Probation Officer

Chesterfield Community Corrections Services provides supervision, case management and supportive services to individuals under pretrial and local probation supervision in Chesterfield County and the City of Colonial Heights. Our probation team is seeking a qualified candidate to provide case management and court ordered supervision to individuals referred for a variety of charges.

About the role

The ideal candidate for the position is passionate about working with individuals, eager to collaborate with stakeholders, and comfortable with holding individuals accountable for adhering to court ordered conditions. This caseload at any time can range from 80-120 cases.

Responsibilities

• Supervise individuals under court ordered probation supervision who may have substance use disorder, mental health diagnoses, etc.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with court ordered supervision conditions and provide notifications to the court of non-compliance.
• Create, develop, and maintain partnerships with the Chesterfield Sheriff’s Department, Chesterfield Mental Health Support Services and other stakeholders.
• Encourage clients to engage with Peer Recovery Specialists.
• Perform drug and alcohol testing as needed.
• Provide extensive and accurate written notification to Judges, Commonwealth’s Attorneys and defense attorneys.
• Testify in court as required.
• Perform other work as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology or Social Work preferred.
• One year of relevant experience in human services/criminal justice field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge of judicial system and community supervision.
• Caseload management skills and knowledge of legal and evidence-based practices.
• Computer competency to include operating a personal computer, work issued cell phone and related software, other standard office equipment.
• Accurate and timely documentation in multiple databases.
• Completion of Core Skills through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.
• VCIN certification.
• Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
• This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice’s “Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy” and therefore requires passing a more stringent criminal background check.
• Must be a US citizen or have been a lawful resident of the US for the past ten consecutive years.
• This position is considered Critical Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited.
• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of the interview date.

Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Critical thinking skills to include making sound decisions in high stress situations and judgments that may impact a client’s freedom and community safety.
• Ability to accurately apply policies, practices, and the Code of Virginia to probation supervision.
• Skills to build internal and external relationships.
• Knowledge of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Effective Practices in Correctional Settings (EPICS).
• Work as a member of the Probation Team and participate in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

• 40 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) upon hire.
• Credit towards the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
• Career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.
• Platforms for staff input through committees such as Organizational Health, Diversity, Safety, and Drug Testing.
• Full time clinicians on staff, a full time Peer Recovery Specialist, and victim services.
• Training in Effective Practices in Correctional Supervision and Motivational Interviewing.

Pay

$56,107.00 - $65,927.00 Annually

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; occasional evenings/weekends

Work Environment

Chesterfield County Community Corrections Services (CCS) is a recovery-based organization with a proven track record for developing Officer, Senior Officers, Supervisors and Directors. The agency offers:

• A Recovery Court, Veterans Docket, and specialized programs.
• Multiple bi-lingual staff.
• Opportunities to assist justice-involved individuals while developing and/or growing a career.
• Collaborative work environment with active participation in county and state committees and professional associations.
• Emphasis on continuous learning, training, and career development.

In this position, your decisions potentially impact the freedom of individuals and the safety of our community. The work is often fast paced and rigorous, with a high bar for engagement and motivation beyond day-to-day tasks.