Correctional Officer

## Community Corrections Officer I - Community Supervision & Corrections DepartmentApplylocations: Rosenberg, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR1331-05-26**Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers):** Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!* Conducts interviews and evaluations of offenders, visitations to jail, and pre-sentence investigations.* Conducts office, telephone conversations and field visits with probationers on scheduled basis, after work hours or on weekend.* Research, prepare and evaluate violation reports and make the appropriate modifications to the requested reports.* Administer random drug and alcohol testing through urinalysis and hair testing and make appropriate referrals for assessment and treatment.* Maintain and record documentation on each defendant’s case; prepare statistical data bi-monthly on all cases assigned.* Ensures offenders receive court directed counseling, screening and referrals as needed.* Maintains communication with other agencies involved in offender’s supervision plan.* Supervises electronic monitored offenders.* Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.**MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:*** Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or field approved by the State.* No previous job related experience required.* Computer and organizational skills; Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.* Verbal and written communication skills; Interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the Probationer, the public, other employees and elected officials.* Required to become a certified corrections officer within one year of employment by attending training provided by the state.**STARTING SALARY RANGE:** $22.96 - $28.70 hourly based on qualifications**CLOSING DATE:** Upon filling 3 positions**All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.** Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit *Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.* #J-18808-Ljbffr