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Probation Parole Officer I (NMCD #16794) - $28.00/hr. (DOE)

Agency: New Mexico Corrections Dept Posting End Date: 06/23/2024 Job Posting Type: Standard Requisition For more Job Requirements and Classification Description: Click Here: https://api.realfile.rtsclients.com/PublicFiles/28c0b1c1ae694e159065ad9d0c38540a/f7c722c7-5d6b-40a3-a87e-8ac9058d332c/Probation Parole Officer G10901 - G10902.pdf Job ID: 144987 Location: Alamogordo Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular - PERM for State Salary: $22.40 - $35.84 Hourly / $46,591 - $74,545 Annually (This position is a Pay Band 65.)

Posting Details: Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

Due to the available budget allocated for this position, the hiring rate will not exceed $28.00 per hour.

Why does the job exist? This position will supervise individuals on Probation, Parole or both to facilitate rehabilitation/reintegration into society and facilitate public safety.

How does it get done? * Conduct assessments and provide necessary counseling, housing, employment or educational referrals to facilitate success. * Supervise individuals based on the appropriate supervision level including but not limited to: * Conducting regular face to face or telephonic meetings, * Field calls to their residence or place of employment/education, * Random drug testing of offenders, * Ensuring Court or Parole Board imposed obligations are being met; addressing violations as deemed appropriately which may include arresting individuals who may be under the influence of drugs/alcohol; and working with individuals who may become hostile at a moment's notice.

Who are the customers? * Parole Board * Courts * Individual(s) on supervision * Community

The Ideal Candidate will have experience with the following: * Case Management * Reading legal or court documents * Interacting with treatment providers * Working in the criminal justice system * Writing reports

Minimum Qualification: Associate Degree from an accredited college or university in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice or related field as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and experience in behavioral case management, commissioned or non-commissioned law enforcement, military law enforcement or as a Probation Officer of the Courts, Disciplinary Hearing Officer, Administrative Law Judge or Adult or Juvenile Correctional Officer totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required education.

Substitution Table: These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:

Education: Experience: Education: Experience: 1. High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 2 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 2 years of experience 2. Associate's degree or higher (Bachelor's, Master's) in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 0 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 2 years of experience Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position. If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements: This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and condi ions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Successful completion of a series of Defensive Tactics and Restraint Courses to include exposure to Mace/OC Spray within one (1) year from date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Successful completion of First Aid and CPR Courses within the one (1) year of date from hire as a condition of continued employment is required. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. May be required to carry a firearm, work odd hours and visit offenders' home. Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results. Employment is conditional pending results of pre-employment drug test.

Statutory Requirements: Assignment as a Probation Parole Officer at NMCD must adhere to the following: * At the time of their appointment, be citizens of the United States. * At the time of their appointment, have reached the age of majority. * Be of good moral character and not have been convicted of a felony or any crime of moral turpitude in the courts of this or any other state or in the federal courts. * Subject to a drug test as a condition of employment and on-going random drug testing as a condition of assignment to a safety sensitive position. * Successful completion of the New Mexico Department Of Corrections Basic Probation and Parole Officers Certification Training within twelve months of hire and annual re-certification. * Maintenance of skills in self-defense, handcuffing, baton, and chemical agents and annual re-certification.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an adult prison environment, which includes daily contact with and supervision of inmates. May be required to work odd hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Supplemental Information:

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Agency Contact Information: Stephanie Vincenti (505) 670-3071, or email: Stephanie.Vincenti@cd.nm.gov

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position: This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.