Probation Services Technician

Probation Services Technician

The U.S. Probation Office for the Western District of Virginia, a combined district for probation and pretrial services, is currently accepting applications for the position of Probation Services Technician. The Probation Office currently consists of 43 employees who support 10 judicial officers and staff located in six divisional offices (Abingdon, Charlottesville, Danville, Harrisonburg, Lynchburg and Roanoke).

A high school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years general experience is required. General experience is progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates the possession of, or the ability to acquire, the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Education above the high school level may be substituted for required general experience.

The successful candidate should also possess knowledge of office practices and word processing and database software as well as skill in using standard office equipment (copiers, scanners, etc.), keyboarding, and typing. Knowledge of court and probation/pretrial operations procedures or prior clerical/administrative experience in the field is preferred.

The ideal candidate is self-directed, highly organized professional who is responsible and tactful; demonstrates initiative and the ability to consistently exercise good judgment; understands the importance of and is able to maintain confidentiality; is able to communicate effectively and tactfully with people of diverse backgrounds, both orally and in writing; demonstrates a command of the rules of grammar, spelling and punctuation;

and maintains a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.