Juvenile Probation Parole Specialist II – Barrow CSO (Winder, GA)

About the role

The State of Georgia’s Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Juvenile Probation Parole Specialist II for the Barrow County Service Office in Winder. Under general supervision, you will provide social services and rehabilitation planning for juvenile offenders on probation or parole.

Key responsibilities

• Interview probationers and parolees regularly to assess progress toward rehabilitation goals and compliance with court‑mandated conditions.
• Recommend remedial actions or initiate court proceedings when offenders fail to meet probation or parole terms.
• Administer and document drug and alcohol testing, including random screenings, to ensure compliance with treatment programs.
• Prepare, maintain, and update case files for each assigned offender, documenting progress and legal issues.
• Conduct pre‑hearing investigations, testify in court, and advise on sentencing recommendations.
• Supervise community‑based sentences, perform curfew checks, and conduct home, work, or school visits as needed.

Required profile

• Associate degree in a related field with two years of human‑services experience, or four years of direct case‑management work with offenders and families.
• Must obtain and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within six months of hire.

What we offer

• Competitive annual salary of $43,050.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement and savings plan options.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.