Probation Officer II

Overview Probation Officer II to provide probation supervision, support, and guidance to probationers referred by the courts to the Criminal Justice Agency. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented and skilled in case management, with strong communication and organizational skills.Minimum Requirements HS or successful completion of GEDBachelor's degree from an accredited college. Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or Corrections preferred.Minimum three (3) years of experience working directly with offenders or defendants.A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.Must possess or obtain VCIN certification within ninety (90) days of employment.Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.Must successfully pass testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton substance abuse policy.Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.Additional Requirements This position is contingent upon the availability of grant funding, and the continuation of employment is subject to the renewal or extension of the grant.The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.Benefits Overview Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment. The following benefit plans are offered for permanent, full‑time positions.Sentara Health Medical InsuranceOptumRxDelta Dental InsuranceAnthem Blue View VisionFSA Reimbursement accountsStandard: Accident and Critical IllnessTrust Mark Universal Life InsuranceLegal Resources PlanVirginia 529Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRAEmployees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.Other forms of leave include: Maternity LeaveParental Bonding LeaveCare for Sick Parent LeaveBirthday LeavePersonal day (available every quarter)The Eleven Paid Holidays Each Year Include New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenth DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeterans' DayThanksgiving DayChristmas DayEmployee's birthdayGroup life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after‑tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1‑800‑669‑7400). For more information, see the VRS website.Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre‑tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757‑363‑6777, 1‑800‑899‑8174 or Sentara EAP website).Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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