What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer: P&P District #11 Winchester/Front Royal position at Virginia Department of Human Resource Management?
Probation Officer : P&P District #11 Winchester / Front Royal #P1109
Job no : 5042339
Work type : Full-Time (Salaried)
Location : Winchester, Virginia
Categories : Public Safety
Title : Probation Officer : P&P District #11 Winchester / Front Royal #P1109
State Role Title : Probation Officer I 69091
Hiring Range : $50,884.00 - $55,847.00
Pay Band : 4
Agency : Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location : Winchester P&P
Agency Website : https : / / www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type : General Public - G
Job Duties
Sign on bonuses of $5,000 will be offered to new hires who sign a two (2) year tenure agreement ($2,500 paid at time of hire and $2,500 paid at the end of twelve-month probationary period).
The position is located in the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) northern pay band area and the hiring range listed includes a $4,000 pay differential associated with this District Office.
This position is located in our Front Royal office, 11B Water Street, Front Royal, VA 22630.
Provides day-to-day supervision to probationers who require both intensive and regular probation / parole / post-release supervision. Assesses the criminogenic and treatment needs of the probationer. Actively applies evidence based practices including effective communication skills, principles, and techniques to promote internal change within the probationer. Collaborate with probationer, district, and community resources to develop and manage individualized treatment plans. Make home and community contacts in accord with case needs and supervision plans; prepare Pre-sentence Investigations, sentencing guidelines, and other reports as assigned in a timely manner; testify and provide sentencing recommendations to the court / attorney.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid driver's license. Working knowledge of the criminal justice system, case management and counseling techniques that may include Motivational Interviewing and other evidence based practices. Demonstrated ability in writing reports and working with people in conflict with the legal system, to interpret and apply policies and procedures, and to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Capable of independent judgement and action. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of probationers, co-workers and community based organizations.
Additional Considerations
Individual counseling experience and / or casework with adults including direct delivery of services. Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Sociology / Social Work, Criminology, Administration of Justice and Public Safety or related field of study. Skilled in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
If selected as a finalist with the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), candidates can expect the following :
Background Investigation Requirements : All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements : Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements : Application and / or rsum for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11 : 55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and / or rsums will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and / or rsum.
Layoff Preferences : Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and / or rsum.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information : Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
Contact Information
Name : Human Resources
Phone : 804-298-4730
Email : Emailed applications are not accepted.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised : 31 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close : 14 Feb 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Salary : $50,884 - $55,847
