Yancey County, NC30+ days ago
Place offenders into appropriate supervision levels through investigative and assessment processes; Respond to offender behavior and non-compliance; Make referrals regarding treatment that offenders need; Counsel offenders; Carry officer safety package to include a firearm, pepper spray, and protective vest; Intervene in crises and conduct arrests; Evaluate what an offender needs to successfully complete probation or post-release and parole; Officers interact with court personnel, victims, community agencies, and law enforcement personnel; Officers must maintain a professional demeanor while working with potentially volatile and assaultive offenders and be able to defend oneself and others if the need arises; Officers must work with and maintain positive professional working relationships with offenders, community leaders, law enforcement, and court officials. Probation/Parole Officers: Are assigned a state car Carry and use gun and OC Pepper spray Do not always work with a partner and are expected to make home visits, sometimes in the middle of the night when on-call Must be able to arrest offenders Search an offenders home Must be able to learn a variety of software Make decisions about punishment of an offender who is non-compliant Must be able to pass certification requirements to include attending eight consecutive weeks of Basic training and remain on campus overnight.