Probation and Parole Officer 1
The Probation and Parole Officer 1 is responsible for investigating, counseling, and supervising adult probationers and parolees to support their social and personal adjustment. This entry-level role involves managing potentially dangerous offenders, preparing various investigative and violation reports, and collaborating with other corrections and parole entities. The position requires working on-site at the Parkersburg office, covering multiple counties in West Virginia, and includes compliance with firearms training and psychological evaluation requirements.
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Position Overview
This is an entry-level Probation and Parole Officer role based in Big Chimney, WV. You will provide investigation, counseling, and continuous supervision for adult probationers and parolees to support their social and personal adjustment. The role requires work with individuals who may have criminal histories and occasionally pose safety risks. This position is based in Big Chimney and will be working from the Parkersburg parole office, covering the following counties: Wood, Wirt, Calhoun, Gilmer, Ritchie, Pleasants.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct investigations (home plans, background checks, cooperative interstate investigations).
- Prepare investigative reports, clemency reports, post‑sentence reports for the Parole Board, and violation reports.
- Provide ongoing supervision and counseling to probationers and parolees.
- Monitor compliance with court- and parole-imposed conditions and refer clients to community resources and support services.
- Maintain accurate and timely case documentation and court/parole communications.
- Coordinate with other agencies and corrections facilities as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned consistent with public safety and agency policy.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Preference given for degrees in Business Administration, Public Administration, Business Management, Management, Political Science, Industrial Relations/Management, Organizational Behavior/Management, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Corrections, Social Work, or a closely related field.
- OR substitution: Experience in counseling, law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, social services, and/or rehabilitation services may substitute at a rate of one (1) year of experience for every thirty (30) semester hours of required training.
- Ability to work with potentially dangerous individuals and to carry out investigations and supervision tasks consistent with agency standards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Preferred / Helpful Skills
- Prior experience in probation/parole, corrections, social work, or law enforcement.
- Case management, report writing, and investigative experience.
- Knowledge of community resources and reentry services.
- Good judgment, de-escalation skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
Conditions of Employment
- Firearm issuance is at the discretion of the Commissioner of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR). Any individual authorized to carry a firearm must complete a psychological evaluation prior to issuance.
- Positions authorized to carry firearms must meet annual training requirements established through the West Virginia Corrections Academy.
- Probationary period: 1 year.
- Employment and assignments are subject to applicable federal, state, and local law; this posting complies with US hiring laws for positions listed in the state of West Virginia.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $35,702 - $61,628 per year (as listed by our client).
- Full-time position. Actual pay, benefits, and leave are provided by the hiring organization and may include state public‑sector benefits (verify at offer stage).
Why Apply via Careertakes
- Careertakes acts as a third-party recruiting platform and can provide access to additional matched opportunities.
- We use recruiter best practices to highlight your experience to our client; selected applicants will be employed directly by the hiring organization (Confidential Client).
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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