State of Michigan
Parole Probation Officer-E (9-P11)
State of Michigan, Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48900
Ingham Parole Office
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer. MDOC employs nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department offers many benefits and services to support military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.
Hybrid Position:
This position may be hybrid for up to 50% of the pay period. The selected candidate is expected to train in office to learn the position. Length of time varies based on department training needs.
Responsibilities The employee will be responsible for a variety of job functions related to offenders, coaching those under supervision to address their needs and learn new skills that lead to a more prosocial lifestyle and ultimately protection of the public. Responsibilities include preparing background reports on offenders convicted in Circuit Court to determine sentences; supervising offenders placed on community supervision through court-ordered probation or parole; supervising a caseload that may include sex offenders, offenders with electronic monitoring devices including GPS, gender specific, mentally ill, Interstate Compact, or other specialized caseloads designated by the Deputy Director of Field Operations. The employee may be assigned as an embedded agent at a local law enforcement agency, an Institutional Parole Agent, or an Internet Crimes Against Children Agent (ICAC). The employee follows policy, procedures, DOM, and Guiding Principles of the Department of Corrections to meet the goals of the Department.
The incumbent has regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with probationers or parolees and is a DART (Drug/Alcohol Test Designated) position in accordance with Civil Service Rules. Some positions assigned as Institutional Parole Agents may have regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with prisoners more than 50% of the time. Considerable independent judgment is required to carry out assignments with significant impact on services or programs.
Education Possession of a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, counseling and guidance, child development, sociology, school social work, social work administration, education psychology, family relations, human services, or theology.
Experience
Parole/Probation Officer 9: No specific type or amount is required.
Parole/Probation Officer 10: One year of professional experience working with adult offenders equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer 9.
Parole/Probation Officer P11: Two years of professional experience working with adult offenders equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer, including one year equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer 10.
Parole/Probation Officer 9: Possession of a bachelor’s degree in any major and one year of Department of Corrections experience.
OR
Education level typically acquired through high school completion and one year as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11 or Corrections Shift Supervisor 11; or, two years as a Corrections Field Services Assistant E10, Corrections Medical Unit Officer E10, Corrections Resident Representative E10, Corrections Security Representative E10, Corrections Transportation Officer E10, Resident Unit Officer E10, or Special Alternative Incarceration Officer E10; or, three years as a Corrections Medical Officer E9 or Corrections Officer E9.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Investigating/Interviewing skills.
Good writing skills are a must.
Computer skills are desirable.
Ability to work under stress and hazardous situations.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to maintain favorable public relations.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have possession of a valid driver’s license and availability of an automobile for business.
Training New hires and returning MDOC employees after more than two years complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on level of offender contact and job classification. All employees complete additional online training to successfully finish NCNET.
Ethical Standards and Conduct Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these. Employees must report any possible conflict of interest. Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.
The Department of Corrections may screen out applicants who have been convicted of a felony. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
Application Process All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered. Interested applicants attaching transcripts must attach an official copy indicating the specific type of degree earned and the graduation date. Unofficial or web-based transcripts will not be accepted. Contact the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766 for assistance uploading and attaching documents.
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Hybrid Position:
This position may be hybrid for up to 50% of the pay period. The selected candidate is expected to train in office to learn the position. Length of time varies based on department training needs.
Responsibilities The employee will be responsible for a variety of job functions related to offenders, coaching those under supervision to address their needs and learn new skills that lead to a more prosocial lifestyle and ultimately protection of the public. Responsibilities include preparing background reports on offenders convicted in Circuit Court to determine sentences; supervising offenders placed on community supervision through court-ordered probation or parole; supervising a caseload that may include sex offenders, offenders with electronic monitoring devices including GPS, gender specific, mentally ill, Interstate Compact, or other specialized caseloads designated by the Deputy Director of Field Operations. The employee may be assigned as an embedded agent at a local law enforcement agency, an Institutional Parole Agent, or an Internet Crimes Against Children Agent (ICAC). The employee follows policy, procedures, DOM, and Guiding Principles of the Department of Corrections to meet the goals of the Department.
The incumbent has regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with probationers or parolees and is a DART (Drug/Alcohol Test Designated) position in accordance with Civil Service Rules. Some positions assigned as Institutional Parole Agents may have regular unsupervised access to and direct contact with prisoners more than 50% of the time. Considerable independent judgment is required to carry out assignments with significant impact on services or programs.
Education Possession of a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, counseling and guidance, child development, sociology, school social work, social work administration, education psychology, family relations, human services, or theology.
Experience
Parole/Probation Officer 9: No specific type or amount is required.
Parole/Probation Officer 10: One year of professional experience working with adult offenders equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer 9.
Parole/Probation Officer P11: Two years of professional experience working with adult offenders equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer, including one year equivalent to a Parole/Probation Officer 10.
Parole/Probation Officer 9: Possession of a bachelor’s degree in any major and one year of Department of Corrections experience.
OR
Education level typically acquired through high school completion and one year as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11 or Corrections Shift Supervisor 11; or, two years as a Corrections Field Services Assistant E10, Corrections Medical Unit Officer E10, Corrections Resident Representative E10, Corrections Security Representative E10, Corrections Transportation Officer E10, Resident Unit Officer E10, or Special Alternative Incarceration Officer E10; or, three years as a Corrections Medical Officer E9 or Corrections Officer E9.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Investigating/Interviewing skills.
Good writing skills are a must.
Computer skills are desirable.
Ability to work under stress and hazardous situations.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to maintain favorable public relations.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have possession of a valid driver’s license and availability of an automobile for business.
Training New hires and returning MDOC employees after more than two years complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on level of offender contact and job classification. All employees complete additional online training to successfully finish NCNET.
Ethical Standards and Conduct Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these. Employees must report any possible conflict of interest. Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.
The Department of Corrections may screen out applicants who have been convicted of a felony. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
Application Process All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered. Interested applicants attaching transcripts must attach an official copy indicating the specific type of degree earned and the graduation date. Unofficial or web-based transcripts will not be accepted. Contact the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766 for assistance uploading and attaching documents.
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