Probation Officer

Prince George County, VA; Prince George (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Community Corrections in Prince George County, VA is seeking a Proba tion Officer to conduct intake interviews, monitor clients, testify in court, supervise probationers, and prepare files and records. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, or human services with related experience.

The successful candidate will be expected to complete CORE Training and VCIN certification within specified timeframes and pass pre-employment drug testing and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, or human services.
• Ability to complete CORE Training within 1 year and VCIN certification within 6 months.
• Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews with applicants.
• Monitor progress of clients on probation.
• Testify in court as needed.
• Supervise probationers and ensure compliance with conditions.
• Prepare and maintain case files and records.

Skills

Criminal Justice Knowledge

Human Behavior & Interventions

Case Management

Communication Skills

Decision Making

Oral & Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Evidence-Based Practices

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice/Social Work/Human Services

Job description

Riverside Community Corrections is seeking qualified applicants for a Probation Officer to conduct intake interviews; monitor clients' progress; testify in court; supervise probationers; prepare files and records.

Successful candidate must have general knowledge of the criminal justice system, human behavior and interventions, case management, domestic violence, substance abuse, mental illness, community resources, and Evidence-Based Practices in community corrections; ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing; ability to make decisions and interpretations in accordance with established rules, policies, and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with offenders, stakeholders, and the general public.

Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, or human services supplemented by three years of related experience. Successful candidate must complete the DCJS CORE Training within one year and obtain VCIN certification within 6 months from date of hire. Completion of a pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check, to include fingerprinting, is required. EOE.