Description

If you have previously applied for the position of Probation and Parole Specialist you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used. Hiring lists may be created from open competitive, IDOC Department Promotional, or Statewide promotional applicants. The applications may also be used for future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months

We offer an excellent benefit package that includes medical insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, and holidays. On average, employer paid portions of these benefits is equivalent to 40% of an employee’s annual salary.

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance-employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.00/month for dental
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid parental leave
• Multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457
• Basic life insurance for employee and family
  • Employee covered at one times their annual salary
  • Spouse covered at $10,000
  • Child covered at $5,000
• Wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities
• An opportunity for student loan forgiveness
• And more!

Example of Duties

• Perform diverse support functions to probation and parole officers
• Daily interactions with individuals on felony supervision in order to address behavior
• Provide guidance, referrals, and general assistance to individuals under IDOC community supervision
• Frequent contact with internal and external customers, which requires good public relation skills
• Function with some independence and exercise discretion in applying policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires work experience in each of the following:

• Monitoring record systems to identify and correct errors
• Interpreting, explaining, and applying laws, regulations, and complex policies for multiple or highly specialized programs
• Analyzing information and researching a variety of sources to identify and resolve problems or issues
• Dealing with individuals from varying cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds in stressful situations
• Entering and retrieving data using a computerized record system
• Experience composing and proofreading business correspondence

Specialty Qualifications:

• Experience conducting sensitive fact-finding interviews
• retrieving and compiling information in a report format using database software
• Experience working the correctional health care environment and associate principles and practices

Supplemental Information

Desirable Qualifications

• Some knowledge of the criminal justice system
• Some knowledge of brokering services on behalf of clients
• Some knowledge of the fundamentals of behavioral science

HIRING INFORMATION:
To be hired, candidates will have a history and background supportive of department mission goals and will be subject to:

• Completing a Background Investigation Questionnaire and pre-employment drug testing
• Having a federal and state criminal background check to include fingerprints
• Having a history of law-abiding behavior
• Felonies, misdemeanors, illegal drug usage, DUI's, adverse driving convictions and employment history may make you ineligible for employment

Non-hiring restrictions are in place for candidates who:

• Have been convicted of Domestic Violence or similar types of violent behaviors
• Have a dishonorable discharge from military service
• Currently are using, dealing or are associated with illegal drugs
• Have close friends or relatives under IDOC care & custody where the vacancy exists
• Are currently under IDOC supervision or probation (must be released from IDOC supervision or probation for at least one year)

OVERTIME NOTICE: At the discretion of the appointing authority, compensatory time off may be provided in lieu of overtime cash compensation. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements, please contact the Division of Human Resources at (208) 334-2263.

EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.