State of Colorado
CDOC - Community Parole Officer (Denver Metro).
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
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State of Colorado This position is open to Colorado residents. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This recruitment is to fill vacancies in the Denver Metro area which includes: Aurora, Denver, Englewood, Westminster, and West Denver. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. Responsibilities
The Division of Adult Parole exists to manage and supervise inmates/parolees on a 24 hour per day, seven day per week, 365 day per year basis to provide public safety and opportunities for successful re-entry of inmates/parolees returning to the community. Re-entry support services collaborate with this setting. This unit ensures compliance with Federal and state statutes, CDOC Regulations, Parole Board conditions and agreement, Code of Penal Discipline, community corrections standards, Interstate Compact Rules and Regulations and other established rules/standards for the supervision of inmates/parolees. Under direction and supervision, the primary duties and responsibilities will be: The work location will be in the community, working in the field, for most positions and may involve the following activities: Conduct field work (e.g. pre-release plan investigation, home visitation, job verification, parole violation investigation), including after hours to contact inmates/ parolees at their residence of record; Apply evidence-based assessment, case planning and supervision techniques, set by policy and standards of practice, under the supervision of a team leader or supervisor; Direct the assessment and supervision plan of community-based parolees through the analysis of case material and interviews to update the Colorado Transition Accountability Plan (CTAP) by incorporating community supervision conditions and updating the parolee's goals; Monitor parolee compliance and progress by overseeing employment, drug treatment and screening, restitution payments, residential status, and specialized treatment programs consistent with the community supervision plan and division contact standards and escort to specific activities, if needed; Interact with parolees and use motivational interviewing, coaching, and other evidence based practices to reinforce pro-social behavior and assist parolees in developing effective problem solving skills and attaining goals; Provide crisis intervention, personal counseling and guidance to parolees in resolving interpersonal, familial and financial problems to enhance parolee success and better ensure public safety; Respond to parolee non-compliant behavior by investigating violations, and imposing appropriate sanctions consistent with the Colorado Violation Decision Making Process (CVDMP) or community violation matrix, most of which are managed in the community and do not require arrest; Present case information for a variety of evidentiary hearings to include COPD (Code of Penal Discipline) hearings, Parole revocation hearings, YOS (Youthful Offender System) revocation proceedings, and Interstate Compact probable cause hearings as well as serving as a hearing officer for COPDs conducted on residential and CRCF (Community Return to Custody Facility) parolees in compliance with due process standards; Attend training and develop skills in evidence based supervision techniques to include motivational interviewing, assessment and case planning, and cognitive behavioral interventions; Maintain proficiency in the use of firearms, arrest control techniques, CPR, and first aid. Maintain a thorough understanding of use of force compliance with certification according to State Statue and Department of Corrections policy; The position requires periodic on-call or call backs after hours on a 24/7 basis; Pursuant to C.R.S. 16-2-101, position will function as a PEACE Officer and will make arrests and transport parolees; Perform other job related duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor\'s degree. (Applicants must upload a copy of your unofficial college transcripts that include your name, college name, degree and date conferred with your application, in order to receive credit). OR - A combination of coursework and professional work experience in criminal justice, corrections, social work, counseling, which equals four (4) years. AND - POST: Applicants MUST possess and maintain a current and valid Colorado POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) certification at the time of application. You must upload a copy of your POST certificate to your application. The website for information regarding POST is https://www.coloradopost.gov/. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid and unrestricted driver\'s license, and have no felony convictions or domestic violence history. There is no substitution for the Colorado POST Certification. Applicants that do not currently have active POST will not be considered. Only applicants who meet the minimum and special qualifications for the vacancy will be included in the comparative analysis process. Any work experience less than full time will be prorated. Experience must be clearly described, in your own words, within the work experience section of your application to meet this requirement. Positions held within CDOC must be separated by classification, dates, and duties or the application may not be accepted. Ensure that the Work Experience section of your application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. See resume statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes. Required Competencies Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Strong interpersonal/customer service skills focusing on respectful interaction; Ability to self-motivate and take initiative; Ability to balance public safety with re-entry goals; Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work; Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to advances in technology; Effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to reach a variety of audiences; Ability to communicate important information and verbally summarize incidents; Ability to make decisions and think critically to solve problems; Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility; Ability to maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with others; Ability to work with a high risk/high need population; Ability to work with a diverse population; Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing. Preferred Qualifications
Prior State of Colorado experience; Experience as a parolee advocate to help parolees reintegrate successfully into society; Knowledge of law enforcement, corrections, parole, or probation operations, or case management; Experience with community supervision as an alternative to incarceration; Experience working in a correctional or community supervision environment; Broad knowledge of social perceptiveness, human behavior, attitudes, motivation and its applicability in the rehabilitation of inmates; Experience working with hard to serve, high need, or high risk clients; Experience with case planning and includes setting goals and objectives; Knowledge of Evidence Based Practices and Interventions for the successful re-entry of parolees; Experience with Motivational Interviewing (MI). Important Information
The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ\'s). Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including language models, to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in the disqualification of an applicant. Be sure the Work Experience section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and see resume statements will not be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants. Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months\' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions. Please note that while this change in role may constitute a promotion in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual’s current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly. If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application. If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process. Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution. In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than ten years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process. Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). All CDOC facilities are tobacco-free. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply. Equal Opportunity Statement: The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and serve them. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status. The State of Colorado is committed to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. Equity and Inclusion: The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, contact Kristen Lange, Employee Relations Specialist, at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-728-0270. All CDOC facilities are tobacco-free. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply.
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CDOC - Community Parole Officer (Denver Metro). Join to apply for the
CDOC - Community Parole Officer (Denver Metro).
role at
State of Colorado This position is open to Colorado residents. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This recruitment is to fill vacancies in the Denver Metro area which includes: Aurora, Denver, Englewood, Westminster, and West Denver. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. Responsibilities
The Division of Adult Parole exists to manage and supervise inmates/parolees on a 24 hour per day, seven day per week, 365 day per year basis to provide public safety and opportunities for successful re-entry of inmates/parolees returning to the community. Re-entry support services collaborate with this setting. This unit ensures compliance with Federal and state statutes, CDOC Regulations, Parole Board conditions and agreement, Code of Penal Discipline, community corrections standards, Interstate Compact Rules and Regulations and other established rules/standards for the supervision of inmates/parolees. Under direction and supervision, the primary duties and responsibilities will be: The work location will be in the community, working in the field, for most positions and may involve the following activities: Conduct field work (e.g. pre-release plan investigation, home visitation, job verification, parole violation investigation), including after hours to contact inmates/ parolees at their residence of record; Apply evidence-based assessment, case planning and supervision techniques, set by policy and standards of practice, under the supervision of a team leader or supervisor; Direct the assessment and supervision plan of community-based parolees through the analysis of case material and interviews to update the Colorado Transition Accountability Plan (CTAP) by incorporating community supervision conditions and updating the parolee's goals; Monitor parolee compliance and progress by overseeing employment, drug treatment and screening, restitution payments, residential status, and specialized treatment programs consistent with the community supervision plan and division contact standards and escort to specific activities, if needed; Interact with parolees and use motivational interviewing, coaching, and other evidence based practices to reinforce pro-social behavior and assist parolees in developing effective problem solving skills and attaining goals; Provide crisis intervention, personal counseling and guidance to parolees in resolving interpersonal, familial and financial problems to enhance parolee success and better ensure public safety; Respond to parolee non-compliant behavior by investigating violations, and imposing appropriate sanctions consistent with the Colorado Violation Decision Making Process (CVDMP) or community violation matrix, most of which are managed in the community and do not require arrest; Present case information for a variety of evidentiary hearings to include COPD (Code of Penal Discipline) hearings, Parole revocation hearings, YOS (Youthful Offender System) revocation proceedings, and Interstate Compact probable cause hearings as well as serving as a hearing officer for COPDs conducted on residential and CRCF (Community Return to Custody Facility) parolees in compliance with due process standards; Attend training and develop skills in evidence based supervision techniques to include motivational interviewing, assessment and case planning, and cognitive behavioral interventions; Maintain proficiency in the use of firearms, arrest control techniques, CPR, and first aid. Maintain a thorough understanding of use of force compliance with certification according to State Statue and Department of Corrections policy; The position requires periodic on-call or call backs after hours on a 24/7 basis; Pursuant to C.R.S. 16-2-101, position will function as a PEACE Officer and will make arrests and transport parolees; Perform other job related duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor\'s degree. (Applicants must upload a copy of your unofficial college transcripts that include your name, college name, degree and date conferred with your application, in order to receive credit). OR - A combination of coursework and professional work experience in criminal justice, corrections, social work, counseling, which equals four (4) years. AND - POST: Applicants MUST possess and maintain a current and valid Colorado POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) certification at the time of application. You must upload a copy of your POST certificate to your application. The website for information regarding POST is https://www.coloradopost.gov/. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid and unrestricted driver\'s license, and have no felony convictions or domestic violence history. There is no substitution for the Colorado POST Certification. Applicants that do not currently have active POST will not be considered. Only applicants who meet the minimum and special qualifications for the vacancy will be included in the comparative analysis process. Any work experience less than full time will be prorated. Experience must be clearly described, in your own words, within the work experience section of your application to meet this requirement. Positions held within CDOC must be separated by classification, dates, and duties or the application may not be accepted. Ensure that the Work Experience section of your application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. See resume statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes. Required Competencies Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Strong interpersonal/customer service skills focusing on respectful interaction; Ability to self-motivate and take initiative; Ability to balance public safety with re-entry goals; Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work; Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to advances in technology; Effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to reach a variety of audiences; Ability to communicate important information and verbally summarize incidents; Ability to make decisions and think critically to solve problems; Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility; Ability to maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with others; Ability to work with a high risk/high need population; Ability to work with a diverse population; Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing. Preferred Qualifications
Prior State of Colorado experience; Experience as a parolee advocate to help parolees reintegrate successfully into society; Knowledge of law enforcement, corrections, parole, or probation operations, or case management; Experience with community supervision as an alternative to incarceration; Experience working in a correctional or community supervision environment; Broad knowledge of social perceptiveness, human behavior, attitudes, motivation and its applicability in the rehabilitation of inmates; Experience working with hard to serve, high need, or high risk clients; Experience with case planning and includes setting goals and objectives; Knowledge of Evidence Based Practices and Interventions for the successful re-entry of parolees; Experience with Motivational Interviewing (MI). Important Information
The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ\'s). Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including language models, to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in the disqualification of an applicant. Be sure the Work Experience section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and see resume statements will not be accepted in lieu of the Work Experience section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants. Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months\' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions. Please note that while this change in role may constitute a promotion in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual’s current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly. If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application. If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process. Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution. In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than ten years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process. Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). All CDOC facilities are tobacco-free. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply. Equal Opportunity Statement: The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and serve them. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status. The State of Colorado is committed to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. Equity and Inclusion: The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, contact Kristen Lange, Employee Relations Specialist, at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-728-0270. All CDOC facilities are tobacco-free. We strongly encourage protected classes to apply.
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