Probation Officer Interview Questions

285 probation officer interview questions shared by candidates

Your client, John, is a repeat DV offender. He currently lives with his wife, who he has displayed aggressive behavior toward. How would you go about creating a supervision plan for this client? What services would you refer his wife to?
avatar

Probation and Parole Officer

Interviewed at Missouri Department of Corrections

3.2
Jan 21, 2019

Your client, John, is a repeat DV offender. He currently lives with his wife, who he has displayed aggressive behavior toward. How would you go about creating a supervision plan for this client? What services would you refer his wife to?

They asked about multi-tasking , documenting, case management skills. Gave some what if questions and asked how you would handle certain things. Asked about personality, top and bottom traits. What is recidivism and evidence based practice. Why you wanted to work there and why should you be hired.
avatar

Probation Officer

Interviewed at Harris County Community Supervision & Corrections Department

2.9
Apr 5, 2016

They asked about multi-tasking , documenting, case management skills. Gave some what if questions and asked how you would handle certain things. Asked about personality, top and bottom traits. What is recidivism and evidence based practice. Why you wanted to work there and why should you be hired.

Typical general questions, strengths/weaknesses, organizational skills, etc. In addition there is a physical that is necessary to get into police academy including a mile and 1/2 run, situps, push ups, and an obstacle course.
avatar

Parole and Probation Officer

Interviewed at Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles

4.2
Jul 22, 2015

Typical general questions, strengths/weaknesses, organizational skills, etc. In addition there is a physical that is necessary to get into police academy including a mile and 1/2 run, situps, push ups, and an obstacle course.

why should we hire you over another applicant? If a youth becomes aggressive towards you how would you handle the situation? Give an example of the experience you have working with the community? do you have any experience working or appearing in court?`1
avatar

Juvenile Probation Officer

Interviewed at Florida Department of Juvenile Justice

2.8
Aug 29, 2020

why should we hire you over another applicant? If a youth becomes aggressive towards you how would you handle the situation? Give an example of the experience you have working with the community? do you have any experience working or appearing in court?`1

Viewing 241 - 250 interview questions

Glassdoor has 285 interview questions and reports from Probation officer interviews. Prepare for your interview. Get hired. Love your job.