In a training capacity, is assigned a caseload of adult criminal offenders.

This is an in-training class.  Work performed at this level is carefully screened for appropriateness of assignment and closely reviewed.  Incumbents are assigned progressively more responsible duties and larger work loads as they gain experience and complete assigned training.

Participates in formal and on-the-job training to learn the duties of a Community Corrections Officer; staffs cases with co-workers and supervisor; accompanies higher level officers on field visits; makes field visits alone as skills increase;  

Learns to manage a caseload of adult criminal offenders; monitors conditions/prohibitions of supervision; updates supervision plans as needed; establishes and monitors monthly payment schedules for legal financial obligations; monitors the adjustment of offenders involved with in/out patient treatment programs; counsels offenders and/or refers them to counseling or other resource/treatment programs; makes home/field visits per offender classification standards;  

Learns to investigate alleged parole, probation, and sentencing violations; conducts searches and arrests; detains serious violators after proper approval; serves parole subpoenas; transports arrested offenders to jail, hearings, etc.; records, preserves and secures evidence;  

Learns to testify before courts, boards, and/or classification and disciplinary hearings; cross examines witnesses if an Assistant Attorney General is not present at parole violation hearings;  

Learns to conduct pre-sentence investigations and prepare reports; collects victim/witness information; completes the intake process on new cases including review of all required forms; completes risk assessments/reassessments;  

Learns to record contacts with offenders on chronological records sheets; maintains files in orderly chronological sequence; opens, closes, and purges files; completes OBTS data entry forms and accesses the OBTS data base; obtains law enforcement and WACIC records;  

Serves on committees and task forces; speaks to community service clubs, schools, law enforcement agencies, and similar organizations; 

Performs other work as required.

Knowledge of:  basic criminal justice system and community corrections; individual and group behavior.   

Ability to:  learn to manage a caseload of adult offenders; use authority constructively; gain confidence and cooperation of adult offenders; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; represent the agency positively before criminal justice agencies, community organizations, and the general public; appraise persons and situations accurately and adopt appropriate course of action; write and speak accurately; clearly, objectively, and effectively.

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

A Bachelor's degree. 

Note:  A valid driver's license may be required.