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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailTitle: Probation Officer (Multiple Openings): P&P District #15 Roanoke #P1574
State Role Title: Probation Officer I 69091
Hiring Range: $46884.00 $51847.00
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept of Corr Central Admin
Location:Roanoke P&P
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public G
Job Duties
Position contributes to the agencys public safety mission by providing supervision and monitoring of probationers from Courts and the Parole Board in accordance with DOC standards; to enhance public safety through supervision followup and the use of community resources and commitment or recommitment if necessary.
Position provides daytoday supervision to probationers who require both intensive and regular probation/parole/postrelease supervision; assesses the criminogenic and treatment needs of the probationer; actively applies evidencebased practices including effective communication skills principles and techniques to promote internal change within the probationer; collaborates with probationer district and community resources to develop and manage individualized treatment plans; makes home and community contacts in accord with case needs and supervision plans; prepares presentence investigations sentencing guidelines and other reports as assigned in a timely manner; and testifies and provides sentencing recommendations to the court/attorney.
Sign On Bonus $5000 split payment $2500 payable within 30 days of hire and $2500 payable after successful completion of employee probationary period.
Probation Officers participate in Virginia Law Officers Retirement System (VaLORS) which is a defined benefit plan with enhanced benefits for hazardous duty. VaLORS participants are eligible to retire at age 60 with five years of creditable service or as early as age 50 with 25 years of creditable service. A reduced benefit is available at age 50 with five years of creditable service.
Minimum Qualifications
Individual counseling experience and/or casework with adults including direct delivery of services. Working knowledge of the criminal justice system case management and counseling techniques that may include Motivational Interviewing and other evidencebased 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. Ability to work with diverse groups of probationers coworkers and communitybased
Additional Considerations
Advanced Knowledge in Rehabilitation Counseling Psychology Sociology/Social Work Criminology Administration of Justice and Public Safety or related field. Experience and skill in Microsoft Office products. Bilingual and Multilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate must be eligible and successfully obtain required VCIN certification.
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 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 preemployment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Drivers 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 Virginias 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:
Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RSUMS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION
In support of the Commonwealths 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). ServiceConnected 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.
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.
Required Experience:
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Full-Time