HEARING OFFICER 1 STATE PAROLE BOARD

Code: 61753 State Competitive Range: P27 (FY 2027) Work week NL: FLSA exemptOvertime table (4A:3, Appx. A)

Salary: $87,507 - $128,718.8/year FY 2027 schedule (last updated 2026-07-27)

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under the limited supervision of a Hearing Officer 3 State Parole Board or other supervisory official, in the State Parole Board, conducts initial parole release and rescission hearings to make decisions on the release of persons held in custody; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

Conducts initial parole release hearings on inmates housed in correctional facilities to determine whether they should be released on parole. Conducts rescission hearings to determine whether a potential parolee is guilty of an institutional charge that is reason to extend or postpone a potential parole date. Reviews reports to determine whether there is a basis for denial of parole in the pre-parole reports. Provides recommendations to the State Parole Board whether to grant, deny or delay parole. Notifies the State Parole Board if there is a basis for a parole rescission hearing and notifies the person in custody verbally and in writing of the determination. Develops the restrictions and conditions required for the release of a parolee into society, which include obeying the law, living in an approved residence, reporting to a parole officer as directed, and other appropriate restrictions depending on the circumstances of a given case. Issues subpoenas to obtain needed information for all hearings. Maintains essential records, reports, and files. Advises and cooperates with the State Parole Board on all appeals on parole rescission actions. Assists in the preparation of weekly and monthly statistical reports. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of the due process provisions of appropriate cases. Knowledge of the techniques used to conduct hearings and take testimony. Knowledge of the methods used to gather and analyze information. Ability to advise the State Parole Board on parole rescission decisions and probable cause policy, rules, and regulations. Ability to interpret and apply relevant New Jersey statutes, Superior Court Appellate Division decisions, opinions/rulings of the Attorney General, and rules/regulations of the State Parole Board as applied to parole policies and procedures. Ability to organize and conduct parole rescission hearings within the requirements established by the decision and subsequent administrative/judicial decisions. Ability to understand and evaluate information on parole rescission and probable cause actions and make appropriate determinations in the course of action. Ability to prepare extensive, technical correspondence and Notices of Decision in the course of official duties. Ability to prepare clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports of hearings and other related matters containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to maintain essential records, reports, and files. Ability to advise the Office of the Attorney General on parole probable cause and rescission appeals and issues. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Eight (8) years of experience in a professional position directly related to parole. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and four (4) years of the above-mentioned professional experience. OR Possession of a JD or LLB from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.