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Form of workInternal Posting - This position is open only to current employees of the Department of Adult Correction.
This is anticipated vacancy that will be available on 01/01/2024.
Selective Criteria: Must have four years (48 months) of experience as a North Carolina Probation/Parole Officer.
Responsible for daily operation of and direct involvement in all aspects of decision-making processes regarding offender supervision which includes assigning cases, coordinating workflow, work schedules, time entry, and staff training. This position is involved with disciplinary, dispute and grievance action processes when necessary, and manages employee performance.
The offender population has been sentenced by the Court or were ordered by the Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission. These offenders are typically high-risk and require disciplined supervision strategies, reentry case planning and effective case management. The Chief Probation/Parole Officer will frequently engage in crisis intervention, meetings with stakeholders, and team staffings with probation officers to provide a swift response to behavior with the use of consequences and rewards within the community. Offenders vary from high-risk to low-risk and require effective supervision strategies, case planning, and individual case management.
This job is characterized by significant role modeling, coaching, reinforcement of pro-social behaviors, teaching pro-social skills and decision making to staff. This position ensures that each employee is proficient in areas necessary for job performance and that an environment conducive to professional growth and development is provided for employees within the CPPO's purview.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes 8-5 and respond at any time to emergency calls as unit caseloads demand. The Chief Probation/Parole officer will frequently need to respond immediately to crisis situations, hence must be available on-call twenty-four hours a day, creating the need for development and often independent implementation of unique control mechanisms. May be assigned an active caseload which could require second shift hours. May be required to serve on EHA response team which includes on-call status and the need to respond to EHA violations.
Must have the ability to target offenders' needs to ensure quality supervision and appropriate swift and certain responses to noncompliance. The CPPO must have the ability to analyze a situation and provide an immediate solution.
Must have the ability to develop professional alliances and establish and maintain effective working relationships with officers, offenders, judicial officials, law enforcement officers, community agencies, the general public, and co-workers. Must have the ability to express oneself clearly in oral and written form.
The CPPO serves as a coach and mentor to staff within his/her unit to enhance their skills and abilities. Must hold staff accountable for workload and case management. Must have the ability to demonstrate pro-social skill building and problem solving.
Ability to establish an appropriate course of action to ensure completion of assigned duties within given time frames.
Ability to maintain a calm and rational composure when dealing with difficult situations and individuals, and exhibit the ability to focus on the task at hand.
Must possess the skills necessary to qualify annually with a firearm and unarmed self-defense, complete CPR annually, and be indirectly exposed to O.C. Pepper Spray as part of a training exercise. Position is certified by the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
Chief Probation/Parole Officers must reside within 30 miles of the county of assignment within 90 days of their start date.
- Management prefers:
- Thorough knowledge of Community Supervision's goals, objectives, and policies,
- Hands-on experience with case planning, structured intervention worksheets and delegated authority,
- Working knowledge of structured sentencing, evidence-based principles, and Justice Reinvestment,
- Thorough knowledge of North Carolina offender supervision, available treatment services and community resources,
- Knowledge in determining the appropriate levels of supervision for offenders and assessing and responding to the needs of offenders through counseling,
- Working knowledge of the N.C. General Statutes, the Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission, and the Section of Prisons as learned from being a North Carolina PPO
- Experience with structured worksheets to address the patterns leading to crime, response to non-compliance, use of incentives, individualized case planning, and use of delegated authority,
- Knowledge of the principles of EBP and current sentencing guidelines.
Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
- The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader).
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Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
