Temporary Probation Services Technician

Summary

This position is located in the Probation Department for the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, and reports to the assigned Supervising U.S. Probation Officer. Under direction of a U.S. Probation Officer, the employee assists with the investigation and supervision of persons charged with and convicted of committing federal crimes by providing a wide range of technical and administrative support.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Under the direction of a U.S. Probation Officer: Conducts case file reviews and advises officers and officer assistants of matters needing their attention and prepares applicable forms, documents, and reports. Assists U.S. Probation Officers in conducting investigations which includes preparations of prior records and personal family data. Assists U.S. Probation Officers in compiling, analyzing, and evaluating information gathered during investigations for presentence reports, supervision files, and court documents. Contacts clients and their families by telephone or other electronic correspondence under the direction of U.S. Probation Officers/Officer Assistants. Investigates employment/sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to help assess risk and compliance factors. Assists with providing safety information to U.S. Probation Officers in the field. Maintains chain of custody of urinalysis materials. Maintains paper and computerized record of test results and informs officers of test results. Maintains and mails or transports tests and materials to laboratories for confirmation. Operates various criminal justice, law enforcement, and probation automated systems, and enters documentation into PACTS and other databases. Participates in ongoing training and development programs. Assists with clerical duties, including front desk coverage, processing mail, scanning documents, and routes documents to staff and outside agencies as needed. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

All applicants must be a U.S. citizen or must be a lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder) seeking U.S. citizenship, or must complete an affidavit indicating their intent to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so. Completion of FBI Fingerprint Background Check with periodic reinvestigation, if applicable. Employment will be provisional and contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required background investigation. Retention depends upon a favorable suitability determination. Employees are subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer. Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.

Qualifications and evaluation

All application documents will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the qualification requirements.

Education

High school graduation or equivalent.

Benefits

Local benefits for employees in the Eastern District of Michigan include: On-site fitness facilities in Detroit, Bay City, and Flint Courthouses. Volunteer Policy - With approval, receive up to 24 hours of paid administrative leave for approved volunteer activities. Telework (if applicable) Flexible work schedules (if applicable) Commuter Benefit Subsidies Discounts for Government Employees National Benefits: Insurance: Many Health Insurance options to choose from including, HMO, PPO, and Fee-for-Service Many Dental and Vision plans to choose from Group Life Insurance with additional riders you can customize for your needs Short and Long-term Care Insurance options Flexible Benefits: Health Care Reimbursement Account (HCRA) Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA) Premium Payment Plan (PPP) Retirement: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) Thrift Savings Program (TSP) with Employer Matching (Term Law Clerks excluded)

How to apply

Applicants must submit their application and required documents using the link below. https://www.mied.uscourts.gov/index.cfm?pageFunction=employment#tabs1-MIED Required Documents: Cover letter (include vacancy number AND preferred duty station) Resume Completed application Form AO-78 Application materials that do not adhere to this procedure may not be considered. Separate applications must be made to individual vacancy announcements.

Required documents

Required Documents: Cover letter (include vacancy number AND preferred duty station) Resume Completed application Form AO-78

Additional information

Employees are considered "at will". The United States Probation Department for the Eastern District of Michigan is a component of the United States Courts. The department is responsible for community corrections. We are committed to maintaining a diverse organization that provides factual investigations, quality supervision and support services to the United States Courts. We are dedicated to enforcing Court ordered sanctions, minimizing risk to the public, and providing persons under supervision with the opportunity for correctional treatment. The Court reserves the right to fill more than the advertised number of positions with this announcement, may modify the conditions of this job announcement, or may withdraw the announcement, any of which may occur without prior written or other notice.