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Parole Officer

 
Background
Parole officers supervise people who have been released from prison before the end of their sentence. They meet regularly with their clients to check they're following the conditions of their release, such as staying away from certain places or people, attending programmes, or finding employment. Parole officers also help their clients rebuild their lives by connecting them with support services like housing, training, and counselling.
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Publications
Criminal Justice QuarterlyProbation Journal
Books
The New Jim CrowJust MercyThinking About Crime
Movies
Orange Is the New BlackThe Innocent
Key Figures
Michelle AlexanderBryan StevensonCecilia Mendes de SousaGina Clayton
Classification
SIC Code9221, 922105The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference364.6, 361.6For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Probation and Parole OfficerCommunity Corrections OfficerOffender Supervisor
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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