Probation Officer: (Sex Offender Specialist) P&P District #34 Williamsburg #P3421

DHRM•Williamsburg, VA

23h

About The Position

The Probation Officer (Sex Offender Specialist) supports the Virginia Department of Corrections’ public safety mission by supervising and monitoring adults on probation, parole, or post-release supervision. The role balances accountability with rehabilitation and uses evidence-based practices, communication skills, and professional judgment to promote pro-social behavior, reduce recidivism, and support successful community reintegration. The officer provides regular or intensive supervision, assesses criminogenic and treatment needs, and develops individualized supervision and case plans. The role also involves connecting individuals with community resources, conducting home and community visits as appropriate, preparing reports and sentencing materials, testifying in court, and taking corrective action when necessary. Applicants should demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, empathy, and a commitment to public safety and lasting change.

Requirements

Knowledge of social casework and treatment methods or therapies.
Knowledge of personality types, human behavioral tendencies, and socio-economic group characteristics.
Knowledge of grammar, composition, report writing, information gathering, and presentation techniques.
Ability to counsel people and intervene in crises.
Ability to assist probationers in developing and attaining goals.
Ability to organize, summarize, and present information orally and in writing.
Ability to manage time and prioritize work to meet required time frames.
Ability to gather, collate, and record information from personal interviews and written requests.
Ability to interact positively with probationers, colleagues, supervisors, the public, and community resource personnel.
Ability to give and receive guidance and instructions, process and interpret written and oral information, and carry out assignments with minimal supervision.
Valid operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, sociology or social work, criminology, or English, with a minor in areas such as adult education, business administration (especially personnel management), or administration of justice and public safety.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day regular or intensive supervision of adults on probation, parole, or post-release supervision and ensure compliance with court or Parole Board conditions.
Assess criminogenic and treatment needs using validated tools and develop individualized supervision and case plans.
Use evidence-based practices, including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral techniques, to encourage positive change and accountability.
Partner with treatment providers, employers, and community organizations to connect individuals with rehabilitation services and resources.
Conduct home and community visits as appropriate to supervision plans and case needs.
Prepare pre-sentence investigations, sentencing guidelines, and progress reports accurately and on time.
Testify in court and provide professional sentencing recommendations.
Monitor compliance and take appropriate corrective action, including recommending revocation when necessary to protect public safety.
Counsel people and intervene in crises; assist probationers in developing and attaining goals.
Gather, collate, analyze, interpret, summarize, and present information orally and in writing.
Manage time and prioritize work assignments to meet required time frames.
Execute and follow through on probationers’ supervision plans and personal work assignments.