U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officer Assistant

Summary

U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officer Assistants serve in a judiciary law enforcement position and provide technical and operational support and assistance to probation/pretrial services officers in a variety of areas, including assisting with compiling information for investigations; assisting with and monitoring select persons under supervision; drafting reports and correspondence; appearing in court, and assisting with similar operational duties.

Duties

Under the guidance of a probation officer, supervise a caseload of persons under supervision which may include contact by telephone, in the office, and in the field. Investigate employment, sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to assess risk and determine compliance. Maintain case files and records to include documentation of case activities. Assist probation officers with presentence report investigations to include compiling criminal histories, and profiles, running record checks through local and national databases, conducting inquiries with collateral agencies, and performing other similar activities. Provide officers with accurate information to assist in their completion of probation reports. Assist with pretrial services, under the direction of the supervisory officer, including attending court, conducting interviews, completing investigations, preparing reports, and providing other assistance as required. Under the guidance of a probation officer, respond to judicial officer requests for information. Occasionally testify in court, accompanied by a probation officer, regarding the basis for factual findings and, if applicable, guideline applications. Conduct and monitor drug screens from persons under supervision and maintain appropriate records. Monitor inactive and/or administrative cases. Prepare violation and related reports on inactive cases when violation behavior is detected and appear in court on the violation matter. Operate various criminal justice, law enforcement, and probation automated systems. Participate in ongoing training and development programs.

Requirements

A 10-year background investigation including FBI fingerprinting is required. Subject to ongoing random drug screening and updated background investigations every five years and, as deemed necessary by management for reasonable cause, may be subject to subsequent fitness-for-duty evaluations. Prior to appointment, the selectee considered for this position will undergo a medical examination and drug screening. Upon successful completion of the medical examination and drug screening, the selectee may then be appointed provisionally, pending a favorable suitability determination by the Court. Newly appointed U.S. Probation Officers receive extensive training during their first year of employment and are required to successfully complete a six week, paid national training program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (Probation and Pretrial Academy), in Charleston, South Carolina. The United States District Court requires employees to adhere to a Code of Conduct Policy. (please link "code of conduct policy" to https://www.uscourts.gov/administration-policies/judiciary-policies/ethics-policies/code-conduct-judicial-employees

Qualifications and evaluation

Applicants will be evaluated based how well they meet the education and experience qualifications and on application submissions. Finalists will be subject to assessments and interviews for further consideration.

Education

High school graduation or equivalent.

Benefits

Pay is only part of the generous total compensation package you receive while working for the Federal Judiciary. Employees also receive: Thirteen (13) days of vacation for the first three years (which increases with tenure), 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays. Retirement benefits, pension plan, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) including a government match of up to 5%. Optional benefits include health and life insurance (if carried for five years prior to retirement, health and life insurance may be carried for life), dental and vision insurance, long-term care insurance, a Flexible Benefits Program which includes health, dependent care, free parking, and an in-house fitness facility. Also included is the Federal Occupational Health (FOH)/Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Virtual and in person training opportunities are available. Student loan forgiveness is available to qualified individuals, pursuant to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

How to apply

Applicants must email ALL required information in one/single pdf to: Jobs_wiep@wiep.uscourts.gov 1) Cover letter. Include a narrative explaining how your skills and experience align with the Representative Duties and Preferred Qualifications of the position. 2) Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment - AO 78. Save the document upon opening. Date of Birth Box 7 and the Optional Background Information on Page 5 are required for this position. 3) Resume. Include two professional and one personal reference. 4) Unofficial transcripts. If applicable, for bachelor's degree and advanced degrees. Transcripts must include date of graduation, degree(s) awarded, grade point average.

Required documents

1) Cover letter. Include a narrative explaining how your skills and experience align with the Representative Duties and Preferred Qualifications of the position. 2) Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment - AO 78. Save the document upon opening. Date of Birth Box 7 and the Optional Background Information on Page 5 are required for this position. 3) Resume. Include two professional and one personal reference. 4) Unofficial transcripts. If applicable, for bachelor's degree and advanced degrees. Transcripts must include date of graduation, degree(s) awarded, grade point average.

Additional information

Equal Opportunity Employer