Dayton Region - Parole Officer Continuous Posting 2026

Organization Rehabilitation & Correction - Parole and Community Service Agency Contact: Gina Seel - View email address on click.appcast.io Unposting Date: Aug 9, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location: DPCS Montgomery 1901 South Gettysburg Avenue Dayton 45417 Primary Location: United States of America Compensation: $26.68 Schedule: Full-time Work Hours: 40 Job Overview Guided by the agency's mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” this position is for a security‑mindful professional to serve as a Parole Officer in the Dayton Region covering counties: Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clinton, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, Shelby and Warren. This is a continuous posting for 60 days. Responsibilities Under general supervision oversee offenders. Interview, visit, and observe offenders at residence, workplace or other community locations. Utilize evidence‑based supervision practices to facilitate behavioral change. Obtain certification in the Ohio Risk Assessment System and complete offender risk assessments as directed. Review documents, records and reports to develop case plans with offenders to address identified risk factors. Maintain and review case plans throughout supervision period to gauge progress of established goals. Provide individual and group advice by listening, speaking, and providing written instructions to offenders. Conduct visual and auditory surveillance, including operating electronic monitoring equipment. Perform drug testing, maintaining a written chain of evidence. Conduct DNA testing as prescribed by statute. Find employment and vocational opportunities for offenders by making referrals to community service agencies. Maintain contact with offender families, friends, employers and others. Manage caseload, analyzing and making community referrals to adjust offender activity. Supervise substance abusers, drug offenders, sex offenders, special releasee and special needs offenders as required. Conduct placement, arrest, and violation investigations; produce investigative reports for court or administrative use. Update and use records via field officer tools (FOT). Travel to offender homes, employment sites, jails, courts, etc., using personal or state vehicle. Prepare information and initiate packets for Parole Board Hearings. Screen inmates for eligibility and recommend transfer into transitional control program. Respond to inmate inquiries in writing. Conduct and complete clemency and other investigations, produce reports to support board decisions. Facilitate special hearings. Deliver arrest, hold, and release orders. Secure and deliver search warrants and subpoenas. Investigate violators‑at‑large, arrest violators, and conduct search and seizure of contraband, using force or restraints as necessary. Develop and present cases at revocation hearings. Collect, organize, and examine evidence; cross‑examine witnesses; testify as required. Provide work direction and train staff, including orientation and in‑service training. Oversee outpost office staff. Perform background investigations on prospective employees. Build working relations with community agencies, citizen groups, and criminal justice agencies. Write or dictate speeches and presentations for authorized speaking engagements. Participate on community councils and committees. Coordinate with halfway houses, prevention programs, and state hospitals. Present pre‑release programs at penal institutions. Travel to staff meetings, conferences, and training sessions. Conduct themselves professionally and in accordance with Ohio Department standards of employee conduct. Qualifications Associate’s degree from an accredited institution and two years experience in criminal justice, corrections, law enforcement, social service or related field; no firearms prohibition; valid driver’s license. Or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; no firearms prohibition; valid driver’s license. Or equivalent minimum class qualifications; must have passed parole officer assessment within past 12 months or be a current employee who was previously certified. Probationary period of 365 days; probationary parole officers may not transfer through canvass but may be reassigned by management. Skills Criminology/Criminal Justice; Critical Thinking; Verbal Communication; Written Communication. Benefits Medical coverage. Free dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums after eligibility period. Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year. Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave. Education and development opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more). Additional Information All final applicants will be required to submit to urinalysis for drug testing and to undergo a criminal background check. The Ohio Department prohibits hiring individuals with firearms disability, sexual abuse convictions, terrorism related convictions, or felonies directly related to the position. The State is a drug‑free workplace and requires compliance with state drug‑free policies. Reasonable accommodations are available for the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio