Senior Probation Officer Team Lead: High-Risk Caseload

DHRM; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Probation Officer Senior (Team Leader) in Norfolk to supervise probationers and coordinate with courts and the Parole Board. The role emphasizes coaching, mentoring, and evidence-based practices to promote public safety and effective case management.

The position requires strong knowledge of the criminal justice system, case management skills, and the ability to work with community resources to develop treatment plans and prepare reports for

Qualifications

• Knowledge of adult criminal justice system and counseling techniques.
• Ability to manage time and meet timelines.
• Experience presenting reports to audiences is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor probationers per DOC standards to enhance public safety.
• Lead a specialized caseload of high-risk individuals; conduct investigations and casework.
• Mentor and train staff; manage vacancies and review presentence reports.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Case management

Counseling techniques

Microsoft Office

Education

Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Probation Officer Senior (Team Leader) in Norfolk to supervise probationers and coordinate with courts and the Parole Board. The role emphasizes coaching, mentoring, and evidence-based practices to promote public safety and effective case management.

The position requires strong knowledge of the criminal justice system, case management skills, and the ability to work with community resources to develop treatment plans and prepare reports for