Probation Officer Senior (Reentry)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Job Number: 5015989
Salary: $53,815.00 $95,558.00
Closing Date: May 24, 2024
Supervises a specialized caseload of high-risk inmates; performs investigations, casework and administrative services. Effectively applies evidence based practices including effective communication skills, principles, and techniques to promote internal change for the probationer. Collaborates with probationer, district, and community resources to develop and manage individualized treatment plans. Make home and community contacts in accord 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. Emphasis on coaching and mentoring of all line probation officers, covering vacancies, providing training for new staff, and reviewing presentence reports for the district.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated experience keying pertinent information into an automated record system. The selected candidate must be eligible and have the ability to obtain Virginia Criminal Information Network, (VCIN) certification. Demonstrated ability to be a team player. Demonstrated leadership skills and position attitude. Skilled in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Additional Considerations
Valid driver’s license. Experience working in a probation and parole setting. Experience providing individual counseling; managing a caseload of adult’s probationers; writing and presenting reports to official or administrative entities; interviewing people for the purpose of gathering information; planning and directing projects; and training others. Major coursework in Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Sociology/Social Work, Criminal Justice, or English or equivalent training and/or experience.
