U.S. Probation Officer Assistant

U.S. District Court•Phoenix/Tucson/Flagstaff/Yuma, AZ

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the District of Arizona is seeking an accomplished and self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and strong work-ethic for the position of Probation Officer Assistant. In this role, high importance is placed on an individual who will embrace our mission and committing themselves to and believing in our vision of working together creatively to transform lives, enhancing the safety of our community. Our fast-paced, prestigious environment will provide opportunities for challenging and rewarding work as a member of the probation team. The successful individual must be able to thrive in an environment that promotes teamwork and professional enrichment where we commit to supporting and defending the U.S. Constitution, the worth and dignity of all people, defending their right to be treated with fairness and respect, believing that all people are capable of positive change through the use of evidence-based practices. The United States Probation and Pretrial Services Office of the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, is seeking Probation Officer Assistant(s) in Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, and Yuma. The officer assistant serves in a judiciary law enforcement position, under the direction and guidance of a Supervisory Probation Officer. The incumbent will provide technical support and assistance to probation officers in a wide range of areas, including assisting with compiling information for investigations; assisting with supervision of persons under supervision; preparing and drafting reports and correspondence; appearing in court for violation proceedings and sentencings; and related duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of academic study, such as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, or business or public administration
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the CL-23 to work at the CL-24.
Applicants must be physically capable, have good vision and normal hearing ability.
First-time appointees must not have reached their 37th birthday at the time of appointment.
Applicants age 37 or over with previous federal hazardous duty experience under the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees’ Retirement System may be eligible for appointment.
Submit credit reports.
Be subject to a criminal records check.
Undergo a medical examination and drug screening.
Subject to ongoing random drug screening.
Subject to updated background investigations every five years.
May be subject to subsequent fitness-for-duty evaluations.
Submit cover letter that supports your work experience as it relates to the position.
Submit resume that includes complete work and salary history, and education.
Submit two most recent performance evaluations (strongly preferred).
Letters of recommendation may be substituted if no evaluation is available.
One letter of recommendation must be from a current or recent supervisor.
Submit an online application.
Attachments should be submitted only as Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) documents.
Non-citizens must qualify under exceptions in 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B).
Lawful permanent residents seeking citizenship must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible and complete the process within two years of applying (unless delayed by processors).
Non-citizens who have not been permanent residents for five years will be required to execute an affidavit that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish.
Possess a master’s degree or have completed course work toward a master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Draft and submit selected reports and maintain related investigative files and case records.
Observe and report to officers/supervisors on the lifestyle, personal problems, and needs of persons under supervision.
Assist probation officers in the performance of presentence and or bail investigations, including compiling criminal histories/profiles, running record checks through local and national databases and files, conducting inquiries with collateral agencies, and similar activities.
Visit or contact various local, state, and national law enforcement and regulatory agencies to collect and record information.
Provide officers with verifiable and supportable documentation to assist in completion of probation reports.
Schedule, conduct and monitor urinalysis collection from defendants and persons under supervision, following established procedures and protocols.
Maintain paper and computerized records of test results.
Inform officers regarding test results.
Maintain and mail or transport tests and materials to laboratories for confirmation.
Maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials.
Maintain inventory of supplies.
Enter data and information into the office’s computerized database system.
Testify, as necessary, before the court or Parole Commission.
Run periodic record checks on a caseload of deportation cases.
Photograph and fingerprint persons under supervision.
Cover court hearings and maintain chronological records.
Where applicable, may serve as an interpreter for officers and for non-English speaking defendants or family members as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.