Probation Officer

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Probation Officer to join our team. As a Probation Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring public safety by supervising and monitoring probationers from Courts and the Parole Board in accordance with DOC standards.

• Provide day-to-day supervision to probationers who require both intensive and regular probation/parole/post-release supervision.
• Assess the criminogenic and treatment needs of the probationer.
• Apply evidence-based practices, including effective communication skills, principles, and techniques, to promote internal change within the probationer.
• Collaborate with probationer, district, and community resources to develop and manage individualized treatment plans.
• Make home and community contacts in accordance with case needs and supervision plans.
• Prepare Pre-sentence Investigations, sentencing guidelines, and other reports as assigned in a timely manner.
• Testify and provide sentencing recommendations to the court/attorney.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Advanced knowledge in Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Sociology/Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a related human services field or equivalent applicable training or experience.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment drug screen. The Commonwealth of Virginia is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.