U.S. Probation Officer
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 U.S. Probation Officer. 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 U.S. Probation officer provides detailed background information regarding individuals before the Court, to assist judges in making informed bail release and sentencing decisions. Officers also supervise and monitor individuals in the community who are under federal supervision. The person selected for this position will have contact with confidential material, which is protected under confidentiality regulations. Disclosure of any confidential information to the outside public is prohibited.
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.
- At least two years of specialized experience directly associated with case management/investigative work.
- Progressively responsible experience gained after completion of their degree in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations, or work substance/addiction treatment.
- 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 aged 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.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to speak and communicate in Spanish (all locations) and Native American languages used in Northern Arizona (Flagstaff).
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or University.
- Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices in community corrections.
Responsibilities
- Conducts investigations, assesses risk of nonappearance and danger to the community, provides bail release and sentencing recommendations to the court, and supervises defendants and persons under supervision.
- Prepares reports, analyzes objections to court reports and determines the appropriate course of action.
- Presents reports with the type of bail and conditions to be met by the defendant if released and sentencing recommendations to the court.
- Interviews defendants and persons under supervision and their families.
- Investigates offenses.
- Checks prior records and financial status of persons under supervision.
- Consults with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, victims, and community resources.
- Responds to the court’s request for information and advice.
- Supervises defendants and persons under supervision in the community.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Substantially the same benefits as other Federal Government employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
