High Risk Unit Officer Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4841709) Apply  High Risk Unit Officer Salary $61,110.40 - $94,806.40 Annually Location Fairfield - 52556 - Jefferson County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-02200 Agency 228 Corrections - Community Based Corrections - Fairfield Opening Date 02/20/2025 Closing Date 3/13/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST Point of Contact Melanie Imhoff, (641) 472-4242, ext. 585, melanie.imhoff@iowa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description Are you ready to take on one of the most dynamic and impactful roles in community corrections? As a High Risk Unit Officer (Probation/Parole Officer 3) with the Iowa Department of Corrections, you will be on the front lines of public safety - engaging with high-risk individuals, ensuring compliance, and making a real difference in your community. This challenging and rewarding position is ideal for those who thrive in high-stakes environments and are committed to law enforcement, rehabilitation, and public safety. This is a uniform peace officer position with all equipment provided and an assigned vehicle. In this role, you will: Lead Field Operations & Maintain a Strong Community Presence – The majority of job duties are conducted in the field, where you will conduct investigations, surveillance, home visits, pursuit, apprehension, and arrests of high-risk individuals under correctional supervision. Apply Advanced Law Enforcement Skills – Utilize expert knowledge of the criminal justice system, Iowa Code, and evidence-based practices to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and promote public safety. Conduct home visits, searches, field checks, and execute warrants while adhering to legal protocols. Respond with Urgency & Professionalism – Act swiftly and decisively in emergencies, disturbances, and crisis situations, ensuring community safety while using de-escalation and defensive tactics as necessary. Balance Enforcement with Rehabilitation – Utilize a treatment-and-accountability approach to encourage and empower clients in making positive life changes. Conduct cognitive-behavioral interventions, motivational interviewing, and case planning to support rehabilitation and reduce recidivism. Conduct Specialized Supervision – Assess and monitor individuals with complex needs, including substance use issues. Perform urinalysis/breathalyzer tests, implement graduated sanctions and incentives, and maintain compliance with supervision conditions. Prepare & Present Critical Reports – Deliver high-quality written and oral reports for courts, parole boards, administrative hearings, and law enforcement agencies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to Iowa Code and department policies. Collaborate with Law Enforcement & Community Partners – Build strong working relationships with courts, law enforcement, and service providers to facilitate client reentry, supervision, and public safety efforts. Utilize Law Enforcement Tools & Tactics – Conduct searches, monitor suspicious activity, detain and arrest individuals when necessary, and operate law enforcement vehicles to effectively carry out duties. This is not your typical 9-to-5 job - it’s a career of purpose, challenge, and service. This high-impact career offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to directly contribute to public safety. If you have what it takes to lead in high-risk situations, apply today to become a High Risk Unit Officer with the Iowa Department of Corrections! Minimum Qualification Requirements Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: + Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and experience equal to three years of full-time work in a human services or criminal justice field. + A total of seven years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience. + Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes thirty months of full-time work as a Probation/Parole Officer 2. For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description. 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If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa. + Yes - I understand and agree. + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq? + No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq + Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq 03 Have you graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field, and have experience equal to three years of full-time work in a human services or criminal justice field? + Yes + No 04 Do you have a total of seven years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience? + Yes + No 05 Do you have current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes thirty months of full-time work as a Probation/Parole Officer 2? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 228 Corrections - Community Based Corrections - Fairfield Address 1805 W Jefferson Fairfield, Iowa, 52556 Website https://doc.iowa.gov/find-facility/eighth-district Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email