COMMUNITY SUPERVISION OFFICER

Full Job Description

The position serves as the Community Supervision Officer located in the Office of Community Supervision and Intervention Services within Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the District of Columbia (CSOSA).

CSOSA provides community supervision of adult offenders released by the DC Superior Court or the United States Parole Commission on probation, parole and supervised release in the District of Columbia.

You may qualify at the GL-07 level, if you fulfill one of the following qualification requirements: A.

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates your ability to perform technical support duties in a social services, criminal justice, or case management environment.

This includes collecting and entering background information into risk/needs assessment tools and case management systems; assisting in the development and monitoring of supervision plans; maintaining case files and documentation; preparing case summaries and reports; conducting criminal record checks; coordinating routine communication with law enforcement partners; and researching community resources to support client referrals and service coordination.; OR B.

Successful completion of one full year equivalent to 18 semester hours of graduate-level education in behavioral or social sciences or a field directly related to the position, such as criminal justice.

OR Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the bachelor's level, demonstrated by one of the following: class standing in the upper third of your graduating class, a GPA of 3.0 or higher overall (or 3.5 in your major), membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies.

OR C. A combination of education and experience as listed above. You may qualify at the GL-09 level, if you fulfill one of the following qualification requirements: A.

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

OR B.

Successful completion of a full four-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in behavioral or social sciences, or in a field directly related to the position, that included at least 24 semester/36 quarter hours in behavioral or social sciences.

OR C. A combination of education and experience as listed above.

In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements for the GL-09 level, applicants must have had specialized experience and/or directly related education, which is fulfilled by one of the following: A.

One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-7.

Specialized experience is experience that is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Such experience includes the ability to investigate the background of criminal offenders in order to identify factors that determine their level of risk related to public safety.

Developing a supervision plan, setting priorities, and making appropriate referrals to social service programs. OR B.

Master's degree or at least two years of graduate level education in corrections or a related field, such as criminal justice, sociology, psychology, counseling, social work, or other course work related to the position.

OR C.

A Combination of Graduate Education and Professional Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate-level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.

Only graduate-level education above the first 18 semester hours of a course of study leading to a master's degree may be combined with experience.

You must submit a legible copy of your transcripts.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

The duties of this position include but are not limited to: Conducts Investigations and Risk/Needs Assessments: Assists with or investigates the background of criminal offenders by gathering and compiling information, collecting documents, reviewing files, interviewing program participants, and conducting criminal record checks using approved criminal justice databases (e.g., NCIC III, WALES, JUSTIS, SENTRY).

Utilizes risk/needs assessment actuarial tools to identify factors related to public safety and assess offenders' need for assistance.

Develops and Implements Supervision Plans: Supports the development of or develops supervision plans based on assessed risk and needs, sets priorities, makes appropriate referrals to social service programs, and identifies community-based resources aimed at decreasing recidivism.

Works with community partners to coordinate services and support client referrals.

Performs Case Management and Monitors Compliance: Performs case management services for individuals under supervision, including maintaining and updating case files, tracking participation in community-based programs through automated case management systems, conducting check-in calls and follow-ups, and monitoring compliance with the terms and conditions set forth by the releasing authority.

Alerts supervisors or appropriate authorities to changes, violations, or concerns.

Prepares Reports and Provides Court Support: Prepares draft and/or final written reports, case summaries, and updates that are accurate, complete, and timely.

Attends judicial conferences and, as applicable, provides written and oral testimony at court and United States Parole Commission hearings, including recommendations regarding the disposition of assigned cases.

Coordinates with Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Partners: Contacts and coordinates with law enforcement partners regarding offender status, warrant-related activities, and execution of warrants, and relays information to appropriate authorities as directed or based on independent evaluation of circumstances.