Role OverviewThe Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is seeking a dedicated security-minded professional to assume the responsibilities of a Parole Officer in the Lima Region. The Parole Officer will oversee offenders, conduct interviews and visits, and utilize evidence-based supervision practices to facilitate behavioral change in offenders.
What You Will Do
The Parole Officer will conduct visual and auditory surveillance, perform drug testing, and collect evidence. They will also develop and present cases at revocation hearings, provide work direction and training to staff, and develop sound working relations with community agencies.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of criminology and criminal justice, and be able to work in a law-abiding manner at all times. They will also be able to obtain certification in the Ohio Risk Assessment System and complete offender risk assessments as directed.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree from accredited educational institution
- 2 yrs. exp. in criminal justice, corrections, law enforcement, social service or related field
- No legal prohibition against carrying firearms
- Valid driver’s license
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities
- Public Retirement Systems
- Optional Deferred Compensation
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