Probation Officer (D1352)

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

4d•$58,842 - $64,697•Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth. Probation Officers will provide domestic and delinquent intake services, and juvenile probation and parole supervision. The officers will also provide effective interventions and services for competency development and accountability to promote juvenile behavioral change and public safety.

Requirements

Knowledge and/or experience of the criminal justice system to include court proceedings
Knowledge of techniques to interview clients
Knowledge of client counseling techniques
Knowledge and ability to assess client needs and to develop case plans
Knowledge and ability to identify community resources and human service agencies to support families
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing including the creation of written reports
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products
A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain by the date of hire

Nice To Haves

Experience working with juveniles and their families
Probation Officer experience
Experience with community programming
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, guidelines and procedures
Bilingual in Spanish and English

Responsibilities

Provide domestic and delinquent intake services
Provide juvenile probation and parole supervision
Provide effective interventions and services for competency development and accountability to promote juvenile behavioral change and public safety