Probation/Pretrial Officer

PrInce William County Government
  • Prince William County, VA
  • $36.37–$50.24 Per Hour
3 days ago

Job Description

Probation/Pretrial Officer

Salary

$36.37 - $64.11 Hourly

Location

Prince William County, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610874

Department

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

C42

Hiring Salary

$36.37-$50.24

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Introduction

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the community? Do you have a strong desire to help others make positive changes in their lives? Are you optimistic, able to make sound decisions and able to manage your time efficiently? Are you looking to expand upon your leadership skills and serve as a team player? Do you believe in working in a collaborative effort to ensure people are receiving the best services? If you have a passion to empower others to achieve success and assist them to improve upon their individual growth, take your career and leadership skills to the next level and make Prince William County Criminal Justice Services your place of employment!

About This Role: We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual with exceptional interpersonal skills for a Probation/Pretrial Officer. Prince William County Criminal Justice Services is an Evidence Based Practices Agency. It is a fast paced, growing, family-style organization that promotes public safety. We strive to reduce victimization, break the cycle of crime, and contribute to community restoration by incorporating the use of Evidence Based Practices to assist those under our supervision make positive changes in their lives.

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related field such as criminology, psychology, social services, counseling, or work involving court proceedings, case supervision, or related judicial processes.

Preferences: The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in Criminology, Psychology, Social Services, Counseling or a related field and 2-3 years of experience related to probation/pretrial services. Experience in the supervision of clients in the community; case management, conducting risk assessments and making referrals upon identified needs, working 1:1 in the creation of case plans to include follow up; customer service, group facilitation, making presentations, working with individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System; and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Special Requirements: Some overnight travel.

Please note, if placed on our Intensive Community Supervision Program (ICS), you could be require to be

on-call and perform weekend duty on a rotating basis which requires work beyond normal

business hours include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday typically between 8 am and 5 pm

Starting Salary Range: $36.37-$50.24

We also offer great benefits, including:

  • Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
  • 401a and 457 retirement savings plans
  • Paid Annual Leave / Sick Leave / Personal Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Group Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Plans
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here for the class description.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

  • Temporary
  • Provisional
  • Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not be substituted for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

  • I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement
  • I decline to proceed any further in this process.

02

From the options below, select the response that best represents your highest level of completed education.

  • Bachelors Degree or higher in Criminology, Psychology, Social Services, Counseling or a related field
  • Bachelors Degree or higher in an unrelated field
  • Associate's degree in criminology, Psychology, Social Services, Counseling or related Field
  • Associates Degree in an unrelated field
  • HS/GED
  • No experience

03

Do you meet the minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related field such as criminology, psychology, social services, counseling, or work involving court proceedings, case supervision, or related judicial processes.

  • Yes
  • No

04

From the options below, select the response that best represents your highest level of experience providing probation/pretrial services to clients.

  • 6 or more years of experience
  • 4-5 years of experience
  • 2-3 years of experience
  • 1 year of experience
  • No experience

05

Do you have experience working for a county, state, or federal agency in VA as a probation, pretrial, or parole officer?

  • Yes
  • No

06

Please select all that apply: Skill Set, knowledge base, and database.

  • Completed CORE Training for Local Probation & Pretrial Officers
  • Effective Practices In Community Supervision(EPICS) trained
  • NCIC/VCIN Certification
  • Experience testifying in Court
  • Written Court Correspondence
  • Facilitating Groups
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • PSLP Case Management System
  • Risk/Needs Assessments

07

Do you have experience supervising adult pretrial/probationers?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers

Numbers & Facts

LocationPrince William County, VA
Salary$36.37–$50.24 Per Hour

Skills

  • Case Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Community and Social Servicesunmatched
  • Criminal Justiceunmatched
  • Criminologyunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Pharmacyunmatched
  • Probation/Paroleunmatched
  • Psychologyunmatched
  • Public Safetyunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Social Workunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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