Assistant Division Director

Summary

Within the Education Division, the FJC has an opening for an Assistant Division Director (ADD) to lead the Probation and Pretrial Services Education (PPSE) group. This group provides educational programs and resources for U.S. probation and pretrial services officers and their federal court system stakeholders.

Duties

The ADD reports to the Deputy Director for the Education Division. This position requires occasional overnight travel (approximately 15-20 days per year), and advance notice is given when travel is required. WHO WE ARE: The PPSE group is composed of six people (including the ADD) and is one of five groups within the FJC Education Division (the others are Executive Education, Judicial & Legal Education, Multimedia Production, and Management and Professional Development Education). The division is a mix of educators, who serve as program managers responsible for program planning, design, development, and delivery, and program coordinators, who handle the administrative, financial, and logistical aspects of our programs. PPSE develops, delivers, and evaluates professional education programs for U.S. probation and pretrial services officers and their federal court system stakeholders. Our team members serve as trainers and facilitators alongside other faculty, such as U.S. probation and pretrial services officers, judges and court staff, and professors and other subject matter experts. The PPSE mission guides our work: We believe transformative education and training are essential to the administration of justice. We use proven instructional methods to inform, engage, and inspire the people we serve to reach individual and organizational excellence. We consult with a probation and pretrial services education advisory committee comprised of U.S. probation and pretrial services officers in various roles. The committee suggests education needs and relevant topics, advises on priorities, assists with program execution, and helps to guide our efforts. Our programs include virtual workshops and webinars, multi-day in-person skill-building sessions, and regular coaching calls and follow-up. PPSE members respond to training requests from courts, probation offices, and other related organizations. Our strengths as a group include: A passion to serve U.S. probation and pretrial services officers with relevant and meaningful education and resources A commitment to following the evidence to identify and meet our learners' needs, including understanding the nuances of their roles, the impact on the clients they serve, and the evolution of their professional development and growth Dedication to providing holistic programs tailored for our clients that lead to meaningful and lasting behavior change A strong sense of internal motivation and a predisposition toward action Adaptability Creativity Collectively, we are a group of experienced professionals. Individually, we represent diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. The Center's current average employee tenure is almost 14 years. We believe people come here and stay because the mission is vital to our nation, the work is challenging and meaningful, the clients are engaged and supportive, and the culture is positive. WHO YOU ARE: We are looking for a visionary leader and exemplary manager to guide us into the future with a continued emphasis on excellence, innovation, and impartiality in our competency-based programming. The ideal candidate is comfortable in the roles of leader, manager, teacher, facilitator, diplomat, advisor, and problem-solver. We seek a leader who can perform in the following ways: Support us in achieving our mission Assess how effectively we are meeting the educational needs of our constituents Collaborate with us to maintain our high standards for quality Enhance our operations to run as smoothly as possible Juggle responsibilities and help the group (individually and collectively) do the same Value and grow our skills and capacity (individually and collectively) Engage and exchange ideas with the team and amplify good ideas Collaborate with others in the FJC, the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, the U.S. Sentencing Commission, the federal courts, and various academic institutions

Requirements

KEY REQUIREMENTS: Selectee must be a United States Citizen, subject to the exceptions enumerated at https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/search-judiciary-jobs/citizenship-requirementsemployment-judiciary. Selectee must favorably complete a background investigation. Relatives of Center staff members may not be employed at the Center in any capacity. All requirements must be met for full consideration. The Federal Judicial Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to achieving a professional and collegial workplace in which everyone is valued and treated fairly and respectfully.

Qualifications and evaluation

Selected applicants will be evaluated based upon the question responses provided during a structured interview.

Education

An advanced degree in law, criminal justice, or a closely related social science or experience at a level that would substitute for such a degree is required.

Benefits

Federal government benefits are applicable. An array of supplemental benefits is also offered, including a transportation subsidy and a flexible benefit program allowing for pre-tax deductions for health insurance, health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses. The Center is in the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building (TMFJB), conveniently situated to public transportation directly beside Union Station. The TMFJB houses a child development center, a health fitness facility, and a cafeteria for its tenants.

How to apply

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: In a brief cover letter referring to Announcement #26-10, please summarize how you satisfy the qualifications listed above. Applications without the required cover letter or with cover letters that do not address the qualifications will not be considered. Along with the cover letter, please include a current resume that specifies dates of employment and responsibilities for all related positions. A cover letter and resume in a single combined PDF document is required. Name the file using your last name, first name, and the announcement number, as follows: Lastname.Firstname.26-10.pdf. Information provided in the transmittal email will not be considered part of the application. All applications should be submitted by email to: personnel@fjc.gov. When applying, please refer to Announcement #26-10. This vacancy will remain open until filled, but to assure full consideration, your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. on August 21, 2026.

Required documents

Please see the "How to Apply" section.

Additional information

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The starting salary is set at $152,291 (includes 2026 D.C. locality). This position falls in the Center's pay band 6, which has a salary range up to $229,908. For a successful candidate not currently a member of the Center's staff, a higher starting salary not to exceed $182,749 (includes 2026 D.C. locality) may be considered if the candidate furnished proof that their current salary falls above the pay band 6 minimum salary of $152,291 (includes 2026 D.C. locality), in which case the Center would match that salary up to the starting salary limit of $182,749. This is the maximum starting salary, and it is non-negotiable. If the successful internal candidate's salary falls above the range minimum, that salary will be matched up to their current salary. The Federal Judicial Center offers a range of telework and flexible work schedule options based on the employee's position categorization. When business needs arise, all Center employees are required to work at the official duty station in Washington, D.C., or at a temporary duty station. The Center does not pay for relocation expenses; however, Center employees receive reimbursement for all official business travel. This position does not carry the tenure rights of positions in the competitive civil service.