U.S. Probation Officer
U.S. Probation Officers work for the federal court, conduct bail and presentence investigations, and supervise individuals released to federal community supervision.
The District of Vermont is currently hiring U.S. Probation Officer
The minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree in an approved major. The position is hazardous duty law enforcement with a maximum age of 37 at appointment. Prior to appointment, applicants considered for this position will undergo a full background investigation, as well as undergo a medical examination and drug screening.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervises individuals under supervision (IUS) to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community, and to provide correctional treatment.
- Maintains personal contact with IUS through office and community visits and by telephone. Investigates employment, sources of income, life style and associates to assess risk and compliance. Responsible for detection of substance abuse and, through assessment and counseling, implements the necessary treatment or violation proceedings. Refers IUS to appropriate outside agencies such as medical and drug treatment facilities, employment and training.
- Initiates contacts with, replies to and seeks information from organizations and persons such as the U.S. Parole Commission, Bureau of Prisons, and attorneys concerning behavior and conditions of supervision. Detects and investigates violations and implements appropriate alternatives and sanctions. Reports violations of the conditions of supervision to the appropriate authorities. Prepares reports, which may include application of U.S. Sentencing Commission revocation guidelines. Makes recommendations for disposition. Testifies at court hearings. Conducts preliminary interviews and other investigations as required. Maintains a detailed written record of case activity.
- Conducts investigations and prepares reports for the Court with recommendations, which requires interviewing IUS/defendants and their families, as well as collecting background data from various sources. An integral part of this process is the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, statutes and Federal Rules of Criminal Procedures, and may include U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, Monographs, and relevant case law.
- Respond to judicial officer's requests for information and advice. Serve as a resource to the Court. Maintain detailed written records of case activity. May conduct surveillance and/or plain view seizure at the discretion of the court.
- Investigate and analyze financial documents and activities and take appropriate action. Interview victim(s) and provide victim impact statements to the court. Ensure compliance with Mandatory Victims Restitution Act.
- Conduct presentence investigations and respond to any objections. This may include resolving disputed issues and presenting unresolved issues to the Court for resolution. Assess IUS/defendants' level of risk and needs, and develop a blend of strategies for controlling and correcting risks.
- Knowledge of and compliance with The Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and court confidentiality requirements. Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment.
- Participate in and contribute to ongoing training programs and have a working knowledge of outcome-driven evidence-based practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Qualifications for United States Probation Officers are prescribed and set forth as guidelines by the Judicial Conference of the United States. To qualify at the CL 27 level, candidates must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- To qualify at the CL 28 level, the applicant must have 2 (two) years of specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to the work at the CL 27 level; or completion of a master's degree in a field of study closely related to the position, or a Juris Doctor Program. Experience as a police, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigation experience, is not acceptable.
COURT PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferred: The successful applicant must be mature, responsible, poised, organized and meticulous; must also possess tact, good judgment, initiative and the ability to work with a wide variety of people with diverse backgrounds. Applicant must possess exceptional writing skills, demonstrate strong analytic ability and be able to work collaboratively in a team environment. Progressively responsible clerical, administrative, or technical work experience related to supervision and counseling of persons on probation, or supervised release; preparation of reports or investigations of individuals.
Starting salary range is from $53,615 to $104,469 (CL 27 to CL 28), depending on qualifications.
Deadline for complete applications is the close of business February17, 2023.
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EOE
U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services staff around the country promote public safety and make a positive difference in the lives of the people they serve. In addition to probation and pretrial officers, individuals from a wide variety of professional disciplines are needed, including specialists in IT, human resources, finance, and administration