Probation and parole officers jobs in the United States

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Counted Oct 27, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 331
Employers: 132

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $29.99Across 82 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $65,298Across 45 listings
Average starting payUSD / month: $5,349Across 12 listings

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Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 1%2 listings
On-site: 15%50 listings

Not specified: 84% (279 listings)

Employers hiring include Sacramento County Probation Department (38), Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET (19), Dept of Corr - Central Admin (14).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Probation and parole officers jobs in the United States

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Probation Officer Assistant
State of Nebraska
Beatrice, NE
- $42,863.87 USD / year
JR2026-00030156 Probation Officer Assistant (Open)
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Adult Probation Officer 1/2B (PCN 20-6863)
State of Alaska
Bethel, AK
- $44.46 to $55.02 USD / hour
The Department of Corrections, Division of Pretrial, Probation, and Parole is recruiting for a Adult Probation Officer 1/2B at the Bethel Probation Office located in Bethel, Alaska.
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Parole Officer I
State of Kansas
KS
Search Keywords: Corrections, Parole, Criminal Justice, Case Management, Social Work
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Probation Officer
36th District Court
Detroit, MI
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Probation and Parole Officer I
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Owensboro, KY
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Probation and Parole Officer I
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Louisville, KY
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Juvenile Probation Officer - Gang Court
Harris County
Houston, TX
- $58,572.8 USD / year
Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) is the third-largest juvenile justice agency in the country and the second-largest department in Harris County, employing over 1,200…
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Juvenile Probation Officer - Drug Court
Harris County
Houston, TX
- $58,572.8 USD / year
Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) is the third-largest juvenile justice agency in the country and the second-largest department in Harris County, employing over 1,200…
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Juvenile Probation Officer
Harris County
Houston, TX
- $58,573 USD / year
About Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD):Harris County Juvenile Probation Department (HCJPD) is the third-largest juvenile justice agency in the country and the…
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Probation and Parole Officer I
Kentucky Personnel Cabinet
Carrollton, KY
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Probation Officer: P&P District #32 Henrico #P3246
Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Henrico, VA
Probation Officer (new hire) - $5,000 split payment, $2,500 payable within 30 days of hire and $2,500 payable after successful completion of employee probationary period.
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Adult Probation and Parole Officer 2026-02606
State of Wyoming
Cheyenne, WY · WY
- $29.76 USD / hour
Make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities by serving as a Probation and Parole Agent with the Wyoming Department of Corrections. This position…
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Probation Officer Supervisor
Cobb County Government
Marietta, GA
- $65,090.73 to $86,245.22 USD / year
…forward in the hiring process. The skills testing information and link will be sent via email after the closing date of this job announcement for applications received that successfully…
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Senior Deputy Probation Officer - Department Promotional - Probation
Kern County
Bakersfield, CA
- $35.86 to $42.86 USD / hour
This is a Department Promotional Examination and is open to eligible employees of the Probation Department.
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Probation and Parole Officer
State of Vermont
Middlebury, VT
…community setting. Duties include designing, administering, and monitoring services for a client's immediate and long-range needs. Duties also include addressing the needs of victims and…
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Probation/Parole Officer HIRING EVENT - November 17, 2026
Adult Correction
Pitt County, NC · Craven County, NC · Pamlico County, NC · Wilson County, NC · Onslow County, NC · Edgecombe County, NC · Wayne County, NC · Nash County, NC
…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…
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Probation Officer I/II
Washington County (MN)
Stillwater, MN
- $33.93 to $46.31 USD / hour
A Probation Officer I/II provides pre-trial, supervision and case management services that enhance public safety and facilitate behavior change with clients.
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Adult Probation Officer
Warren-Forest County Commissioners
Warren, PA
- $20.25 USD / hour
Adult Probation Officer Compensation: $20.25/hour This job posting is active until filled. Description Warren County is looking for an Adult Probation Officer that can counsel adult…
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Deputy Probation Officer Senior - Field
Placer County
CA
This is a promotional recruitment - only permanent and/or probationary County employees are eligible to apply.
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Probation Officer: P&P District #38 Emporia #P3810
Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Emporia, VA
Join the Virginia Department of Corrections and be part of a team that transforms lives and strengthens public safety. As a Probation Offic
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Probation and Parole Officer I
Kentucky Personnel Cabinet
Owensboro, KY
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Probation and Parole Officer I
Kentucky Personnel Cabinet
Louisville, KY
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Juvenile Probation Officer
Hays County
San Marcos, TX
- $25.82 USD / hour
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer and as an extension of the juvenile court, the Juveni
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Probation Officer (Union Co.)
East Tennessee Human Resource Agency, Inc.
Maynardville, TN
- $13.01 USD / hour
Maintain and submit data for monthly and quarterly reports for the Misdemeanor Probation Program for state and agency auditors.
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Probation Officer: (Sex Offender Specialist) P&P District #34 Williamsburg #P3421
Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Williamsburg, VA
Title: Probation Officer: (Sex Offender Specialist) P&P District #34 Williamsburg #P3421

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Probation and Parole Officer I

Louisville, KY, United States

$52,501.44 Annually

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Job details

Pay: $52,501.44 Annually
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

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11/5/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2605704

Probation and Parole Officer I

Pay Grade14

Salary

$52,501.44 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Click here for more details on state employment. (https://personnel.ky.gov/Pages/Careers.aspx)

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections

Location

410 West Chestnut Street

Chestnut Centre, 7th Floor

Louisville, KY 40202 USA

Description

Creating a better, safer Kentucky.

If you want to make a difference in your community and be a part of an exciting team, the Department of Corrections may have a Career for you! The Department is hiring for Probation and Parole Officers who contribute to the safety of the communities and re-entry of offenders into society.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Formulate a plan with the offender for ongoing supervision.
Prepare documentation as ordered by the Court System and Parole Board.
Act as liaison between the offender and the enforcement officials.
Testify in Court.
Prepare and maintain reports and records.
Provide supervision and counsel for offenders.
Submit and act on arrest warrants.

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Be highly motivated and self-directed.
Able to solve problems while working with a vast array of offender issues including addiction, behavior, family, housing, and employment.
Possess reasoning ability to solve problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions in a fast-paced environment.

All applicants must meet all federal and state laws applicable to the carrying, use, and possession of firearms and ammunition at the time of employment.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Experience in probation work and/or parole work, corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, social work dealing with the rehabilitation of offenders, or in the supervision and care of young adults (ages 12- 21) in a residential, correctional, group home, detention or day treatment program or any combination of the above will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be 21 years of age. Will be required to carry and/or use a firearm; applicant must not be prohibited from the purchase, receipt, or possession of firearms, ammunition, or both pursuant to applicable federal or state law while employed in this job classification; applicant must demonstrate competence with a firearm by successful completion of all required firearms safety training courses offered or approved by the hiring agency. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Employees typically work with convicted felons which may present hazardous situations such as arresting and/or transporting violators to proper authorities.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Matthew Hayes atMatthew.Hayes@ky.gov (Matthew.Hayes@ky.gov ?Subject=2605704 - Probation and Parole Officer I) .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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