Interim Probation and Parole Officer II

at  State of Vermont

OVERVIEW

State Of Vermont Probation & Parole Officers must be conscientious, self-motivated individuals with the ability to think on their feet in a fast-paced environment. You’ll have a strong understanding of ethics and boundaries as well as the ability to communicate and work in a team setting.

Other skillsets required:

• Excellent writing sills
• Great time management
• Strong computer skills
• Great organizational skills
• Observation skills
• Be detail oriented

Understanding of victim awareness, risk intervention strategies, and case planning practices, plus the ability to maintain a professional rapport with local law-enforcement agencies and community partners is a must. Prior Corrections, law-enforcement, or military experience is preferred for the position of Probation and Parole Officer I or II at the Bennington Probation and Parole Office. The work will be performed in an office setting with field work required. The hours are 7:45-4:30, Monday-Friday. Some after hours and field work may occur.
Must attend six weeks of instruction at the Vermont Correctional Academy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in social work, criminal justice, human services, psychology or a related discipline
OR
Bachelor’s degree AND eighteen (18) months or more of experience in human services casework
OR
High school diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of human services casework experience
OR
Two (2) years or more as a Probation & Parole Officer I AND satisfactory completion of training required by the department.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work, criminal justice, human services, psychology or a related discipline and experience in the delivery of casework, planning, and evaluation of offenders in a correctional setting.
Military experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Note: Possession of a valid driver’s license is required, and a criminal background check will be performed prior to hire. Certain convictions can be disqualifying.
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Please refer the Job description for details