- Pay
- $48–71k
- Where
- Davidson, NC · New Caledonia · Rockingham, NC
- Level
- Mid
Agency
Adult Correction
Division
Job Classification Title
Probation/Parole Officer (S)
Position Number
Grade
PR07
About Us
The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!
Description of Work
Hiring Event!
SAME DAY INTERVIEWS AND OFFERS!
This hiring event will focus on vacancies in the below counties in Judicial Division 3: Guilford, Davidson, Randolph
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
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Come to the event between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to learn about becoming a Probation/Parole Officer (PPO)! Eligible applicants who have completed an application prior to the event will have the opportunity to interview at the event. Walk-in applicants are welcome and will be interviewed on a first come first served basis. Due to the high volume of applicants, you are encouraged to apply prior to the event to ensure an interview.
This hiring event will focus on vacancies in the below counties in Judicial Division 3: Guilford, Davidson, Randolph
Event Information :
When: Wednesday, December 9th, 2026
Where:
760 Park Centre Drive
Kernersville, NC 27284
Event Hours: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Salary Range : $48,374-$70,586
Salary Grade : NC07
Are you looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference? Consider a career in Probation!
As a member of our team, you will contribute to public safety by providing supervision, case management, and intervention services to criminal offenders released to the community.
Once hired, Probation/Parole Officers must pass a firearms test, self-defense class and the Basic PPO Certification Exam.
Probation/Parole Officers enjoy annual salary increases with a step pay plan! In your first year of work as a North Carolina Probation Officer, you will earn $48,374.00, and after one-year of satisfactory employment, your salary will be increased to $51,518.00. After six years, you will be earning in excess of $70,586! Applicants with experience in a related position such as probation or law enforcement, Juvenile Court Counselor, or Correctional Case Manager may qualify to start at a higher step. Be sure to list ALL of your past work experience in your application so we can qualify you to start at the highest possible pay.
What are the duties of a Probation/Parole Officer? 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.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Experience using computer software to maintain…