5107540 Newport News, 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:

Surveillance Officer:

P&P District #19 Newport News #P1919

State Role Title:

Probation Officer Assistant Hiring Range:

$36,189.00•$48,224.00

Pay Band:

3

Agency:

Dept of Corr•

Central Admin Location:

Newport News P&P Agency Website:

www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type:

General Public•G Job Duties Assists Probation Officers in the supervision, surveillance, and investigation of an assigned caseload of adult inmates. Investigates and verifies information on alleged violations. Assists in monitoring probationers and assists in preparing reports and maintaining documentation Minimum Qualifications Working knowledge of surveillance and investigative techniques. Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and Automated Databases. Demonstrated experience to collect pertinent information from a variety of sources, maintain logs, and document discussions with inmates, or probationers in a human service setting. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Working knowledge of an electronic, voice monitoring system &/or Shadowtrack. Additional Considerations Experience working with case management computer applications. Demonstrated experience making referrals to community resources. 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.

Layoff Preferences:

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.

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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.