Job Description

Posting number: 27-00126

Department: Community Corrections Services

Job classification: Probation Officer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections, Probation

Who We Are

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. 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.

What You Do and How You Do It

• 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.

Here’s What You Need

• 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.

What Sets You Apart

• 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.

Chesterfield County offers an attractive benefits package, including 40 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) upon hire. Did you know that working for a local government provides credit towards the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)?

Career Development and Work Environment

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Real Talk

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. At Chesterfield County Community Corrections Services (CCS), we are unique, set a high bar for engagement and motivation beyond day-to-day tasks, and strive to excel in our overall field of work. We offer platforms for staff input through committees such as Organizational Health, Diversity, Safety, and Drug Testing. We work together as a department, often in teams, to collaboratively complete our work. Staff actively participate in county and state committees and our professional association. We emphasize continuous learning, training, and career development. We have full time clinicians on staff, a full time Peer Recovery Specialist, and offer victim services. Staff receive training in Effective Practices in Correctional Supervision and Motivational Interviewing. CCS is a recovery-based organization. Our agency has a Recovery Court, Veterans Docket, and specialized programs. CCS has multiple bi-lingual staff. We have a proven track record for developing Officer, Senior Officers, Supervisors and Directors. If you are interested in a wide range of opportunities to assist justice involved individuals while developing and/or growing a career, consider joining CCS!

Qualifications

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

Supplemental information

Community Corrections Services