U.S. Probation Officer

U.S. Probation / Pretrial Services Officers serve in a judiciary law enforcement capacity and assist in the fair administration of justice. Incumbents promote community safety, gather information, conduct investigations, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports, present recommendations to the court, and supervise and monitor persons under federal supervision.

Voluntary participation in Federal Employees' Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Flexible Spending Plans/Programs. Participation in the Federal Employees' Retirement System (FERS) Annuity (Pension) Plan. Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a 401(k) styled program with a government match of up to 5%. Paid Federal Holidays. Annual and Sick Leave Accrual. Parking. Employee Assistance Program & Work Life Services. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program (must meet qualifying student loan criteria.)

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Education:

Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of academic study which provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relations skills involved in the position, is required.

To Qualify for CL-25 ($51,419 - $90,804), the selected candidate must have:

• One (1) year of specialized experience;
  Or
• Completion of the requirements for a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and an overall "B" grade point average equaling 2.90 or better of a possible 4.0.

To Qualify for CL-27 ($59,), the selected candidate must have:

• Two (2) years of specialized experience;
  Or
• Completion of a master’s degree in a field of study closely related to the position, or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

To Qualify for CL-28 ($71,583 - $128,385), the selected candidate must have:

• Two (2) years of specialized experience;

Specialized

Experience:

Progressively responsible experience, gained after completion of a bachelor’s degree, in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations, or work in substance/addiction treatment, public administration, human relations, social work, psychology, or mental health.

Experience as a police, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigative experience, is not creditable.

• Documented experience conducting presentence investigations and preparing presentence reports and/or maintaining a caseload, enforcing court ordered supervision conditions, and implementing supervision strategies.
• Experience with evidence-based practices a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Superior attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedule and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to work under pressure of short deadlines while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.
• Fluency in a foreign language a plus.
• Previous community corrections and/or social services experience is preferred for entry level (CL 25) consideration.

The duties of probation and pretrial services officers require the investigation and management of alleged criminal offenders or convicted offenders who present physical danger to officers and to the public. In the supervision, treatment, and control of these offenders, these duties require moderate to arduous physical exercise, including prolonged periods of walking and standing, physical dexterity and coordination necessary for officer safety, and use of self-defense tactics.

Candidates must be physically capable to perform these duties.

First time appointees to positions covered under law enforcement officer retirement provisions must not have reached their 37th birthday at the time of appointment. Applicants 37 or over who have previous federal law enforcement officer experience under the Federal Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees Retirement System and who have either a subsequent break in service or intervening service in a non-law enforcement officer position may have their previous law enforcement officer experience subtracted from their…