Probation/Parole Officer HIRING EVENT - November 17, 2026

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

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Come to the event between 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to learn about becoming a Probation/Parole Officer (PPO)!  Eligible applicants who have completed an application prior to the event will have the opportunity to interview at the event.  Walk-in applicants are welcome and will be interviewed on a first come first served basis. Due to the high volume of applicants, you are encouraged to apply prior to the event to ensure an interview.  

Pitt, Craven, Onslow, Wayne, Pamlico, Nash, Edgecombe, Wilson

509 Dexter Street

Greenville, NC 27834

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Experience using computer software to maintain electronic records and databases
• Exercising independent judgment
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution. You may apply and interview 90 days ahead of your anticipated graduation date.

There is no equivalency for the four-year degree requirement based on N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. Must complete the Criminal Justice Standards Training requirements and all other requirements for General Certification within one year or as required by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

The mission of Community Supervision is to protect the safety of citizens in communities throughout the state by providing viable alternatives and meaningful supervision to offenders placed in our custody. The primary goal of Community Supervision is to reach an equal balance of control and treatment for offenders that will positively affect their behavior and lifestyle patterns.

Applications are valid for one year from the date of application. For a list of FAQs, click here: FAQs.

For more information about certification, please visit NC Department of Justice Correctional and Probation/Parole Officer Certification (ncdoj.gov).

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 Workday account.  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.

If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact a Human Resources Professional at: ProbationParoleApplicant@dac.nc.gov

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

DACWorkday@dac.nc.gov