Probation Officer (Multiple Positions): P&P District #30 Hampton #P3011

State of Virginia • Hampton, VA

349d • $46,884 - $51,847

About The Position

The Probation Officer I position involves providing day-to-day supervision to probationers requiring both intensive and regular probation/parole/post-release supervision. The officer will assess the criminogenic and treatment needs of the probationer and actively apply evidence-based practices, including effective communication skills, principles, and techniques to promote internal change within the probationer. Collaboration with probationers, district, and community resources is essential to develop and manage individualized treatment plans. Responsibilities also include making home and community contacts according to case needs and supervision plans, preparing Pre-sentence Investigations, sentencing guidelines, and other reports as assigned in a timely manner, and testifying and providing sentencing recommendations to the court/attorney.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Working knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• Experience with case management and counseling techniques, including Motivational Interviewing.
• Demonstrated ability to write reports and work with individuals in conflict with the legal system.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Capable of independent judgment and action.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of probationers, co-workers, and community-based organizations.

Nice To Haves

• Individual counseling experience and/or casework with adults.
• Education in Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Sociology/Social Work, Criminology, Administration of Justice, or Public Safety.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision to probationers requiring intensive and regular supervision.
• Assess criminogenic and treatment needs of probationers.
• Apply evidence-based practices to promote internal change within probationers.
• Collaborate with probationers, district, and community resources to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Make home and community contacts as per case needs and supervision plans.
• Prepare Pre-sentence Investigations, sentencing guidelines, and other reports in a timely manner.
• Testify and provide sentencing recommendations to the court/attorney.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees