Transfer Only - Probation Officer - Portland

Portland , Maine , United States | Correctional Services | Full-time

Apply by: May 22, 2024

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Maine Department Corrections (MDOC), Adult Community Corrections, Region 1, this position is located in Portland, and is open to current Probation Officers only.

Maine Department of Corrections (MDOC) is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Adult Community Corrections is committed to a new model of corrections, one promoting the safety and wellbeing of staff and clients, while also ensuring community clients see fewer barriers as they meaningfully engage with rehabilitative-focused services. This operating philosophy, known as the Maine Model of Corrections, is founded in the principles of normalization and humanization, with emphasis on destigmatization, respect, and modernization of the Department as a whole.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Supervise and manage clients assigned to MDOC or released to the community;

• Assess clients’ risks and needs;

• Counsel and supervise clients while on probation or other forms of community release;

• Prepare after-care, pardon, and pre-sentence investigation reports for the court;

• Perform interstate compact duties and participate in the formulation and oversight of community reentry release plans; and

• Make decisions relative to the referral, detention, prosecution, disposition, and discharge of clients.

Administrative duties include, but are not limited to, gathering, and entering data into a computer tracking system and providing various reports from this information, so that effective decisions can be made regarding delivery of service.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge of:

• Maine criminal code and criminal court procedures

• Social service agencies operating in the community

• Investigative practices and techniques

• Motivational interviewing techniques

• Evidence-based principles and practices

Ability to:

• Counsel adult clients

• Communicate effectively

• Write clearly and effectively

• Apply casework principles, methods, and techniques

• Objectively assess clients and make appropriate decisions

• Administer assessment tools to make individual situational determinations

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Develop adult clients subject matter expertise

• Distinguish between obligation to public safety and responsibility to client

• Act appropriately in stressful situations

• Work without direct supervision

• Control an aggressive person

• Operate a motor vehicle

• Use a laptop or personal computer

• Prepare and maintain detailed records/reports and individual rehabilitation case plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice, a Behavior Science or Social Science area, or a closely related field and six (6) months of experience in probation/parole work, counseling or case management, or law enforcement activities. Directly related experience may be substituted for educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a Class C Maine Driver’s License.

  Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and if applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration, and certifications.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 19% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal) .

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.