Parole Officer jobs in Ohio

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Work Locations: DPCS Hamilton 7710 Reading Road Cincinnati 45237

Organization: Rehabilitation & Correction - Parole and Community Service

Classified Indicator: Classified

Bargaining Unit / Exempt: Bargaining Unit

Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: $22.50

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Primary Job Skill: Criminology/Criminal Justice

Technical Skills: Criminology/Criminal Justice

Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Agency Contact Name: Gina Seel

Agency Contact Information: gina.seel@odrc.state.oh.us

Parole Officer-Hamilton County Continuous Posting SPRING 2024

(240003GE)

Job Duties

Who We Are…
Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What You'll Do:

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is looking for a dedicated security minded professional to assume the responsibilities of a Parole Officer in Hamilton County. ** Please note this is a continuous posting.

• Under general supervision from Supervisor, oversees offenders.
• Interviews, visits and observes offenders at residence/work site or other community locations.
• Utilizes evidence based supervision practices to facilitate behavioral change in offenders.
• Obtains certification in Ohio Risk Assessment System completes offender risk assessments as directed.
• Interviews offenders and reviews documents, records, and reports to develop case plans in conjunction with offenders to address identified risk factors.
• Maintains and reviews case plans with offenders throughout supervision period to gauge progress of established goals.
• Provides individual and group advice by listening, speaking and providing written instructions to offenders.
• Conducts visual and auditory surveillance which includes operating electronic monitor equipment as needed.
• Performs drug testing by collecting and transporting specimens or using drug kit procedures when necessary and maintains a written chain of evidence from sample collection through testing and hearing process.
• Conducts DNA testing as prescribed by statute.
• Finds employment and vocational opportunities for offenders by making referrals to community service agencies.
• Maintains contact with offender families, friends, employers and others by interviewing, observing behaviors and reviewing written documents and records.
• Develops sound caseload management involving analysis of caseload and making necessary community referrals in order to make adjustments in offender activity.
• Oversees caseload which requires special training to properly supervise substance abusers, drug offenders, sex offenders, special releasee and special needs offenders as needed.
• Conducts and completes placement, arrest and violation investigations by interviewing individuals, reading and understanding technical information including medical, psychological, law enforcement and legal documents.
• Completes, by operating personal computer, writing or dictating appropriate reports of investigations making correctional recommendations to be used in decisions of judges, parole administrators or parole board members in sentencing and revocation procedures.
• Updates and uses records through use of field officer tools (FOT) to include recording offender case activity and officer activity.
• Travel to offender homes, places of employment, jails and courts etc. by operating personal or state vehicle.
• Prepares information and initiates packets for Parole Board Hearings.
• Screens inmates to determine eligibility and makes recommendations for transfer into transitional control program.
• Responds in writing to inmate inquiries (i.e. kites)
• Conducts and completes clemency and other investigations by interviewing individuals, reading and understanding technical information including medical, psychological, law enforcement and legal documents
• Completes, by operating personal computer, writing or dictating appropriate reports of investigations to be used in decisions and/or recommendations of parole board members
• Facilitates special hearings (i.e. clemency, full board ) when needed.
• Completes, by operating personal computer, writing or dictating, and delivers written arrest, hold and release orders.
• Secures and delivers search warrants and subpoenas to jails and law enforcement, correctional and court agencies.
• Pursues declared violators-at-large, arrests violators and conducts search and seizure of contraband which involves walking, running, climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, lifting or using force such as applying unarmed self-defense techniques or using restraining devices like handcuffs, belly chains or leg irons and OC spray/pepper gas as needed.
• Develops and presents cases at revocation hearings.
• Collects evidence.
• Organized written documents, records, and reports.
• Examines and cross examines witnesses.
• Testifies as required
• Operates personal or state vehicle to transport witnesses or violators or other releases.
• Provides work direction and trains staff as necessary through conducting orientation of new staff, on-the-job training and in-service training.
• Completes, by operating personal computer, writing or dictating, lesson plans and documents training activities
• Oversees outpost office which consists of two to three less experienced staff as required.
• Completes, by operating personal computer, writing or dictating, background investigations on prospective employees.
• Develops sound working relations with community agencies, citizen groups and criminal justice agencies to secure community resources for benefit of clients.
• Participates on community councils and committees.
• Functions on an inter-agency level as coordinator with halfway houses and prevention programs
• Acts as liaison with state hospitals to accomplish appropriate level of services for clients
• Presents pre-release programs at penal institutions from written presentation guide or lesson plan
• Travels to and participates in staff meetings, conferences and training session.
• Must conduct themselves professionally, and in a law-abiding manner, at all times and in accordance with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Standards of Employee Conduct.

Obtains certification in Ohio Risk Assessment System completes offender risk assessments as directed

Helpful Tips

Application Procedures:

• In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
• When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.
• You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Qualifications

Job Skills: Criminology/Criminal Justice
Technical Skills: Criminology/Criminal Justice, Professional Skills, Critical Thinking, Verbal Communication Written Communication

Knowledge of probation & parole; social or behavioral science or criminal justice; investigative techniques; public relations; agency policies & procedures regarding caseload activities*; interviewing. Skill in operation of personal computer*; alcohol breath analysis instrument, camera, firearms*; unarmed self-defense*; pepper spray*; handcuffs &/or other restraints & other safety equipment*. Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems & deal with variety of variables in somewhat unfamiliar context; interview offenders & determine work best suited to them; gather, collate & classify information about people, data & things; prepare & maintain accurate records & reports; cooperate with co-workers on group projects; handle sensitive interpersonal relationships; deal with uncooperative/hostile offenders, family & friends; direct work & train other employees; delivery presentations.

(*)Developed after employment.

Helpful Tips

Application procedures: In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. We no longer accept paper applications.

• When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.
• You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.

Background Check Information

You Also Need to Know The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace. The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.Pre-Employment Drug Testing:All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is also subject to Federal Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.Pre-Employment Background Investigation:The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior. (example: individuals convicted of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.)