Parole Officer Jobs in NJ

Find parole officer jobs in New Jersey. View salary ranges, requirements, and career paths for Parole Officer Recruit, Senior Parole Officer, and superviso

Category: Law Enforcement

Parole officers supervise offenders released from state correctional facilities, ensuring compliance with parole conditions and facilitating reintegration into the community.

Typical Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, or related field
• Valid NJ driver's license
• Must pass background investigation
• Physical and psychological examinations required

Career Progression

• Parole Officer Recruit
• → Parole Officer
• → Senior Parole Officer
• → Supervising Parole Officer

About NJ Civil Service Employment

New Jersey civil service positions offer competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, pension enrollment through PERS or PFRS, and job security through merit-based employment protections. Most positions require passing a competitive examination to be placed on an eligibility list. Promotional opportunities allow advancement through clearly defined career ladders within each job family.

Positions may be available at state agencies, county governments, municipal governments, or school districts. Local government positions follow the same civil service rules as state positions and use the same job titles and specifications.

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