Parole & Probation Officer ; Experienced

Parole & Probation Officer 2

The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, Parole & Probation Division is seeking experienced, qualified and motivated individuals for Parole & Probation Officer 2. The Parole & Probation Officer 2 position is fully experienced and includes the use of limited peace officer powers. The position requires day-to-day interaction with adults on supervision using basic corrections knowledge and interpersonal communication skills and holds a current Basic Parole and Probation certificate.

In order to be considered for Parole & Probation Officer 2, you must upload a copy of your certificate to the attachments section of the online application at time of application. If your certificate is not received, you may not be considered for this position. Parole and Probation Officers will be required to carry firearms issued by the Division in the performance of their duties.

The most competitive candidates will have knowledge of basic concepts and principles of social and corrections case and group work; criminal laws and criminal justice system; and demonstrated skills to effectively work with adults on supervision placed on parole and probation.

Important Information:
All Sheriff's Office positions require a complete Statement of Personal History (SPH). Only those applicants selected will need to submit the SPH. The SPH is due 10 calendar days AFTER you have been notified. Applicants will receive instructions from the Department of Human Resources or the Sheriff's Office on how to login to the electronic SPH.

Required

Minimum Qualifications / Transferrable

Skills:

• Must be currently or have been certified as a basic Parole and Probation Officer with at least one (1) year of parole and probation experience as a Parole and Probation Officer within the last five (5) years. Proof of certification must be uploaded with application materials in the attachments section.
• Must possess a high school diploma, GED certificate of high school equivalency, or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Applicants who do not have a Bachelor's Degree must pass a reading/writing test to comply with Oregon DPSST standards. If you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher, please upload a copy of your transcript to show proof of degree earned.
• Work experience that includes effectively supervising difficult people with different backgrounds.
• Knowledge of human behavior and adjustment problems in justice involved adults on supervision.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of basis concepts and principles of social and correctional care and group work.
• Visual and Hearing Acuity:
  Must meet the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training requirements as detailed in Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 259­-008­0000.
• Must be able to be certified as a Parole & Probation Officer with the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
• Must meet the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office tattoo policy.
• Must be 21 years of age by the date of employment.
• Must be a United States citizen or be one within eighteen (18) months of hire.
• Must be free from convictions of a serious nature, such as domestic violence, drug-trafficking and manufacturing, and any felony.
• Must be willing to be fingerprinted and have fingerprints filed with the State.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable

Skills:

• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Social Services, or Psychology.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in the field of Parole and Probation.
• Background in social work or counseling.
• Experience and ability to effectively supervise difficult people with different backgrounds and provide counseling and motivation to support change.

Other

Qualifications:

• Must be CPR and First Aid certified within three (3) months of employment.
• Pre-Employment Requirements:
  Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation, including national fingerprint records check.
• Must pass a post-offer physical assessment and psychological evaluation; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation.
• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment.

For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference:
If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We…