Parole​/Probation Officer

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To provide supervisory and investigative services to individuals recommended for placement under supervision by releasing authorities, e.g., Courts, Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision, Department of Corrections, local supervisory authority, and the Psychiatric Security Review Board.

A successful candidate will demonstrate competency in the following areas:
Communication Skills;
Officer Safety;
Conflict Resolution;
Responsiveness;
Decision Making;
Problem-Solving;
Emotional Intelligence;
Ethics and Leadership; and understand the needs of our Diverse Community. Lane County Parole and Probation is looking for balanced candidates who show good judgment, establish and maintain effective personal and working relationships, and are able to prepare and present effective written and oral reports.

The mission of Community Justice and Rehabilitation Services (CJRS) is to contribute to public safety by reducing risk, creating opportunities, and working to make positive changes in lives directly affecting the community, victims, and offenders by holding justice-involved youth and adults appropriately accountable for their behavior.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m., shifts may vary based on need.

* This position is represented by Fed OR Parole & Probation Officers.

• Equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor's degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or a related field.
• At least one year of responsible experience providing services to individuals in criminal justice, counseling, social services, or a related field.
• Two years of responsible experience providing services to individuals in criminal justice, counseling, social services, or a related field, with at least one year in corrections or law enforcement.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training demonstrating the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

• Possession of a current Oregon driver's license at the time of appointment is required.
• Candidates for Parole/Probation Officer 1 must successfully apply for and be issued Parole/Probation certification with the Oregon Board on Public Safety Standards and Training within one year of appointment.
• Candidates for Parole/Probation Officer 2 must possess this certification at the time of appointment.

• Applicants must pass a medical examination, including drug screening, background check, and psychological assessment.
• New employees must attend the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training Academy in Salem, Oregon, and pass the training program.
• Applicants must provide detailed and accurate information for background investigation.
• Selection is without regard to sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, or religious affiliation.

We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, considering any combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience that meet minimum qualifications.

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Employees are expected to demonstrate core behaviors aligned with Lane County's Strategic Plan:
Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The  Strategic Plan emphasizes leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our vision for residents.

Lane County is committed to trauma-informed care practices, recognizing the impact of trauma on individuals and incorporating this understanding into services to avoid re-traumatization.