Probation Officer: Empower Change & Community Safety

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections in Culpeper is seeking a Probation Officer I to supervise adults on probation and contribute to public safety. The position includes salary in the hiring range and opportunities to advance within the department.

New hires may receive a $5,000 split payment: $2,500 within 30 days of hire and $2,500 after successful completion of the probationary period. The job emphasizes evidence-based practices and community reintegration.

Qualifications

• Casework management experience including direct delivery of services.
• Working knowledge of the criminal justice system and case management techniques.
• Experience with motivational interviewing or other evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision to adults under probation, parole, or post-release supervision.
• Assess criminogenic and treatment needs; develop individualized supervision and case plans.
• Use evidence-based practices to encourage positive change and accountability.
• Partner with treatment providers, employers, and community organizations.
• Conduct home and community visits as appropriate.
• Prepare pre-sentence investigations and progress reports; testify in court and provide sentencing recommendations.
• Monitor compliance and take corrective action, including revocation when necessary.

Skills

Casework management

Communication

Motivational Interviewing

Education

Rehabilitation Counseling/ Psychology/Sociology/Criminology/Administration of Justice

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Virginia Department of Corrections in Culpeper is seeking a Probation Officer I to supervise adults on probation and contribute to public safety. The position includes salary in the hiring range and opportunities to advance within the department.

New hires may receive a $5,000 split payment: $2,500 within 30 days of hire and $2,500 after successful completion of the probationary period. The job emphasizes evidence-based practices and community reintegration.