Probation & Parole Specialist: Interstate Compact Unit

Probation & Parole Specialist: Interstate Compact Unit #01414

Job no: 5106026

Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)

Location: Richmond (City), Virginia

Categories: Public Safety

Title: Probation & Parole Specialist: Interstate Compact Unit #01414

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist I

Hiring Range: $47,276 - $73,751

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Interstate Compact Unit provides day-to-day oversight of Probation and Parole field actions related to the transfer and supervision of those on community supervision in and out of the Commonwealth of Virginia via the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS). The unit processes managed activities submitted by Virginia P&P officers and from other states, monitors compliance with the rules governing interstate movement of probationers and parolees, initiates interventions to address and correct noncompliance, and coordinates training and education regarding regulations of interstate movement of those under community supervision for officials involved in such activity.

The Interstate Compact Unit Probation & Parole Specialist positions coordinate and monitor P&P field actions related to the transfer and supervision of probationers and parolees through the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision to ensure compliance with the rules and the spirit of the Compact. This position specifically serves as the Interstate Compact Unit liaison to assigned Virginia Probation and Parole Districts and other state compact offices for the purpose of monitoring and resolving Compact issues and serves as an Interstate Compact Offender Tracking System (ICOTS) resource. This is not a VALORs-eligible position.

Minimum Qualifications

Working knowledge of the criminal justice system, including supervision processes. Demonstrated ability to interpret and understand file materials and legal documents and case data. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines and handled high volume, time sensitive tasks, perform detail-oriented work, and function effectively and efficiently using a computer and web-based applications. Demonstrated skill in the use of Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to follow written policies, rules, and procedures consistently (especially ICAOS rules). Ability to receive and apply feedback from supervisors for performance improvement.

Additional Considerations

Working knowledge of the judicial sentencing, revocation and termination processes. Experience working in VirginiaCORIS and the Interstate Compact Offender Tracking System (ICOTS) and experience working directly with probationers and parolees in a community correction setting (probation officer).

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.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 05 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 12 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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