CDOC - Community Parole Officer (Denver Metro)

Job Opportunity with the State of Colorado

The Division of Adult Parole manages and supervises inmates / parolees on a 24 / 7 basis to provide public safety and opportunities for successful re-entry. This unit ensures compliance with federal and state statutes, CDOC regulations, and other established rules for the supervision of inmates / parolees.

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

• Conduct field work (e.g. pre-release plan investigation, home visitation, job verification, parole violation investigation), including after hours to contact inmates / parolees at their residence of record;
• 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);
• 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;
• 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 include graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or a combination of coursework and professional work experience in criminal justice, corrections, social work, counseling, which equals four (4) years. Applicants must possess and maintain a current and valid Colorado POST certification at the time of application. Necessary special requirements include being at least 21 years of age, possessing a valid and unrestricted driver's license, and having no felony convictions or domestic violence history.