Probation Officer (D1807)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14+ paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Health and dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia Careers is seeking a Probation Officer I for the Department of Juvenile Justice in Alexandria, VA. The position involves juvenile probation and parole supervision, intake responsibilities, and delivering interventions to promote youth rehabilitation and public safety.

The role requires 12–18 months of extensive training, including a 4-week in-person program within the first six months. Travel is routinely required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of criminal justice system including court proceedings.
• Ability to interview clients effectively.
• Knowledge of client counseling techniques.
• Ability to assess client needs and develop case plans.
• Ability to identify community resources and human service agencies.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing; produce written reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• A valid driver's license is required or obtainable by hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic and delinquent intake services.
• Supervise juvenile probation and parole.
• Deliver interventions to promote behavioral change and public safety.
• Complete training during the first 12–18 months of employment.
• Travel day or overnight is a routine requirement.

Skills

Criminal justice

Interview clients

Counseling techniques

Case planning

Community resources

Written reports

MS Office

Driver's license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Title: Probation Officer (D1807)

State Role Title: Probation Officer I

Hiring Range: $58,842 - $68,648

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: CSU 18 - Alexandria

Agency Website: http://www.djj.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

It is the policy of the Commonwealth to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Commonwealth positions offer a competitive benefits package, which includes: Fourteen (14) paid holidays, Paid and Unpaid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Family Personal, Parental and FMLA), Health and Dental Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (Counseling), Flexible Spending Account, and Life Insurance.

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.

The role of Probation Officer requires extensive training throughout the first 12-18 months of employment. As part of this requirement, all newly hired Probation Officers must complete a 4-week, in person training within the first six months. Day and overnight travel are routine requirements for this position outside of training.

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, selected candidates must possess the following:

• 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

Additional Considerations

Additional considerations include the following:

• 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

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:

Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License:

A valid driver's license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:

You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Lay off Policy 1.3:

If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans:

DJJ is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations:

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

Contact Information

Name: Carolyn Nrown

Phone: email only

Email: [e-mail]

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.