Probation & Parole Officer I-II

Pay Range - Depending on certifications, appointment to this position could be as a Probation and Parole Officer I or II:
Probation and Parole Officer I $36.43 - $46.48
Probation and Parole Officer II $42.17 - $56.51 (Must be DPSST Certified for Probation and Parole at time of hire)

Washington County Community Corrections is now hiring a highly collaborative and supportive individual to join our team as a Probation and Parole Officer (PPO). An essential function of this role will be supporting a caseload of people from various backgrounds. A successful candidate must possess lived and/or professional experiences working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.

About the Department
Washington County Community Corrections serves an important role in keeping our community safe. This department works to prevent the recurrence of crime among adult Justice Involved Individuals (JIIs) by holding them accountable to the conditions of their supervision while supporting their efforts to live successfully in the community. Community Corrections supervises approximately 2,800 individuals using a range of evidence-based strategies while working in partnership with the Courts, Police Agencies, and the Oregon State Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision. Community Corrections is eager and committed to hiring individuals that reflect the various communities of Washington County, which will strengthen and bring improvements to the way we serve the community. As a commitment to your growth and professional development, Community Corrections leadership encourages and supports the success of all our employees through training, mentoring, and coaching.

Duties of this position include:

1. Interviews adult justice involved individuals (JIIs) on probation or parole to assess offender needs and risk; assesses social, emotional, and economic status; refers JIIs to community agencies as needed; provide guidance to JIIs on probation/parole procedures, personal problems, and establishment of personal goals and plans; and confers with JIIs' families and collateral sources of information.
2. Maintains regular contact with JIIs and monitors their activities; provides continuing assessment and intervention according to the JIIs' needs and progress; monitors progress in meeting probation/parole conditions such as fines, restitution, enrollment in drug or alcohol treatment programs; and contacts service agencies, employers, and JIIs' families.
3. Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment; enforces a safe workplace; establishes a culture of teamwork and communication; creates a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion and actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.
4. Writes reports related to compliance and confers with courts on JIIs; reports violations and changes in status; and writes early termination and bench probation requests to courts.
5. Prepares presentence reports for courts; makes recommendations on sentencing requirements; performs transfer, abscond, and other investigations on JIIs.
6. Attends court hearings; documents, testifies, and makes recommendations at probation/parole compliance and presentence hearings.
7. Maintains records of cases including interviews, assessments, services provided, and probation/parole progress.
8. Participates in service resource development for JIIs treatment and in-service evaluation programs.
9. Participates in search and arrest situations under the guidance and oversight of a Probation and Parole Officer II or supervisor.

Our Ideal Candidate will have the following

Knowledge of:

• Behavior and adjustment problems of adult JIIs

• Adult criminal justice systems, including sentencing, probation, and parole procedures

• Interviewing, behavioral, and probation/parole intervention techniques utilizing a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach

• Caseload management

• Service resource development

Skills to:

• Communicate with individuals or groups to effectively convey information

• Verbally persuade and calmly deescalate difficult and stressful circumstances utilizing motivational interviewing and evidence-based practices

• Effectively manage time and resources

• Prepare written reports and maintain records

Ability to:

• Investigate cases and objectively evaluate information

• Assess personal needs of adult JIIs and develop supervision plans

• Maintain accurate and complete casework records

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with individuals of varying backgrounds, including JIIs, court and law enforcement personnel, and the general public

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups who come from diverse backgrounds and represent members of the public, coworkers, and/or vendors

• Meet deadlines and manage time efficiently

• Work effectively in stressful situations

• Work as a team member and share knowledge and skills

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above. The Probation and Parole Officer I performs probation and parole counseling with adult justice involved individuals (JIIs); conducts needs assessments and develops probation plans; monitors probation and parole compliance and maintains caseload records; and participates in search and arrest of JIIs under the guidance of a Probation and Parole Officer II or supervisor.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in any concentration, AND Three (3) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field; OR
• Associate's degree in any concentration, AND Four (4) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field; OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent, AND Five (5) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field.

• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must acquire and maintain CPR and first aid certification.
• Must be a US citizen, or become a US citizen within 18 months of hire.
• Must pass a post-offer physical capacity test, psychological evaluation, and the DPSST pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment.
  • For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses if applicable.

Next Steps:

1. Apply: Instead of submitting a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
2. Minimum Qualification (MQ) Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes.
3. Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
4. Panel Interview(s): The top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
5. Conditional Offer: Human Resources will extend a conditional offer to our top candidate that passes the background investigation. Successful completion of the following is required to be appointed to the position.
   • Background Investigation:

     • The selected candidate for this position must be able to pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Community Corrections Department. The background Investigation for this position typically take 6-8 weeks to complete so you will want to plan accordingly. The information that will be required when you complete the Personal History Statement includes, but is not limited to:

     • Employment Information (past 10 years or back to age 17)

     • Education (A copy of any degrees, diplomas, and transcripts will be requested)

     • Military Service (A copy of DD-214 will be requested)

     • Residential Information (The past 10 years or back to age 17)?

     • Financial Information?

     • References (Required to list seven people you know well enough to provide current information about you; at least 3 co-workers, not including relatives or former employers)

     • Family Member Information?

     • Driving History?

     • Past/Present Drug Use and/or Controlled Substances ?

     • Criminal History

   • Medical Exam and Physical Capacity Test
     • For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis.
   • Psychological Evaluation
6. Start Date: A start date will be determined after all post offer conditions of employment have been met.

Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Bilingual Positions:
Designated bilingual positions require that the incumbent have knowledge of the Spanish language, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Skill in writing Spanish accurately; ability to speak Spanish fluently; and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing are required. Additional compensation is provided to staff members occupying positions designated as bilingual.

Department of Motor Vehicle Records (DMV) Requirement
Driving a motorized vehicle is an essential function of this position. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County and instructions for submitting appropriate DMV documentation, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy.

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