Senior Parole Case Analyst for Special Assignments

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State of North Carolina
Wake County, NORTH CAROLINA, United States
43738 - 76542 USD / Year
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Description of Work The position of Parole Case Analyst II is the advanced level of analyst work within the Parole Commission. This position will perform both advanced level analyst work within the Parole Commission and will handle special work projects and assignments for the Parole Commission. Advanced level analyst work requires more in-depth knowledge of multiple sentencing laws and the computation of eligibility dates, knowledge of both the prison and probation/parole systems, and knowledge of the psychological and sociological aspects of offenders and the availability of resources to promote social rehabilitation of offenders. Special work assignments focus on providing quality assurance within the Parole Commission’s caseload work and promote operational efficiency through the special work projects and tasks assigned to the position by managers and supervisors.The position’s caseload work typically involves analysis of post-release supervision cases, misdemeanor and felony parole cases including Life sentences, judicial review Life Imprisonment Without Parole cases, and occasional work with mixed law sentences. Work involves compiling information on offenders utilizing a variety of reports and criminal databases, creating a detailed written case analysis, and making recommendations to Parole Commissioners on the feasibility of granting parole or setting the conditions of post-release supervision. Recommended supervision conditions may include the placement of offenders in specific types of transitional, treatment, and/or supervision programs to address offenders’ needs if or when released to supervision. Position may coordinate releases to other states or jurisdictions such as for Interstate Compact transfer, Immigration, or release to pending charges. Position is responsible for reviewing and compiling all pertinent data related to each case file such as crime version, socioeconomic data, criminal history, drug and alcohol history, institutional reports, and from criminal databases such as OPUS records (mainframe and web-based), OMNIDOCS, CJLEADS, court records from the Administrative Office of the Courts and E-courts, motor vehicle records, and ICOTS.The special work assignments and projects within the Parole Commission typically involve work with specialized populations such as sex offenders and Life Sentence offenders being considered for clemency. This position will assist with court-ordered record requests and perform other recordkeeping duties to include work with the Governor’s Clemency Office, review or creation of statistical reports using Microsoft Word and Excel, and entry of records and data into computer programs such as Share point and Power DMS. Work involves the review of confidential/privileged/sensitive communications of offender records including psychological and medical records and victim information. Effective communication with offenders and their family members, victims and their family members, attorneys, and other interested parties of any case is required. Special work assignments will also include individual tasks and work in teams.This is an Internal Posting open ONLY for current North Carolina Department of Adult Correction employees and eligible RIF Candidates from NC State Government. To include eligible current Temporary Employees.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) withNote to Current State EmployeesState employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesEffective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.Management Preference

  • Thorough knowledge of the methods, objectives, and problems of parole and post-release work.
  • Thorough knowledge of sentencing laws to include all applicable rules and regulations.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the habits, attitudes, and psychology of offenders with criminal tendencies.
  • Experience working with Offender Population Tracking System (OPUS) and/or (OPUS) on the Web or an Offender tracking system.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
See for details.Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of related experience such as probation and parole or criminal justice experience that has included involvement in interpreting sentencing laws and statutes;ORAn equivalent combination of education and experienceSupplemental and Contact InformationCome Join Us To Make A Difference!Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.The Post-Release Supervision and Parole Commission is the agency responsible for releasing offenders under eligibility guidelines established in North Carolina General Statutes. In cases where the Commission has discretionary release authority, this mission is accomplished through thorough analyses to determine when and under what circumstances it is in society’s best interests to allow an offender to be released from prison and serve a portion of the sentence under supervision in the community. In cases where the Commission does not have discretionary release authority, this mission is accomplished through establishing conditions of supervision and an aftercare program that will enhance the probability that the offender will be successfully reintegrated back into the community.
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to the education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

  • Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
  • If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
  • If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice – Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements:

. * The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: REA
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, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s . This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process. * If you were ever charged with a criminal offense at some point in your life, you will be required to provide certified and true copies of warrant(s) and judgment(s) for each offense (other than a minor traffic violation) as a condition of employment, even if documentation and charges have previously been reported to this agency.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click “Application Status.” If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help- Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Lisa Byrd at .NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.

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