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Unit Team Supervisor (Institutional Parole Officer) 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Norton, KS 67654 From $31.53 an hour

• Full-time State of Kansas
• Norton Correctional Facility 406 reviews From $31.53 an hour
• Full-time Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting ID:

221541

Job Posting Closes:

July 19, 2026

Agency Information:

Norton Correctional Facility is state owned and operated prison under the Kansas Department of Corrections. Norton Correctional Facility is a prison comprised of minimum, low, and medium incarcerated residents. Norton Correctional Facility is split into two different physical locations, Norton, KS housing Central Unit and Stockton, KS housing East Unit. The Kansas Department of Corrections and Norton Correctional Facility adhere to the following mission, vision, and beliefs.

Our Mission:

Partnering to Promote Safety and Responsibility through Best Practices.

Our Vision:

Transforming Lives for the Safety of All.

Our Beliefs:

Our employees are our most influential resource. Everyone has worth and will be treated with dignity and respect through our words and actions. Everyone deserves compassion, empathy, and support. Everyone has the potential for future success through effective development and support. Transformative change is accomplished through teamwork and collaboration. Trust, honesty and transparency are essential to our success. Inclusive practices, acceptance and diversity are the foundation of our mission. Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) does not sponsor employment visas for any positions and does not participate in the

STEM-OPT

extension program. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents, please refer to the federal Form I-9. E-Verify Participation KDOC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with the information from your Form I-9 to confirm authorization to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please visit E-Verify.gov. For information about your rights under the Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER), please visit justice.gov/crt/immigrant-and-employee-rights-section. KDOC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. About the Position Who can apply: Any applicants that meet the minimum qualifications

Classified/Unclassified Service:

Classified Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday 8:00AM
• 4:30PM Eligible to

Receive Benefits:

Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible:

Yes Compensation:

$31.53+ hourly / $65,582.40+ annually Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities Maintain a list of upcoming scheduled releases; review the release on a regular basis; identify high risk residents and make recommendations about strategies to address the risk/need of these residents; establish a method for tracking releases; and communicate with unit team to ensure that release and reentry plans are prepared for residents scheduled for release. This includes providing technical assistance to counselors in support of developing the plans; following up on plans; tracking plans; communicating with parole about plans; and helping to develop resources needed to develop the plans. Maintain open communication and contact with unit team to remain informed on the progress of release plans being developed. Serve as a liaison between the Kansas Parole Board and unit team and parole staff related to release plans. Convene multi-discipline teams as appropriate to support release plans. Coordinate release and reentry planning with various specialized programs and positions (e.g., reentry, discharge planner, victim services, interstate compact, etc.) and assist unit team and residents in applying for services through those programs and services. Review release and reentry plans and information for accuracy, timeliness and compliance with department policies and applicable principles of risk, needs and responsivity. Support the development of release plans by working with residents on plans. This includes conducting reentry interviews, particularly on high risk residents; working with residents who are preparing to see the parole board to ensure they have a release plan in place; following up on resource issues with community providers and parole; addressing special needs of residents, such as mental health treatment needs, medication, housing, financial, identification, and so forth.

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years direct experience in criminal justice, the social sciences, or the behavioral sciences, and one year of experience working with offenders in corrections, parole or law enforcement.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Must have a Valid High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must have a Valid Driver's License. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position. Must take and pass drug screen, background check, and Tuberculosis (TB) test. Must be a current United States Citizen.

Recruiter Contact Information NCF Human Resources Email:

KDOC_NCF_HR@ks.gov

Phone:

785-877-6643 Job Application Process First Sign in or register as a New User. Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page.

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K.S.A. 73-201

will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference

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: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.

Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN:

Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator Office of Personnel Services Landon State Office Building 900 SW Jackson, Rm 401 Topeka, KS 66612 Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

Work Location:

In person