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Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Probation Officer Sr. (Sex Offender Treatment Services): Central Administration #00508

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A Probation Officer or Correctional Treatment Specialist supervises criminal offenders who have been placed on probation as part of a court sentence. Meets with offenders and families, monitors activities, and checks to see that the terms of the probation are being followed. Arranges social services for the offender such as drug rehab or job training; writes reports and recommendations to the court.

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Probation Officer Sr. (Sex Offender Treatment Services): Central Administration #00508 Dept of Corr
  • Central Admin
  • 3.2 Richmond, VA Job Details Full-time $57,092
  • $101,378 a year 17 hours ago Qualifications Probation case management Management Electronic monitoring in community supervision Interviewing clients Crisis management in social services Legal knowledge in community supervision Interviewing GPS devices Client progress monitoring (community supervision) Correctional setting experience Full Job Description 5107762 Richmond, Virginia, United States Div of Community Corrections Public Safety Full-Time (Salaried) Closing at: Jul 24 2026•23:55 EDT Dept of Corr•
Central Admin Title:
Probation Officer Sr. (Sex Offender Treatment Services): Headquarters #
DCC00508
State Role Title:
Probation Officer I Hiring Range:
$57,092
  • $101,378
Pay Band:
4
Agency:
Dept of Corr•
Central Admin Location:
Dept of Corrections Agency Website:
www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type:
Agency Employee Only
  • A Job Duties This position will report in the Hampton Roads area.
To enhance public safety by providing researched and evidenced based supervision and treatment services to probationers transitioning into the community and probationers under probation/parole or Conditional Release supervision with Departmental policies and procedures. Supervises a specialized caseload of sex offenders, performs investigations, case management, and administrative services. Minimum Qualifications Experience as a sex offender supervision specialist in a Probation & Parole District. Considerable experience of sex offender treatment methods, social casework, and supervision with sexual offenders. Working knowledge of civil commitment laws and conditional release supervision in the community. Demonstrated experience and competence with GPS installation and monitoring. Demonstrated ability to lead the work of other professional staff; to communicate effectively orally and in writing; to interact with offenders and the public; to organize and implement casework services; to initiate independent actions and carry out assignments with minimal supervision; to intervene in crisis situations; and to develop and maintain good interagency relationships. Skilled in interviewing, gathering & interpreting info to assess needed services & requirements. Additional Considerations Completed the required academy courses for a sex offender supervision specialist. Knowledge of Evidenced Based Practices, current sex offender treatment methodology, and knowledgeable of the post-conviction sex offender polygraph. Valid Virginia Driver's License. Major course work in Sociology/Psychology/Criminology/Rehabilitative Counseling or a related field. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements:
All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements:
Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements:
Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.
Contact Information Name:
Human Resources Phone:
804-641-9840
Email:
EMAILED APPLICATIONS/R
ÉSUMÉS
WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to
DARS/DBVI
to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022
  • February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.