Adult Probation Officer​/2B

Adult Probation Officer 1/2B – Palmer Probation Office, Palmer, Alaska

Position Summary: The Department of Corrections, Division of Pretrial, Probation, Parole is recruiting an Adult Probation Officer 1/2B to serve at the Palmer Probation Office, overseeing supervision of felony offenders in the Matanuska‑Susitna Valley and adjacent communities. The role involves direct client work, court reporting, and collaborative work with treatment and law‑enforcement partners.

Job duties of a field Probation Officer include:

• Conducting office meetings, interviews, and risk/need assessments with defendants
• Administering urinalysis tests and providing referrals for treatment needs
• Conducting field contacts, monitoring compliance, and executing violation arrests
• Performing presentence investigations and preparing reports for the Court

The office is responsible for supervising offenders in a wide geographic area that extends to Talkeetna, Cordova, Glennallen, and Valdez. Frequent travel is required. Personnel will work with a collaborative team that includes rehabilitative organizations and local law‑enforcement agencies.

• Interpersonal Skills – Demonstrated courtesy, empathy, and ability to work with diverse populations and challenging individuals.
• Public Service Motivation – Commitment to serving the public and aligning actions with public needs.
• Stress Tolerance – Ability to handle high‑stress situations calmly and effectively.
• Writing – Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; clear and organized written communication.
• Problem Solving – Identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations.

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field, or four years of paraprofessional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, corrections, criminal investigation, public safety, or law enforcement.

Experience: One year of professional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, criminal investigation, public safety, or law enforcement (or equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and experience).

Additional Requirements: Must be 21 years old, a U.S. citizen or National, hold a high school diploma or GED, and possess a valid U.S. driver’s license. A valid firearms proficiency qualification may be required for some level or as determined by the Department.

• Flexible work schedules after completing training requirements
• Accrued paid leave and paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Opportunity to impact community rehabilitation and public safety
• Broad professional collaboration with community partners
• Career advancement through structured training and certification

The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation may contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations or the Alaska Department of Human Services for assistance.