U.S. Probation Officer Assistant (Fort Myers, FL)

FLMP United States Courts • Fort Myers, FL

84d • $47,949 - $81,480

About The Position

The United States Probation Office for the Middle District of Florida is seeking qualified applicants for the position of United States Probation Officer Assistant in our Fort Myers Division. The Middle District of Florida is a progressive district that values continual growth and development and collaborative learning through shared experiences. We believe that leadership is a shared responsibility of all team members, and we expect staff at all levels of the organization to lead from where they stand. We encourage creativity and ingenuity in problem solving. Geographically, the district covers thirty-five counties from the Georgia border in the northeast to south of Naples on Florida’s southwest coast. There are five divisional offices located in Tampa, Jacksonville, Ocala, Orlando, and Fort Myers, and satellite offices in Cocoa and Sarasota.

Requirements

• CL-24: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent with one year of specialized experience.
• CL-25: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent with two years of specialized experience.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in typing and computer usage.
• Strong problem resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise select lower-risk caseloads of offenders/defendants under the direct guidance of a supervisory officer or senior officer.
• Participate in select investigations for pre-release/furlough, pre-sentencing, and bail reports.
• Draft and submit select reports and maintain related investigative files and case records.
• Compile criminal histories/profiles and run record checks through local and national databases.
• Conduct inquiries with collateral agencies and perform other similar activities.
• Schedule and conduct urinalysis tests of offenders/defendants, maintaining records and chain of custody.
• Testify before the court or Parole Commission as necessary.
• Assist officers and non-English speaking offenders/defendants with translation as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 13 days of vacation for the first three years (increases with tenure)
• 13 days of sick leave per year
• 11 paid holidays
• Choice of employer-subsidized federal health and life insurance plans, with optional dental, vision, and long-term care coverage
• Federal Employees Retirement System and employer-matching Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K)
• Salary progression based on acceptable performance
• Mandatory Electronic Fund Transfers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees