Probation/ Pretrial Officer

Prince William County Government; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement from VRS

401a and 457 retirement plans

Paid Annual Leave

Paid Personal Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Optional Medical and Dental Plans

Optional Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County Criminal Justice Services is seeking a full-time Probation/Pretrial Specialist to supervise and support clients using Evidence Based Practices. The role emphasizes risk assessment, case planning, and collaboration to reduce risk and promote public safety.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with 5 years of related experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred. Evening travel may be required, with typical Mon-Fri schedule and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 5 years of related experience (criminology, psychology, social services, counseling, or court-related work).
• Preferred: bachelor's degree in Criminology, Psychology, Social Services, Counseling, or related field with 5 years of probation/pretrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to probation/pretrial clients in the community.
• Develop and monitor case plans including follow-up.
• Conduct risk assessments and make referrals based on identified needs.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally; engage in 1:1 case planning and client coaching.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Risk assessments

Written communication

Oral communication

Customer service

Group facilitation

Presentations

1:1 case planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminology / Psychology / Social Services / Counseling or related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the community? Do you have a strong desire to help others make positive changes in their lives? Are you optimistic, able to make sound decisions and able to manage your time efficiently? Are you looking to expand upon your leadership skills and serve as a team player? Do you believe in working in a collaborative effort to ensure people are receiving the best services? If you have a passion to empower others to achieve success and assist them to improve upon their individual growth, take your career and leadership skills to the next level and make Prince William County Criminal Justice Services your place of employment!

About This Role:

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual with exceptional interpersonal skills for a full-time Probation/Pretrial Specialist. Prince William County Criminal Justice Services is an Evidence Based Practices Agency. It is a fast paced, growing, family style organization that promotes public safety. We strive to reduce victimization, break the cycle of crime, and contribute to community restoration by incorporating the use of Evidence Based Practices to assist those under our supervision make positive changes in their lives.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related field such as criminology, psychology, social services, counseling, or work involving court proceedings, case supervision, or related judicial processes.

Preferences:

The successful candidate will have:

• A bachelor's degree in Criminology, Psychology, Social Services, Counseling, or a related field, and 5 years of experience related to probation/pretrial services.
• Experience in the supervision of clients in the community
• Case management experience
• Experience conducting risk assessments and making referrals upon identified needs
• Experience working 1:1 in the creation of case plans to include follow-up
• Customer service experience
• Group facilitation experience
• Experience making presentations
• Experience working with individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System
• A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Special Requirements:

Some overnight travel.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday typically between 8 am and 5 pm

Starting Salary Range

$36.37 - $50.24

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.