Duties and Tasks
Receive and evaluate PSI requests, pursue leads, and gather evidence through interviews, statements, and records analysis.
Review criminal history, police reports, victim impact statements, and criminal complaints before offender interviews.
Inform crime victims of their rights and assist victim advocates with requests, recovery, mediation, and impact statement preparation.
Conduct criminal history checks, warrant inquiries, and license abstract reviews. Maintain case records.
Inform offenders of rights, responsibilities, and PSI purpose; interview offenders using criminogenic domains (e.g., criminal history, employment, finances, family, etc.).
Administer risk/needs assessments and collect PSI fees.
Coordinate with law enforcement, regulatory agencies, and relevant entities.
Confirm information gathered during interviews and maintain communication with ND DOCR staff, courts, attorneys, and other agencies.
Document investigations and prepare PSI reports with sentencing recommendations based on ND Century Code guidelines.
Present evidence and testimony in court and administrative hearings.
Monitor offender compliance and report to the court.
Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and maintain statistics for required reports.
Stay updated on DOCR and community-based programs available to offenders.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor's degree and two years of work experience in investigations, law enforcement, or closely related field. The appointing authority shall designate specific degree and experience requirements pertinent to the position at the time of recruitment. Must be able to meet strict deadlines, manage time independently to meet deadlines, and have proficient oral and written communication skills.
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Application Procedures
All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed above. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts
Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Contact Brian Miller, 701-934-1467, brianlmiller@nd.gov or TTY 800-366-6888 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
