CDOC Community Parole Officer

Community Parole Officer (Northern Region)

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

This recruitment will be used to fill positions in Ft. Collins, Greeley and Longmont.  No other locations will be considered.

Description of Job:

The Division of Adult Parole exists to manage and supervise inmates/parolees on a 24 hour per day, seven day per week, 365 day per year basis to provide public safety and opportunities for successful re-entry of inmates/parolees returning to the community. Re-entry support services collaborate with this setting. This unit ensures compliance with Federal and state statutes, CDOC Regulations, Parole Board conditions and agreement, Code of Penal Discipline, community corrections standards, Interstate Compact Rules and Regulations and other established rules/standards for the supervision of inmates/parolees.
 

Under direction and supervision, the primary duties and responsibilities will be:

The work location will be in the community, working in the field, for most positions and may involve the following activities:

• Conduct field work (e.g. pre-release plan investigation, home visitation, job verification, parole violation investigation);
• Apply evidence-based assessment, case planning and supervision techniques, set by policy and standards of practice, under the supervision of a team leader or supervisor;
• Direct the assessment and supervision plan of community-based parolees through the analysis of case material and interviews to update the Colorado Transition Accountability Plan (CTAP) by incorporating community supervision conditions and updating the parolee's goals;
• Monitor parolee compliance and progress by overseeing employment, drug treatment and screening, restitution payments, residential status, and specialized treatment programs consistent with the community supervision plan and division contact standards and escort to specific activities, if needed;
• Interact with parolees and use motivational interviewing, coaching, and other evidence based practices to reinforce pro-social behavior and assist parolees in developing effective problem solving skills and attaining goals;
• Provide crisis intervention, personal counseling and guidance to parolees in resolving interpersonal, familial and financial problems to enhance parolee success and better ensure public safety;
• Respond to parolee non-compliant behavior by investigating violations, and imposing appropriate sanctions consistent with the Colorado Violation Decision Making Process (CVDMP) or community violation matrix, most of which are managed in the community and do not require arrest;
• Present case information for a variety of evidentiary hearings to include COPD (Code of Penal Discipline) hearings, Parole revocation hearings, YOS (Youthful Offender System) revocation proceedings, and Interstate Compact probable cause hearings as well as serving as a hearing officer for COPDs conducted on residential and CRCF (Community Return to Custody Facility) parolees in compliance with due process standards;
• Attend training and develop skills in evidence based supervision techniques to include motivational interviewing, assessment and case planning, and cognitive behavioral interventions;
• Maintain proficiency in the use of firearms, arrest control techniques, CPR, and first aid. Maintain a thorough understanding of use of force compliance with certification according to State Statue and Department of Corrections policy;
• The position requires periodic on-call or call backs after hours on a 24/7 basis;
• Pursuant to C.R.S. 16-2.6-101, position will function as a PEACE Officer and will make arrests and transport parolees;
• Perform other job related duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social science, social work, counseling, or a closely related field. 

- OR - 

A combination of coursework listed above and professional work experience listed above, which equals four (4) years.

- AND -

POST:  Applicants MUST possess and maintain a current and valid Colorado POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) certification at the time of application.

Required Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal/customer service skills focusing on respectful interaction;
• Ability to self-motivate and take initiative;
• Ability to balance public safety with re-entry goals;
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work;
• Strong computer skills with the ability to adapt to advances in technology;
• Effective written and oral communication skills with the ability to reach a variety of audiences;
• Ability to communicate important information and verbally summarize incidents;
• Ability to make decisions and think critically to solve problems;
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with others;
• Ability to work with a high risk/high need population;
• Ability to work with a diverse population;
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
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In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: 

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;    
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits.
• Medical and dental health plans;     
• Short and long term disability coverage;    
• Paid life insurance;    
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;    
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.

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