Probation Officer - Shenandoah, United States - Department of Juvenile Justice

Department of Juvenile Justice

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Shenandoah, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Title:
Probation Officer (D2624)

State Role Title:
Probation Officer I

Hiring Range:
$58,842 - $64,697

Pay Band: 4

Agency:
Department of Juvenile Justice

Location:
CSU 2- Shenandoah County

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Job Duties

It is the policy of the Commonwealth to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens.

DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

DJJ is committed to the success of its transformation plan to bring a balanced approach of comprehensive services that prevent and reduce juvenile delinquency through partnerships with families, schools, communities, law enforcement, and other agencies.

Commonwealth positions offer a competitive benefits package, which includes: Fourteen (14) paid holidays, Paid and Unpaid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Family Personal, Parental and FMLA), Health and Dental Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (Counseling), Flexible Spending Account, and Life Insurance.

Incumbent will provide domestic and delinquent intake services, and juvenile probation and parole supervision.

Will also provide effective interventions and services for competency development and accountability to promote juvenile behavioral change and public safety.

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge and/or experience of the criminal justice system to include court proceedings

Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques
Knowledge and ability to assess needs and to develop case plans
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing including the creation of written reports
Knowledge and ability to identify community resources and human service agencies to support families.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Word
A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain by the date of hire

Additional Considerations

Preferred requirements include the following:
Experience working with juveniles and their families.
Experience with community programming

Special Instructions
Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

Pre-employment medical screenings may be required for some DJJ positions.

Valid driver's license is required by the date of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name:
Carolyn Brown

Phone:

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.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

**Equal Opportunity Employer