Department Information The mission of the Colorado Parole Board is to increase public safety by evaluating an individual's potential for successful reintegration into the community through innovative evidence-informed practices. Appointment Colorado Parole Board Members are appointed by the Governor to a three-year term, subject to confirmation by the Colorado State Senate pursuant to the provisions of §17-2-201 (1), C.R.S. Description of Job Please note: This position is primarily remote with some in-person meetings as needed. About the Position Parole Board members review, consider, and decide applications for parole. The board may parole any person who is sentenced or committed to a correctional facility when such person has served their minimum sentence, less time allowed for good behavior, and there is a strong and reasonable probability that the person will not thereafter violate the law and that release is compatible with the welfare of society. Members are expected to participate in board meetings, in-services, and training to remain up-to-date on research and best practices to guide evidence-based decision-making. Members should have experience working on a multi-disciplinary team involving criminal justice and behavioral health components and understand the use of risk assessments in evidence-based decision-making. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Application Hearings (~60%) * Preparation: Review relevant information prior to hearings to ensure well-informed, meaningful, and relevant application hearings as outlined in §17-22.5-404(4). * Application Hearing: Independently preside over hearings to gather information for release/defer decisions, including full board reviews and conditional discretionary releases. * Support Testimony: Collect testimony when appropriate during the application hearing. * Victim Testimony: Understand and respect victim rights and confidentiality, taking testimony separately unless the victim waives confidentiality. * Follow-up: Conduct follow-ups or further research on inmate/case information before rendering a decision. * Action (Decision): Make decisions and complete necessary documentation within the information management systems, considering the risk of reoffending based on actuarial risk assessments and structured decision-making processes. Set parole conditions to mitigate risk and enhance protective factors, ensuring all decisions comply with relevant laws, rules, policies, and procedures within required timeframes. Revocation Hearings (~10%) * Preside Over Hearings: Determine if the parolee has violated parole beyond a preponderance of the evidence and decide the appropriate response within legal, rule, and policy confines. * Statutory Timeframes: Ensure all statutory timeframes are met. * Board Appointed Attorney: Assess parolees for eligibility for a Board Appointed Attorney and appoint one if criteria are met. * Evidence Admission: Rule on the relevance and probative value of evidence provided by all parties. * Parolee Rights: Protect the parolee's rights throughout the hearing. * Action (Decision): Make decisions and complete necessary documentation within the information management systems, adhering to relevant laws, rules, policies, and procedures. * Revocation Appeal: Review cases to assess the validity of parole violations and ensure procedural fairness. File Reviews, Full Board Reviews, & Other Hearings (~20%) * File Reviews: Conduct file reviews for inmates not required to be present at the hearing. * Full Board Reviews: Present and review complex cases involving significant public safety interests with multiple board members. * Rescission Hearings: Conduct hearings to review and potentially reverse parole decisions. * Special Needs Parole: Evaluate special needs parole cases involving individuals with unique circumstances. * Early Parole Discharge: Review and decide on Early Parole Discharge requests from the Parole Division. * Probable Cause Hearings: Conduct probable cause hearings to validate parole violations and determine the necessity for further action. Process Improvement (~5%) * Collaborate with all parties (Parole Board, Victim Services Unit, Time & Release, etc.) to improve system efficiency and effectiveness. * Develop guiding/supporting documents and policies. * Participate in Lean, 4DX, and other process improvement initiatives. * Vote in Business Meetings, review and approve Policies & Procedures, minutes, and other required approvals. * Participate in retreats, WIGs, cadence of accountability, and required training. Other Duties (~5%) * Participate in committees, task forces, and/or work groups. * Support onboarding and mentoring of new staff or Parole Board Members. * Undertake assignments as directed by the Chair. * Engage in public speaking. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications * Five years of experience in a relevant field with knowledge of: * Parole laws and guidelines * Rehabilitation * Correctional administration * The criminal justice system * Issues associated with victims of crime * Actuarial risk assessment instruments and other offender assessment tools used by the board and the Department of Corrections A combination of relevant experience and education in all aspects of the criminal justice system is preferred. Special consideration for higher education, behavioral health, therapeutic experience, special offender programming, community-based offender service expertise, and other clinical, legal, and research-based qualifications. A combination of minimum experience and education in all aspects of the criminal justice system is preferred. Special consideration for higher education, behavioral health, therapeutic experience, special offender programming, community based offender service expertise and other clinical, legal and research based providers will be considered. Attention to the need to reduce recidivism is an important goal for the Colorado Board of Parole. Supplemental Information The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including: * Medical, dental and vision plan coverage - including extensive prescription drug coverage (many preventive medications covered at no cost)*. * Health Savings Account (with state contribution) when electing HDHP medical coverage*. * Wellness programs - participation can reduce employee premiums*. * Short-term and optional long-term disability coverage*. * Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance*. * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*. * Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML). * 11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave * Retirement benefits - including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans -https://www.copera.org/ Hybrid work arrangements. Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-LifeDiscount Program. Training and professional development opportunities, including reduced college tuition throughCSU Global(contact CSU Global for latest offerings). Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP): offers confidential mental health counseling, professional coaching, employee mediation, 24/7 crisis support. Credit Union of ColoradoMembership Eligibility. * To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit the state's benefits portal:https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), see COPERA for details:https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. ADAAA Accommodations The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us. Conditions of Employment Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment. To Apply: A single document (in PDF or doc.x format) which includes your cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. This document must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements. Please submit as one complete document (in PDF or doc.x format) your cover letter and resume and proceed to the application portal: Application Portal:https://www.colorado.gov/governor/boards-commissions-application NOTE: applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis.