Probation and Parole Officer I/II

1. Maintains regular contact with JIIs and monitors their activities; provides continuous assessment and counseling according to the JIIs' needs and progress; monitors progress in meeting probation/parole conditions such as fines, restitution, enrollment in drug or alcohol treatment programs; and contacts service agencies, employers, and JIIs' families.
2. Interviews adult JIIs on probation or parole to assess client needs; assesses social, emotional, and economic status and refers JIIs to community agencies if needed; counsels JIIs on probation/parole procedures and personal problems; counsels JIIs in establishing personal goals and plans; and confers with JIIs' families.
3. Provides probation/parole services and group counseling to released residents of the residential center; and develops individual treatment and financial plans for residents in coordination with resident supervisors.
4. Provides counseling service to incarcerated JIIs; interviews incarcerated JIIs, assesses needs, and works with incarcerated JIIs to determine treatment goals; and refers incarcerated JIIs to County and community resources as needed.
5. Writes reports related to compliance and confers with courts on JIIs; reports violations and changes in status; and writes early termination and bench probation requests to courts.

Probation and Parole Officer I

• Bachelor's degree in any concentration, AND Three (3) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field. Possession of a Bachelor's degree in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of required work experience. OR
• Associate's degree in any concentration, AND Four (4) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field. Possession of an Associate's degree in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of required work experience. OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent, AND Five (5) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field.

• Bachelor's degree in any concentration, AND Three (3) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field. Possession of a Bachelor's degree in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of required work experience. OR
• Associate's degree in any concentration, AND Four (4) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field. Possession of an Associate's degree in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of required work experience. OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent, AND Five (5) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field.

• Knowledge of the Spanish language including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in Spanish, both orally and in writing.

• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must acquire and maintain CPR and first aid certification.
• Must be a US citizen, or become a US citizen within 18 months of hire.
• Must pass a post-offer physical capacity test, psychological evaluation, and the DPSST pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment.
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Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses if applicable. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.

Next Steps:

1. Apply today! Instead of submitting a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
2. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes.
3. Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
4. Panel Interview(s): The top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
5. Conditional Offer: Human Resources will extend a conditional offer to our top candidate that passes the background investigation. Successful completion of the following is required to be appointed to the position.
   • Background Investigation
   • Driving records check
   • Medical exam
   • Physical capacity test
   • Psychological evaluation
6. Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Bilingual Positions:
Designated bilingual positions require that the incumbent have knowledge of the Spanish language, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Skill in writing Spanish accurately; ability to speak Spanish fluently; and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing are required. Additional compensation is provided to staff members occupying positions designated as bilingual.

Department of Motor Vehicle Records (DMV) Requirement
Driving a motorized vehicle is an essential function of this position. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County and instructions for submitting appropriate DMV documentation, please use this link: .

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