Probation Officer (D0228/D0237)

DHRM • Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice is hiring Probation Officers to provide domestic and delinquent intake services, as well as juvenile probation and parole supervision. Officers deliver interventions and services that support competency development and accountability, encourage positive behavioral change among juveniles, and promote public safety.

The role requires extensive training during the first 12–18 months of employment. Newly hired officers must complete a four-week, in-person training within their first six months. Day and overnight travel outside of training are routine requirements. Multiple positions will be filled from this posting.

Requirements

• Knowledge of and/or experience with the criminal justice system, including court proceedings.
• Knowledge of techniques for interviewing clients.
• Knowledge of client counseling techniques.
• Knowledge and ability to assess client needs and develop case plans.
• Knowledge and ability to identify community resources and human service agencies that support families.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including preparing written reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• A valid driver's license, or the ability to obtain one 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 proficiency in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic and delinquent intake services.
• Provide juvenile probation and parole supervision.
• Deliver interventions and services that support competency development and accountability, promote juvenile behavioral change, and advance public safety.

Benefits

• Fourteen paid holidays.
• Paid and unpaid leave, including vacation, sick, family personal, parental, and FMLA leave.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (counseling).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed