SOIU Compliance Officer

Title:

SOIU Compliance Officer DSP
03513

State Role

Title:

Probation Officer Assistant

Hiring Range:
Annual Salary is $49,991 and is not negotiable.

Pay Band: 3

Agency:
Department of State Police

Location:

Arlington, Alexandria and Loudoun, Virginia

Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Sex Offender Investigative Unit Compliance Officer (SOIU) in Region 2 covering Arlington, Alexandria and Loudoun. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

* Supporting statewide public safety initiatives by conducting field-based sex offender verifications and ensuring timely, accurate updates to the Virginia Sex Offender Management System (VSOMS).

* Ensuring compliance with the Code of Virginia through home, work, and school verifications, SP-236 filings, photo updates and documentation for court and investigative use.

* Collaborating with Troopers, probation and parole officers, courts, law enforcement agencies, and community partners to advance the mission of the Firearms and Sex Offender Investigative Unit.

About the Agency:

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization - we're a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia.

When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve. Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement - together.

We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission. One Team. One VSP.

If you're ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

* Court proceedings.

* Case management.

* The probation and parole process.

Skill in:

* Operating a computer to include Microsoft software applications.

* Data entry.

Ability to:

* Operate a motor vehicle.

* Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing in English.

* Make decisions independently by applying policies, rules, and regulations.

* Work independently, follow instructions, and pay close attention to details.

* Identify and respond to safety risks in unpredictable environments.

* Manage evolving workloads and prioritize deadlines.

* Work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

* Build professional rapport with offenders, Troopers, supervisors, and external partners.

* Possession of a valid Virginia Operator's License.

* Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Compliance Officers assigned to the Firearms and Sex Offender Investigative Unit (FSOIU) shall be assigned to a specific region. Compliance Officers shall reside within 45 minutes from any border of their assigned county or city.

Additional Considerations

* Experience or training in law enforcement operational procedures and verbal de-escalation techniques preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

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