PROBATION PRETRIAL OFFICER

Job Summary

Performs professional work involving supervision of probationers and investigation and supervision of defendants.

Job Functions

• Provides supervision of probationers and defendants placed on supervision in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and evidence-based practices.
• Investigates and prepares reports for defendants incarcerated per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Presents investigations to the court; makes recommendations regarding defendant release/supervision; testifies regarding supervision adjustment/participation and makes appropriate recommendations when required.
• Utilizes Motivational Interviewing and other strategies/techniques, becomes an active participant in the change process to encourage positive internal change.
• Facilitates cognitive behavioral groups or other evidence-based interventions as required by the agency.
• Maintains all files in accordance with State and Local Standards and inputs all information into the PSLP database.
• Provides assessment, referrals and coordination of services with community-based agencies and other service providers that may be available.
• Completes risk/needs assessments, identifies criminogenic risks/needs and engages in case planning when appropriate.
• Provides written reports to the courts, files Show Cause and/or seeks the issuance of a Capias, when appropriate.
• Adapts, modifies and/or changes in accordance to evidence-based practices.
• Provides drug screening and testing per Standard Operating Procedures and refers for substance abuse assessment and treatment when appropriate.
• Obtains criminal records via VCIN terminal.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other service providers, court personnel, law enforcement personnel, families, community groups, the Department of Criminal Justice Services and other organizations/agencies.
• Provides on-call services, as required by the agency, for defendants under GPS/alcohol monitoring and responds to violations.

Qualifications

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system, evidence-based practices, antisocial thought, and supervision.
• Considerable knowledge of all federal, state and local laws pertaining to criminal justice services/position.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform motivational interviewing and other techniques/strategies in accordance with evidence-based practices.
• Able to effectively plan and manage assigned caseload.
• Ability to manage stressful situations and high-risk individuals.
• Able to establish priorities and schedule appointments.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with courts and law enforcement officials, etc...
• Able to exercise tact, courtesy, discretion and be firm, fair and consistent with probationers/defendants, families, etc.
• Ability to use various office equipment, such as computer, copier, etc...
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner at all times, while treating all people with respect and dignity.
• Share responsibility with all staff for the successful operation of the agency and conduct himself/herself as a team player.
• Represent CJS positively in public at all times.

• Must obtain satisfactory results of a criminal history background check and successfully submit and pass drug testing.
• Must become VCIN certified and maintain such certification.
• Must successfully complete CORE training which is provided by the Department of Criminal Justice Services.
• Must be trained in Motivational Interviewing (MI), actively participate in any Learning Teams, and be able, at the minimum, to demonstrate basic MI techniques/skills/knowledge within a reasonable time as determined by the Director, after receiving the initial training.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver license.

Working Conditions & Disclaimer

Daily contact is made with, judges, clerks of court, law enforcement officers, other legal professionals, the general public in person, by telephone and by written communications. Tasks may risk exposure to violence. Tasks risk exposure to stressful situations and high-risk individuals. Must able to lift 12-20 pounds. Very moderate physical work, typically involving stooping, kneeling, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects, etc. Requires the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, and to see.

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job.

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