Parole and Probation Officer I or II - Hermiston, United States - Umatilla County

Description

Job Description

SALARY: PO I - $4,726.00/Month (to start) Plus Excellent Benefits

PO II - $5,205.00/Month (to start) Plus Excellent Benefits

CLOSING: Open Until Filled

DEPARTMENT: Community Corrections

Description:

Provide supervisory and investigative services to adult offenders placed on supervision by releasing authorities to reduce risk of criminal conduct through community supervision, sanctions, counseling, adjustment, rehabilitation and other services to manage offender behavior and elicit positive offender response. The employee will work independently with minimal supervision. Employees are expected to demonstrate a high level of commitment, professionalism and responsibility. Employees are expected to demonstrate effective participation as outlined within the Umatilla County Community Justice Department Team Rules (attached). They may be required to work weekends or nights.

Requirements:

PO I -

• Broad knowledge of adult behavior and adjustment problems and related treatment methods, probation practices and philosophy, the laws and regulations governing the operation of adult probation programs and the criminal justice system.
• Four years of experience in a social service, rehabilitative, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding and/or counseling individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal or social problems. Or a Bachelor's degree in behavioral science or a related field with major course work in behavioral science and one years' experience. Or an associate's degree in social services, such as Mental Health, Human Services, or Social Science and two years' experience.
• Must have Department of Public Safety Standards and Training basic certification within eighteen months from the date of hire.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Selected applicant must successfully complete a department approved psychological evaluation including a recommendation for employment from the evaluator.

Special Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish.

PO II -

• Broad knowledge of adult behavior and adjustment problems and related treatment methods, probation practices and philosophy, the laws and regulations governing the operation of adult probation programs and the criminal justice system.
• Two years' experience in a social service, rehabilitative, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding and/or counseling individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal and/or social problems.
• Must have Department of Public Safety Standards and Training Intermediate Certification in Parole and Probation and a Bachelor's Degree, or an Advance Certification without a Bachelor's Degree.
• Must have a demonstrated knowledge and ability to manage complex casework.
• Certification of Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) required after hire.
• Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information and perform as a team member with minimal supervision.
• Must possess valid Oregon driver's license.
• All applicants for this position will be subject to an extensive background check.
• Selected applicant must successfully complete a department approved psychological exam including a recommendation for employment from the evaluator.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Special Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish.

So that everyone may maintain focus on the highest quality public safety services in Umatilla County, we are each committed to fostering an effective, safe environment within which to work. We require the following from all that choose to be a member of the Umatilla County Community Justice team.

• Avoid triangulation (does not talk about others behind their backs or second guess the decisions of others, nor do effective team members listen to anyone else talking about a team member behind their back or second guess their decisions).
• Always steps in to help; sees a job and does it.
• Is honest-steps up to the state their opinion.
• Is trustful-relies on facts rather than on gossip or rumors.
• Proposes solutions, not just problems.
• Listens.
• Is open to criticism; accepts coaching.
• Leads by positive, effective example (Practice what you preach).
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Is willing to do the same work they ask others to do.
• Comes to work prepared for the job.
• Shares knowledge with others.
• Asks for help.
• Accepts help.
• Offers to help.
• Wants to be here-shows up on time, has a positive attitude and demonstrates enthusiasm.
• Takes pride in their appearance.
• Has good communication skills listens, makes eye contact, others respond positively to his/her comments, asks questions, doesn't interrupt.
• Takes on responsibility
• Is loyal (doesn't speak ill of the agency or others, performs high quality work).
• Shows professionalism (appearance, pride in work, quality work, attitude, and consistency of behavior, behavior which reflects well on the agency).
• Respects others.
• Takes ownership.
• Conformity dresses properly, is consistent in the quality of work, uses the same policies, procedures, systems, ways of enforcing laws.
• Knows the job.
• Does the job
• Decentralizes decision making authority as deeply into the organization as possible.
• Initiates and accepts personal education and development.
• Solicits and is willing to accept different points of view.
• Consistently demonstrates effective use of available resources before personal interests.
• Utilizes the chain of command in an effective manner.

Use of Umatilla County application is MANDATORY and must be submitted via our online portal at Anyone who qualifies for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment provided for in OAR ; please include proper certification (OAR with your application. Any applicant with a disability who needs reasonable accommodation in any step of the application or hiring process to assist or to demonstrate qualifications or to perform the essential functions of the job for which the applicant is applying should inform the Human Resources Department.

Umatilla County provides employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants, without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other status protected by applicable Federal, Oregon, or Local Law.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER