Supervises and coordinates the activities of probation and parole law enforcement staff.
This classification is used for the first level of management, supervisors in a county office below Agent-In-Charge, and as supervisors below the level of Manager-In-Charge.
Plans, directs and coordinates probation and parole activities within a designated area of responsibility. Assigns specific duties to subordinates. Explains directives and decisions to subordinates. Advises subordinates of changes in laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Monitors the work of probation and parole staff through reviews of records and reports and through personal observation and initiates actions to correct any deficiencies. Selects, supervises and evaluates the performance of probation and parole staff. Trains probation and parole staff in how to properly perform their duties. Keeps records and prepares reports regarding activities. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with local law enforcement personnel, court officials and community leaders. Coordinates probation and parole activities with other agencies, organizations and service providers.
Knowledge of probation, parole and pardon processes. Knowledge of statutes, regulations and evidence-based practices pertaining to probation, parole and pardon. Knowledge of modern law enforcement techniques and procedures. Knowledge of offender management techniques. Knowledge of community resources and service agencies. Skill in the operation of law enforcement vehicles, weapons and communications equipment. Knowledge of personnel and fiscal practices in state government. Ability to correctly evaluate situations and make good decisions. Ability to read and comprehend written materials. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize and review work activities of subordinate staff. Ability to lead, guide, train, advise and assist subordinates in a manner conducive to high professional standards, full performance and good morale. Ability to build and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships.
C-1 Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with Section 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976. Some positions require a commercial driver's license.
A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work. An associate degree and two (2) years of military or certified law enforcement experience or a high school diploma and four (4) years of military or certified law enforcement experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses.