Parole and Probation Officer Job at County of Blair, Altoona, PA

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  • County of Blair
  • Altoona, PA

Job Description

Multiple openings exist for parole and probation officer in both the Hollidaysburg, PA, and Altoona, PA, locations of Adult Parole and Probation. The hires will supervise a caseload of adult offenders; enforce orders of the court and conditions of supervision; meet with offenders in the office and field; investigate complaints about offenders promptly; help offenders adjust to life in the community; prevent future criminal acts and technical violations; conduct investigations, prepare social and legal case histories, pre-sentence investigations, and pre-release/parole plans as required; conduct counseling interviews with assigned offenders; suggest constructive method(s) for addressing such problems; conduct drug and alcohol testing; refer offenders to appropriate agencies for treatment and other services; review inmate initial adjustment and/or behavior with prison authorities; develop professional relationships with law enforcement agencies, human services providers, and other staff; perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualified applicants will possess a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, criminology, social work, sociology, psychology, or related field; valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a record that will not prohibit employment; self-motivation; flexibility to adapt to unexpected situations; capacity to create a sense of purpose; capacity to anticipate and respond to difficult or dangerous situations; strong customer service orientation with the ability to build rapport and work cooperatively with others; excellent written and oral communications skills; courteous, patient, and professional demeanor; proficient organizational abilities and attention to detail; experience maintaining confidentiality; and computer literacy.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package begins first of the month following 30 calendar days and includes 90% employer-paid PPO health with vision and three-tier pharmacy components, pension plan, public employer's equivalent of 401(k), group term life insurance, short-term disability, a menu of voluntary benefits that includes dental and Aflac, 14 annual paid holidays, sick time, and ample time-off provisions. Starting wage is $16.30/hour x 37.5-hour workweek and occasional overtime. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work at office, Trial period,

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