Job details

Location: Richland County, South Carolina
Work type: Onsite
Compensation: $57,361 - $60,872/yr
Posted: today
Apply on: governmentjobs.com

About this role

About the Department

Is responsible for performing any one or a combination of professional-level probation and parole functions to include supervision of intensive, high, and administrative risk offenders, conducting investigations, oversight of Court/Board related functions and performs general law enforcement duties such as maintaining order during emergencies and participants in special operations. Is responsible for gathering information regarding the criminogenic risks and needs of incarcerated inmates and utilizing evidence-based practices to develop and document re-entry and supervision plans.

Position Duties

A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work. An associate's degree and two (2) years of military or law enforcement experience may substituted; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of military or law enforcement experience may be substituted.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976.

Note: Must be currently Class 1 (C-1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses; an associate's degree and two (2) years of military or law enforcement experience may substituted; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of military or law enforcement experience may be substituted. Experience in probation and parole work.

Other Qualifications

Please note: This is an entirely on-site, in-office position.

Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.

SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.

SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Supplemental Questions

01

Indicate your highest level of education completed.

High School/GED
Associate's degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher

02

How many years of relevant experience do you have in law enforcement, probation & parole, or the armed forces?

1 -2 years
3 - 4 years
5 years or more
None

03

Are you currently employed with SCDPPPS?

Yes
No

04

If currently employed with SCDPPPS please list your current position and location.

05

Are you currently Class 1 (C -1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy?

Yes
No

06

Please present a brief statement of interests and qualifications for the position you are applying for.

07

How did you find out about this position?

State Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
Career Fair
Social Media
Friend
DPPPS Recruiter
DPPPS Employee
TV/Streaming
Internet/online Advertisement
Other

08

If you answered "DPPPS Employee" or "DPPPS Recruiter" please list the name of the employee.

09

If you answered "Other" please tell us how you learned of this position.

10

Do you have any relatives currently under supervision of this Department? If yes, provide names and relationship below.

11

Are you following SCDPPPS on Facebook and/or Twitter to keep up with SCDPPPS current job posting?

Yes
No

12

Have you ever done any of the following with SCDPPPS?

Volunteer
Intern
Job Shadow
None

13

If you have ever volunteered, been an intern, or job shadowed with SCDPPPS, please provide county/location and date.

14

Law Enforcement Officers of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face or throat/front of the neck, or the area of the chest that would be visible while wearing approved attire are prohibited; tattoos below the wrist, except for a single band tattoo on one finger of either the right or left hand are prohibited. Non-sworn employees of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face are prohibited. Do you understand the SCDPPPS’ tattoo policy?

Yes
No

15

This agency does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.?

Yes
No

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon Address 293 Greystone Boulevard

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210 Phone803-734-6000

About State of South Carolina, SC

State of South Carolina, SC

Richland County, South Carolina

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