Bilingual Probation & Parole Officer II; Spanish​/English

Job Summary

Washington County Community Corrections is hiring a Probation and Parole Officer (PPO). The role involves supporting a caseload of people from various backgrounds. The position is Regular with a pay range of $42.17 - $53.85 hourly in the Department of Community Corrections. The FLSA status is Non‑Exempt
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Washington County Community Corrections works to keep the community safe by preventing the recurrence of crime among adult Justice Involved Individuals (JIIs). The department holds individuals accountable to supervision conditions while supporting their successful community reintegration. It is committed to hiring people that reflect the diverse communities of Washington County and supports employee growth through training, mentoring, and coaching.

• Crisis intervention techniques, including methods of restraint and self‑defense.
• Communicable diseases and associated prevention, control, and treatment.
• Behavior and adjustment problems of adult criminal JIIs.
• Adult criminal justice systems, including sentencing, probation, and parole procedures.
• Interviewing, behavioral, and probation/parole counseling techniques.
• Caseload management.
• Service resource development.
• Principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Technologies for operating basic computer software and hardware applications.

• Communicate with individuals or groups to effectively convey information.
• Verbally persuade and calmly defuse difficult and stressful circumstances.
• Effectively manage time and resources.
• Prepare written reports and maintain records.
• Operate typical office software.

• Investigate cases and objectively evaluate information.
• Assess personal needs of adult JIIs and determine treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and complete casework records.
• Learn and use self‑defense tactics including protective devices issued by the department.
• Participate in annual training and demonstrations on proper field security, physical defense, and arrest tactics and practices.
• Learn to handle, disarm, and control weapons safely and properly.
• Meet physical exertion requirements for equipment use and controlling resisting JIIs.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with JIIs, court and law enforcement personnel, and the public.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with co‑workers, supervisors, and diverse groups.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Meet deadlines and schedule time efficiently.
• Work effectively in stressful situations.
• Work as a team member and share knowledge and skills.
• Exercise appropriate judgment based on circumstances.
• Remain calm and rational in routine and non‑routine situations.
• Seek and receive feedback.
• Prioritize and apply critical thinking skills to identify issues and develop solutions.
• Foster and support an engaging, diverse, and inclusive culture through ongoing learning, adaptability, compassion, and collaboration.

Designated bilingual positions require proficiency in a language other than English. Applicants must demonstrate precise writing skills and fluent speaking skills in both languages. Upon passing a proficiency assessment, employees receive bilingual pay: five percent (5%) of base pay rate or a flat rate of $75 per pay period, whichever is greater.

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. A Bachelor’s degree in the related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
• Associate’s degree in any concentration AND four (4) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field. An Associate’s degree in the related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent AND five (5) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field.

Probation and Parole Officer II:

• Bachelor’s degree in any concentration AND three (3) years of experience in corrections, criminal justice, counseling, social work, or a related field; OR
• Assoc…