Parole/Probation Officer

at  Josephine County

SUMMARY

Supervises individuals on parole or probation within the constraints of court orders; performs investigations and prepares written reports and recommendations regarding individuals falling under the jurisdiction of the court; does related work as required. An employee in this classification is responsible for monitoring individuals on parole or probation and for the preparation of related records and reports. Incumbents in this classification work under close supervision of the Probation and Court Services Supervisor in the preparation of court reports, execution of arrests, filing of detainers, etc. Incumbents, however, are expected to exercise considerable discretion and judgment in performing standard duties of supervising and monitoring the conditions of probation or parole. At this level, presentence investigations, violation and other reports ordered by the court require administrative review and co-signature. Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Some knowledge of parole and probation practices and philosophy; federal and state laws pertaining to probation and parole; the criminal justice system; the concepts and principles of human behavior and adjustment problems in adult offenders; substance abuse. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; maintain composure and work effectively in emergency and/or crisis situations; work effectively with adult offenders, law enforcement personnel, social service agencies, and the general public; comprehend, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations; exercise good judgment and common sense in the application of established policies and procedures; maintain records and prepare accurate reports.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in criminology, law enforcement, psychology, sociology or closely related field; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to perform the above described duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Illustrative Only. Any single position in the classification will not necessarily involve all of the listed duties below and other positions will involve duties which are not listed. These duties represent the essential functions needed of persons in this classification.)

• Reviews and outlines the conditions of parole or probation with offenders.
• Maintains regular contact with offenders through office and home visits, contacts with employers, other agencies and individuals to ensure compliance with conditions of parole or probation.
• Identifies and refers offenders to appropriate counseling and/or treatment programs.
• Prepares and maintains necessary reports and files for assigned cases, including judgment orders, conditions of probation, chronological case notes and correspondence.
• Prepares criminal records check; conducts presentence investigations and reports for the courts which include circumstances of the offense, criminal records, social history and sentencing recommendations.
• Reports violations of imposed conditions; prepares affidavits, motions and orders for signatures; confers with the District Attorney in the preparation and presentation of violation hearings; prepares sentence recommendations.
• Prepares miscellaneous court reports as requested, such as inmate evaluation, assistance and collateral contacts.
• Testifies in court regarding reports and recommendations as required.