Associate Probation Officer Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Parole and Probation Officer I or II SALARY: PO I - $5,112.00/Month (to start) Plus Excellent BenefitsPO II - $5,630.00/Month (to start) Plus Excellent BenefitsCLOSING: Open Until FilledDEPARTMENT: Community Corrections DESCRIPTION:Parole and Probation Officer I: Provide supervisory and investigative services to adult offenders placed on supervision by releasing authorities to reduce risk of criminal conduct through community supervision, sanctions, counseling, adjustment, rehabilitation and other services to manage offender behavior and elicit positive offender response. The employee will work independently with minimal supervision. Employees are expected to demonstrate a high level of commitment, professionalism and responsibility. Employees are expected to demonstrate effective participation as outlined within the Umatilla County Community Justice Department Team Rules (attached). They may be required to work weekends or nights.Parole and Probation Officer II: This is an advanced level of a two-level classification. The employee in this position will have considerable experience with the supervision, direction, and monitoring of adult offenders. The employee will work independently with minimal supervision. They will supervise those offenders representing an increased risk to reoffend in the community. Employees are expected to demonstrate a high level of commitment, professionalism and responsibility. They may be required to work weekends or nights. They provide supervisory and investigative services to adult offenders placed on supervision by releasing authorities to reduce risk of criminal conduct through community supervision, sanctions, counseling, adjustment, rehabilitation and other services to manage offender behavior and elicit positive offender response. Employees are expected to demonstrate effective participation as outlined within the Umatilla County Community Corrections Office Team Rules (attached). REQUIREMENTS:Certification of Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) required within 6 months of hire.Broad knowledge of adult behavior and adjustment problems and related treatment methods, probation practices and philosophy, the laws and regulations governing the operation of adult probation programs and the criminal justice system.Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information and perform as a team member with minimal supervision.Must possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.This is a safety sensitive position subject to satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screen.All applicants for this position will be subject to an extensive background check.Must successfully complete a department approved psychological exam including a recommendation for employment from the evaluator. Must possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.Parole and Probation Officer IFour years' experience in law enforcement, a social service, rehabilitate, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding and/or counseling individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal or social problems. Or an associate's degree in social services, such as Mental Health, Human Services, or Social Science and one year's experience. Or a bachelor's degree in behavioral science or a related field with major course work in behavioral science. Or two years' direct experience working in a community corrections program with adult offenders. Must have Department of Public Safety Standards and Training basic certification within eighteen months from the date of hire.Parole and Probation Officer IIMust have Department of Public Safety Standards of Training (DPSST) Intermediate Certification and a Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, behavioral science or related field or an Advanced DPSST Certification.Two years' experience in a social service, rehabilitate, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding and/or counseling individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal and/or social problems. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSBi-lingual in English/Spanish. UMATILLA COUNTY COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT TEAM RULESSo that everyone may maintain focus on the highest quality public safety services in Umatilla County, we are each committed to fostering an effective, safe environment within which to work. We require the following from all that choose to be a member of the Community Corrections Department: Avoids triangulation (does not talk about others behind their back or second guess the decisions of others, nor do effective team members listen to anyone else talk about a team member behind their back or second guess their decisions)Always steps in to help; sees a job and does it.Is honest-steps up to state their opinionIs truthful-relies on facts rather than on gossip or rumorsProposes solutions, not just problemsListensIs open to criticism; accepts coachingLeads by positive, effective example (Practice what you preach)Maintains a positive attitudeIs willing to do the same work they ask others to doComes to work prepared for the jobShares knowledge with othersAsks for helpAccepts helpOffers to helpWants to be here-shows up on time, has a positive attitude and demonstrates enthusiasmTakes pride in their appearanceHas good communication skills- listens, makes eye contact, others respond positively to his/her comments, asks questions, doesn't interruptTakes on responsibilityIs loyal (doesn't speak ill of the agency or others, performs high quality work)Shows Professionalism (appearance, pride in work, quality work, attitude, and consistency of behavior, behavior that reflects well on the agency.Respects othersTakes ownershipConformity- dresses properly, is consistent in the quality of work, uses the same policies, procedures, systems, ways of enforcing lawsKnows the jobDoes the jobDecentralizes decision-making authority as deeply into the organization as possibleInitiates and accepts personal education and developmentSolicits and is willing to accept different points of viewConsistently demonstrates effective use of available resources before personal interestsUtilizes the chain-of-command in an effective mannerUse of Umatilla County application is MANDATORY and must be submitted via our online portal at https://umatilla.casellehire.com/job. Anyone who qualifies for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment provided for in OAR 839-006-0435; please include proper certification (OAR 839-006-0465) with your application. Any applicant with a disability who needs reasonable accommodation in any step of the application or hiring process to assist or to demonstrate qualifications or to perform the essential functions of the job for which the applicant is applying should inform the Human Resources Department. Umatilla County provides employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants, without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other status protected by applicable Federal, Oregon, or Local Law.  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER