Probation Officers

Job Description:

Probation is a trial period, when an offender is released, on condition that he would not get involved in any further criminal activity. The job of a Probation Officer is to counsel them to regain a positive frame of mind, so that the released criminals become socially responsible and economically independent citizens of the country. Social Workers specialising in the area of Criminology and Correctional Administration (CCA) which is anew area, are trained in correctional work and deal with adults and juvenile offenders in institutions like prisons, reformatories and remand homes.

Educational Qualification:

Graduate in Law, Sociology and Psychology Selected through Combined State Public Services Written Examinations followed by an Interview.

Opening:

There are big openings for Probation Officers in most government departments. They can rise up to the position of Prison DIG and Director. After getting sufficient experience one can work as a consultant.

Remuneration:

Starting salary is Rs. 5,500 per month (excluding other allowances)