Probation/Pretrial Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement from the Virginia Pension

401a and 457 retirement plans

Paid Leave / Sick Leave / Personal/HDU

Paid Holidays

Group Medical, Dental & Vision

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County Criminal Justice Services is seeking a Probation/Pretrial Officer who can combine strong interpersonal skills with evidence-based practices to support adults under supervision. This fast-paced, collaborative agency aims to reduce victimization and promote community safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with five years of related experience, a bachelor's degree preferred, and the ability to travel overnight.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with minimum five years in criminology, psychology, social services, counseling, or related court processes.
• Bachelor's degree preferred with 2–3 years in probation/pretrial services.
• Experience in supervision, case management, risk assessments and referrals.
• Effective written and oral communication required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise probation/pretrial clients and support community safety.
• Conduct case management and risk assessments; make referrals as needed.
• Develop and follow 1:1 case plans with clients and perform follow-ups.
• Provide customer service, group facilitation, and present to others as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Customer service

Group facilitation

Case planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminology/Psychology/Social Services

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 Probation/Pretrial Officer. 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 2-3 years of experience related to probation/pretrial services. Experience in the supervision of clients in the community; case management, conducting risk assessments and making referrals upon identified needs, working 1:1 in the creation of case plans to include follow up; customer service, group facilitation, making presentations, working with individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System; and 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

Benefits

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

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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.