State of Alaska
Overview
The Department of Corrections, Division of Pretrial, Probation and Parole is recruiting for multiple Adult Probation Officer 1/2B positions located at the Anchorage Probation Office in Anchorage, Alaska. Have an impact on your community while working in a dynamic and fast paced environment in the largest probation office in the State of Alaska. At the Anchorage Probation Office, you will work directly with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, the Court system, the Alaska Board of Parole, the District Attorney's Office, the Public Defender's Office and other community agencies to help assist felons in their re-entry efforts into our community while balancing community safety. Your communication, writing and physical skills will be consistently challenged by the evolving criminal justice system. You will supervise a caseload of adult felons, testify in Court, author Petitions to Revoke Probation and Parole Revocation reports, while maintaining a presence in the community to ensure public safety and continue re-entry efforts. Our Mission, Values, And Culture
Our mission is to help provide positive change in every town, village, and neighborhood in Alaska by enhancing public safety, assisting the Court with the fair administration of justice for victims and defendants, and by providing quality supervision that holds defendants accountable, while connecting them to community partners and resources that can provide the tools for long-term change and success. Responsibilities
Responsibilities include supervising probation and parole, testifying in court, preparing reports, and engaging with community partners to support re-entry and public safety. The position is located at the Anchorage Probation Office and serves the communities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Chugiak and Girdwood. Qualifications
Integrity/Honesty: Maintains high ethical standards and trustworthiness. Accountability: Demonstrates accountability for results, sets priorities, delegates, and follows established rules. Attention to Detail: Thorough and detail-oriented. Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed decisions considering impact and implications. PJ04A1 – Adult Probation Officer 1: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field. Or substitution: Four years of paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, corrections, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement. Or substitution: Four years in any combination of postsecondary education and paraprofessional experience (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours of postsecondary education equal one month of experience). All Adult Probation Officer 1 positions are flexibly staffed. Advancement to Adult Probation Officer 2 occurs after training and certification requirements and supervisor approval. Advancement to Adult Probation Officer 2B requires completion of the Department’s Probation Officer Academy and Field Training Manual. PJ04A2/PJ04A3 – Adult Probation Officer 2 (A or B): One year of professional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement, or as a social services case manager or counselor; Or substitution: Five years in combined postsecondary education and paraprofessional experience. Includes training under a formal flexible staffing plan or a bachelor’s degree plus one year of relevant experience. Special Note (All Levels):
Minimum qualifications include age 21, U.S. citizenship or national status, and a high school diploma or GED. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required. Some positions may require firearm possession and related proficiency. Other requirements include shift work, on-call availability, and compliance with Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) certification within 14 months of hire for certain positions. Additional requirements include disclosure of prior employment actions, and consideration of past disciplinary actions as part of eligibility. BACKGROUND AND SCREENING
A full criminal history check is required. You must submit a notarized F-3 Personal History Statement and background packet. Documents may include transcripts, birth certificate or passport, naturalization documents, military records, and other listed items. Offers are conditional on successful completion of a background investigation, drug screening, medical examination, and psychological evaluation. The Department will coordinate and pay for the medical examination where required. Applicants must be forthright and provide accurate information. Copies of submitted documents are not returned. See required documents and submission instructions in the application materials. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
If selected for an interview, provide last 3 performance evaluations and education transcripts, among other items. LEGAL EMPLOYMENT
The State of Alaska requires legal authorization to work in the United States; no employer sponsorship is provided by the State. EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with ADA requirements. See additional contact information in the posting for accommodations. WORKPLACE ALASKA ASSISTANCE
For application assistance or system errors, contact the Workplace Alaska hotline or email recruitment.services@alaska.gov. Password assistance is available at governmentjobs.com. Contact Taryn Link, Chief Probation Officer 907-334-2310 taryn.link@alaska.gov Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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The Department of Corrections, Division of Pretrial, Probation and Parole is recruiting for multiple Adult Probation Officer 1/2B positions located at the Anchorage Probation Office in Anchorage, Alaska. Have an impact on your community while working in a dynamic and fast paced environment in the largest probation office in the State of Alaska. At the Anchorage Probation Office, you will work directly with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, the Court system, the Alaska Board of Parole, the District Attorney's Office, the Public Defender's Office and other community agencies to help assist felons in their re-entry efforts into our community while balancing community safety. Your communication, writing and physical skills will be consistently challenged by the evolving criminal justice system. You will supervise a caseload of adult felons, testify in Court, author Petitions to Revoke Probation and Parole Revocation reports, while maintaining a presence in the community to ensure public safety and continue re-entry efforts. Our Mission, Values, And Culture
Our mission is to help provide positive change in every town, village, and neighborhood in Alaska by enhancing public safety, assisting the Court with the fair administration of justice for victims and defendants, and by providing quality supervision that holds defendants accountable, while connecting them to community partners and resources that can provide the tools for long-term change and success. Responsibilities
Responsibilities include supervising probation and parole, testifying in court, preparing reports, and engaging with community partners to support re-entry and public safety. The position is located at the Anchorage Probation Office and serves the communities of Anchorage, Eagle River, Chugiak and Girdwood. Qualifications
Integrity/Honesty: Maintains high ethical standards and trustworthiness. Accountability: Demonstrates accountability for results, sets priorities, delegates, and follows established rules. Attention to Detail: Thorough and detail-oriented. Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed decisions considering impact and implications. PJ04A1 – Adult Probation Officer 1: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field. Or substitution: Four years of paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, corrections, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement. Or substitution: Four years in any combination of postsecondary education and paraprofessional experience (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours of postsecondary education equal one month of experience). All Adult Probation Officer 1 positions are flexibly staffed. Advancement to Adult Probation Officer 2 occurs after training and certification requirements and supervisor approval. Advancement to Adult Probation Officer 2B requires completion of the Department’s Probation Officer Academy and Field Training Manual. PJ04A2/PJ04A3 – Adult Probation Officer 2 (A or B): One year of professional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, criminal investigation, public safety or law enforcement, or as a social services case manager or counselor; Or substitution: Five years in combined postsecondary education and paraprofessional experience. Includes training under a formal flexible staffing plan or a bachelor’s degree plus one year of relevant experience. Special Note (All Levels):
Minimum qualifications include age 21, U.S. citizenship or national status, and a high school diploma or GED. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required. Some positions may require firearm possession and related proficiency. Other requirements include shift work, on-call availability, and compliance with Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) certification within 14 months of hire for certain positions. Additional requirements include disclosure of prior employment actions, and consideration of past disciplinary actions as part of eligibility. BACKGROUND AND SCREENING
A full criminal history check is required. You must submit a notarized F-3 Personal History Statement and background packet. Documents may include transcripts, birth certificate or passport, naturalization documents, military records, and other listed items. Offers are conditional on successful completion of a background investigation, drug screening, medical examination, and psychological evaluation. The Department will coordinate and pay for the medical examination where required. Applicants must be forthright and provide accurate information. Copies of submitted documents are not returned. See required documents and submission instructions in the application materials. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
If selected for an interview, provide last 3 performance evaluations and education transcripts, among other items. LEGAL EMPLOYMENT
The State of Alaska requires legal authorization to work in the United States; no employer sponsorship is provided by the State. EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with ADA requirements. See additional contact information in the posting for accommodations. WORKPLACE ALASKA ASSISTANCE
For application assistance or system errors, contact the Workplace Alaska hotline or email recruitment.services@alaska.gov. Password assistance is available at governmentjobs.com. Contact Taryn Link, Chief Probation Officer 907-334-2310 taryn.link@alaska.gov Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at State of Alaska by 2x
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