Parole Officer jobs in Lexington, KY

Parole Officer is responsible for managing designated cases for prisoners who are on parole. Assesses the needs of the parolee, schedules and sets standards for supervision and creates reports on progress and behavior. Being a Parole Officer is responsible for scheduling or supervising rehabilitation program attendance and progress. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Parole Officer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Parole Officer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Parole Officer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Probation and Parole Officer I
  • Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • Danville, KY FULL_TIME
  • Advertisement Closes
    2/17/2024 (7:00 PM EST)
    24-00897
    Probation and Parole Officer I
    Pay Grade
    14
    Salary
    $52,501.44 Annually
    Employment Type
    EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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    Hiring Agency
    Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections
    Location
    672 David Ave
    Danville, KY 40422 USA
    Description
    Are you ready to Brave the Challenge?

    If you want to make a difference in your community and be a part of an exciting team, the Department of Corrections may have a Career for you! The Department is hiring for Probation and Parole Officers who contribute to the safety of the communities and re-entry of offenders into society.

    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Formulate a plan with the offender for ongoing supervision.
    • Prepare documentation as ordered by the court system and Parole Board.
    • Act as liaison between the offender and the enforcement officials.
    • Testify in court.
    • Prepare and maintain reports and records.
    • Provide supervision and counsel for offenders.
    • Submit and act on arrest warrants.
    The ideal candidate will have:
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Be highly motivated and self-directed.
    • Able to solve problems while working with a vast array of offender issues including addiction, behavior, family, housing, and employment.
    • Candidate should possess reasoning ability to solve problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in a fast-paced environment.
    Minimum Requirements
    EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.


    EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE


    Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE


    Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in probation work and/or parole work, corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, social work dealing with the rehabilitation of offenders, or in the supervision and care of young adults (ages 12- 21) in a residential, correctional, group home, detention or day treatment program or any combination of the above will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.


    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 21 years of age. Will be required to carry and/or use a firearm; applicant must not be prohibited from the purchase, receipt, or possession of firearms, ammunition, or both pursuant to applicable federal or state law while employed in this job classification; applicant must demonstrate competence with a firearm by successful completion of all required firearms safety training courses offered or approved by the hiring agency. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
    Working Conditions
    Employees typically work with convicted felons which may present hazardous situations such as arresting and/or transporting violators to proper authorities.
    Probationary Period
    This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
    If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Charece Brown at Charece.R.Brown@ky.gov.
    An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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Probation and Parole Officer I
  • Kentucky Department Of Corrections
  • Cynthiana, KY FULL_TIME
  • Advertisement Closes 7/21/2023 (8:00 PM EDT) 23-05970 Probation and Parole Officer I Pay Grade 14 Salary $40,603.68 Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME, ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0...
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Probation and Parole Officer I
  • kypersonnelcabinet
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Probation and Parole Officer I5452731161237
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Probation and Parole Officer I
  • Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Advertisement Closes 4/1/2024 (8:00 PM EDT) 24-01894 Probation and Parole Officer I Pay Grade 14 Salary $52,501.44 Annually Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 1...
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Probation and Parole Officer I
  • kypersonnelcabinet
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Probation and Parole Officer I5452731161884
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Probation and Parole Officer I
  • kypersonnelcabinet
  • Irvine, KY FULL_TIME
  • Probation and Parole Officer I 5452731144389
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Office Assistant
  • Adecco US, Inc.
  • Lexington, KY
  • Adecco is assisting in the search for an organized Office Assistant in Lexington, KY. This is a long-term opportunity th...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Construction Project Executive
  • Goodall Brazier
  • Lexington, KY
  • Responsibilities: The person selected for this role will be responsible for the overall management of one large $200MM +...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Account Executive
  • Longship
  • Lexington, KY
  • Longship is a third-party logistics company specializing in over the road truckloads of fresh, frozen, and dry shipments...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Project Executive
  • Richard, Wayne & Roberts
  • Lexington, KY
  • We are looking for a PROJECT EXECUTIVE to work on multiple distribution facility projects that range from $200MM++ each....
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Business Account Executive
  • SPECTRUM
  • Lexington, KY
  • Average target compensation $100k plus, with minimum commission guarantee JOB SUMMARY The Business Account Executive is ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Construction Project Executive
  • Goodall Brazier
  • Lexington, KY
  • Responsibilities: The person selected for this role will be responsible for the overall management of one large $200MM +...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Executive Administrative Assistant
  • Kindeva Drug Delivery
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Summary: The Executive Administrative Assistant at Kindeva Drug Delivery/Summit Biosciences is responsible for provi...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Office Manager
  • Equity Advisors of Kentucky Inc
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Title: Office Manager Employee Status: FT Department: Office and Administration FLSA Status: Non-Exempt OFFICE MANAG...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Lexington, Kentucky

Lexington, consolidated with Fayette County and often denoted as Lexington-Fayette, is the second-largest city in Kentucky and the 60th-largest city in the United States. By land area, Lexington is the 28th largest city in the United States. Known as the "Horse Capital of the World," it is the heart of the state's Bluegrass region. It has a nonpartisan mayor-council form of government, with 12 council districts and three members elected at large, with the highest vote-getter designated vice mayor. In the 2017 U.S. Census Estimate, the city's population was 321,959, anchoring a metropolitan are...
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Income Estimation for Parole Officer jobs
$52,653 to $65,896
Lexington, Kentucky area prices
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