or have you ever been an Adjunct Trainer?

If selected to interview, you may be asked about your experience in reference to the questions below and your use of tools may be verified with the Case Plan Ended Action Step and Delegated Authority reports. Do you have experience applying the principles of evidence-based practice in your daily activities?

Do you have experience using worksheets to address the criminogenic needs, specifically : Carey Guides, Thinking reports, BITS tools and / or, Decisional Balance?

Do you have working knowledge of the offender supervision strategies and their appropriate application, treatment services and accessing community resources?

Do you have any experience teaching Carey guides, Case planning, JR, Motivational Interviewing, SRG (Security Risk Group) or other Sustainability training teams in the District?

Required Question

Salary : $36,682 - $64,194