Posting number: 2026-04486
Department: DPS - PAROLE & PROBATION
Job classification: PAROLE & PROBATION SPECIALIST 3
Posting type: Open Competitive
Categories: Public Safety, Probation
The Department of Public Safety is recruiting to fill multiple Parole and Probation Specialist 3 positions within the Parole and Probation Division in Las Vegas. The incumbents perform advanced technical and investigative duties within the Court Services Unit by conducting presentence investigations and preparing comprehensive reports for the District Court and Parole Board. Responsibilities include interviewing offenders in office, jail, and correctional settings; researching and verifying criminal history information; conducting risk and needs assessments; reviewing law enforcement reports, court documents, and victim impact information; determining restitution amounts; and gathering information from collateral sources to prepare presentence investigative reports. They will also accurately document offender information within Division records management systems, maintain case files, complete required reports and statistical documentation, and ensure compliance with Division policies and court-ordered deadlines.
Incumbents communicate professionally with judicial partners such as law clerks, judicial assistants, prosecuting and defense attorneys, law enforcement agencies, victims, treatment providers, and community partners while providing referrals and resources to offenders when appropriate. They may represent the Division in court; explaining presentence investigation findings and responding to questions regarding recommendations. Duties require the ability to analyze complex information, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, manage multiple assignments within established timeframes, operate various computer-based applications and office equipment, complete mandatory training, comply with State and Division policies and workplace safety procedures, and perform other duties as assigned, including operating a State vehicle when required.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of paraprofessional and/or technical experience researching and verifying information, maintaining case records, interviewing clients, and writing correspondence or reports in a law enforcement, social or behavioral services environment; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Parole & Probation Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Process documentation associated with the release of offenders being paroled, in residential confinement, in drug court supervision, and residing in a state other than Nevada; review files received from the court/parole board for required signatures, pre-release plan, criminal history, parole eligibility dates, and the terms and conditions of parole/probation.
Research the criminal and personal history of the offender including the facts surrounding the current offense, special conditions of release involving restitution, drug and alcohol treatment and testing, counseling and/or community service; obtain reporting instructions and transfer offender files to the appropriate location; notify victims prior to release of offenders or of special circumstances as requested; contact law enforcement agencies that have placed a hold on the offender and arrange for parole to the agency’s custody; contact service providers such as residential and inpatient programs and arrange for program participation upon release from custody.
Monitor offenders through written correspondence and the telephone; contact family, friends, neighbors, employers, treatment counselors and other law enforcement agencies to ensure the parolee or probationer is in compliance with stipulated agreements; establish and monitor compliance with payment plans and renegotiate payments if offender falls in arrears; track actions taken by the court/parole board; prepare various reports regarding violations of probation or parole, progress or discharge, and monthly caseload status; advise and direct offenders to comply with the terms of parole and/or probation.
Develop and maintain case files for each offender containing legal documents regarding criminal history, probation and parole agreements, monthly reports, correspondence and records which chronologically list contacts with the offender; develop and execute case plans; compile information, present recommendations, and submit various reports and documents to the court/parole board for review and action after obtaining supervisory approval; audit case files in compliance with agency standards; prepare statistical reports detailing case activity to conform with agency requirements.
Monitor and track hearing dates; provide documentation for hearings; make appearances at hearings and provide testimony as necessary; obtain hearing results and follow up on court/parole board directives, actions, and recommendations.
Incumbents at this level perform duties as described in the series concept at the advanced journey level and either: 1) Work in the Court Services Unit and assist offenders in completing the pre-sentence interview questionnaire, check offender’s criminal history, complete a risk assessment to determine criminogenic risks and needs. Or 2) Work in the Offender Supervision Unit, under the direct guidance of a sworn officer, and assist them in carrying out investigations and supervision duties to include performing administrative supervision functions for the lowest risk offenders that do not require peace officer certification such as receiving information from the offender, gathering additional information regarding the offender’s activities, determining compliance with administrative conditions of supervision, preparing reports, drafting correspondence, performing risk and needs assessments and documenting information within the records management system for assigned cases. or 3) Work in the Re-Entry Unit, where incumbents are physically located within a correctional facility and/or jail. or 4) Work as a lead worker in the Pre-Release Unit, Interstate Compact Unit, Warrants and Extradition Unit, or similar work unit staffed with a large number of Parole & Probation Specialists.
This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
Working knowledge of: techniques used to conduct extensive research into client or offender criminal, employment and/or income history; English composition skills sufficient to prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
General knowledge of: appropriate courtroom behavior.
Ability to: analyze information, problems, and objectives and identify and recommend solutions; assess and select appropriate communication methods when dealing with deviant and/or emotional behavior; prepare comprehensive investigative reports and recommendations; represent the agency in a pre-hearing or judicial environment; provide chronological exhibits and testimony in court; provide guidance and train new and lower-level staff.
Recruiter Contact Information: Kari Holcomb k.holcomb@dps.state.nv.us
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