TRENTON, NJ, January 11, 2022—The New Jersey State Parole Board, which is dedicated to the promotion of public safety and successful rehabilitation of offenders seeking to re-assimilate into society is seeking applicants for the positions of Parole Officer Recruit and Bilingual Parole Officer Recruit (Spanish & English). The starting salary for this position is $57,064.10 per year.

Applicants must meet the criteria for the position which include:

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• U.S. Citizenship; New Jersey residency upon acceptance of applicant
• Graduation from an accredited college or University with a Bachelor’s Degree
• Proof of all of the above criteria

The application process closes at 4 p.m., on February 28, 2022. Before proceeding with the application process, applicants must click here and read the 2022 Law Enforcement Examination Fact Sheet.

At the time of appointment, eligible candidates will be required to complete a Parole Officer Training Program as part of their one-year recruit period. Training consists of successful and proficient fulfilment in the use of firearms. Certified candidates who meet eligibility will also be required to undergo medical and psychological examinations.

For more information about the positions or the application process please visit: https://www.nj.gov/parole/careers/ or https://www.nj.gov/csc/ The State of New Jersey is an equal opportunity employer.

The mission of the New Jersey State Parole Board is to promote public safety and foster the successful rehabilitation of offenders through the implementation of policies that result in effective parole case management. A multitude of innovative parole initiatives assist the Board in addressing the needs of the community, crime victims, and offenders through responsible decision-making and supervision processes. These initiatives assist the New Jersey State Parole Board in meeting its important goals which include increased public safety, sustained recidivism rate reductions, and the successful and sustainable reintegration of offenders.