Adult Probation Officer

Adult Probation Officer 3

Location:

Palmer State Office Building, Palmer, Alaska.

You will develop and deliver curriculum for Pretrial, Probation, and Parole, Correctional and Municipal training basic academies as well as in-service departmental personnel. The incumbent will work with an emphasis on Pretrial, Probation and Parole (DP3) training disciplines and assist in providing ongoing educational opportunities for the Department of Corrections.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field.
• Two years of professional experience in probation, parole, pretrial, criminal justice, juvenile justice, social services, criminal investigation, public safety, law enforcement, or as a social services case manager or counselor; or six years of postsecondary education combined with paraprofessional experience in the same fields (2.67 semester hours or 4 quarter hours of postsecondary education equal one month of experience).
• Must be at least 21 years of age and a United States citizen or US national; have a high school diploma or GED recognized by a state; possess a valid driver’s license issued within the United States.
• Familiarity with state and federal criminal laws, procedures, regulations, and precedents; sound decision‑making, program oversight and legal knowledge; experience with arrest procedures and use of force; (include above bullet categories).

Flexible work schedules, competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 11 paid holidays annually, personal leave accrued monthly, and a retirement plan.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, may contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.