Supervisory Offender Processing Specialist

Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for DC Headquarters • Washington, DC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Reception and Processing (RAP) Unit, in the Office of Community Supervision and Intervention Services (OCSIS), at the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA). The Agency works closely with the criminal justice system and community partners to provide comprehensive services that support the fair administration of justice, enhance public safety, prevent crime, and reduce recidivism.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Background security investigation, drug test, and favorable adjudication.
• May be required to successfully complete a one year probationary period (unless already completed.)
• Time-in-grade requirements must be met within 30 calendar day of the closing date of this announcement.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service.
• This experience must demonstrate the ability to review and monitor offender compliance with court, parole, or supervision requirements; analyze and reconcile criminal history information through systems such as WALES, NCIC, CIS, JUSTIS, SENTRY, and SMART; prepare investigative or supervision documentation supporting case planning; coordinate intake-related actions such as referrals, DNA collection requirements, and orientation activities; provide technical assistance to Community Supervision Officers regarding offender information or case discrepancies; and participate in the development or implementation of operational policies and procedures.
• Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement.
• Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-11 or higher grade in Federal Service.
• Your most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action," showing your competitive service status and the highest grade or promotion potential held must be submitted to verify time-in-grade eligibility.

Nice To Haves

• Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the CTAP or ICTAP must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and meet the mid-level (scoring between 85 and 89) of the rating criteria for all factors or the established cutoff score.

Responsibilities

• Oversee offender intake and processing activities, including reviewing court, parole, and supervised release documents, and ensuring accurate data entry into criminal justice systems such as SMART, WALES, NCIC, CIS, JUSTIS, and SENTRY.
• Conduct research and analyze offender background information to verify identity, reconcile criminal history records, and support development of supervision plans.
• Prepare investigative summaries and initial supervision documentation used by Community Supervision Officers in case planning.
• Coordinate offender processing requirements, including DNA sampling, orientation scheduling, referrals, and assignment to specialized supervision teams.
• Provide technical guidance and information to Community Supervision Officers and criminal justice partners regarding offender history, case discrepancies, and available resources.
• Assist in the development and interpretation of policies and procedures governing RAP Unit operations.
• Supervise a team of GS-7 to GS-11 specialists, including assigning work, evaluating performance, resolving complaints, administering minor disciplinary actions, approving leave, and mentoring staff.
• Promote and support Equal Employment Opportunity principles and ensure fair, equitable work practices within the unit.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Learn more about federal benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed