U.S. Probation Officer

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DRUG TESTING

You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent residents actively seeking citizenship qualify for this position lawful.
Additionally, must be able to demonstrate the following qualities: Capable of treating people with dignity and respect at all times; Possess unquestioned integrity, trust, judgment, and maturity; Demonstrate a commitment to promoting teamwork; Demonstrate sufficient keyboarding/computer skills to be able to produce reports, documents, and correspondence using word processing and other office system technologies; Be flexible and adaptable to change; Able to multi-task, prioritize work, and meet established deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers are covered under federal law enforcement retirement as defined in 5 U.S.C. § 83-84. In order to be included under federal law enforcement provisions, the candidate must not have reached their 37th birthday at the time of their appointment. Applicants 37 or over who have previous law enforcement experience under the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees Retirement System and who have either a subsequent break in service or intervening service in a non-law enforcement officer position may have their previous law enforcement officer experience subtracted from their age to determine if they are eligible. Candidates for this position require mandatory retirement at the age of 57 and must have at least 20 years of creditable law enforcement service to be eligible to retire.
The duties of U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers require the investigation and management of individuals charged/convicted of federal crimes, some of whom may pose a danger to officers in particular and the public in general. In the supervision, treatment and control of these individuals, these duties may require moderate to arduous physical activity, including prolonged periods of walking and standing, physical dexterity, and coordination necessary to use a firearm and self-defense tactics. On a daily basis, officers may face unusual mental and physical stress because they are subject to danger and possible harm during frequent, direct contact with individuals in the federal criminal justice system.
Because officers must be able to protect themselves and are subject to moderate to arduous exertion, candidates must be physically able to perform their duties. Officers must possess, with or without corrective lenses, good distance vision in at least one eye and the ability to read normal size print. Normal hearing ability, with or without a hearing aid, is also required.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of academic study such as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, human relations, sociology, education, public administration or related field of study is required. At least one year of specialized, progressively responsible experience gained after completion of the Bachelor’s degree, in criminal or financial investigations, report writing, probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, counseling, or work in substance abuse/addiction treatment is also preferred. Completion of the requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree and one of the following may be substituted for the one year of specialized experience: An advanced degree in one of the above disciplines or completion of at least 30 semester or 45 quarter hours toward an advance degree; An overall grade point average of 3.0 or better; A grade point average of 3.5 or better in the major field of study; Election to membership in a National Honor Society for Academics. Additionally, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens or lawful permanent residents actively seeking citizenship.

EDUCATION:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of academic study such as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, human relations, sociology, education, public administration or related field of study is required. At least one year of specialized, progressively responsible experience gained after completion of the Bachelor’s degree, in criminal or financial investigations, report writing, probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, counseling, or work in substance abuse/addiction treatment is also preferred.

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

A cover letter and resume; Application for Judicial Employment Form AO 78 found at https://www.gamp.uscourts.gov/career-opportunities-1; Copy of college transcript for all degrees
Narrative addressing the Quality Ranking Factors.
Email as one .pdf to HR@gamp.uscourts.gov

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help

The United States Probation Office for the Middle District of Georgia is accepting applications for the position of United States Probation and Pretrial Services Officer. The person selected for this position will be responsible for a wide variety of duties relating to the investigation and supervision of individuals charged with and/or convicted of federal crimes. The officer will be responsible for using evidence-based practices to maximize adherence to the court-imposed conditions of supervision, reduce risk to the community and provide correctional treatment and re-entry services. Officers also make recommendations to the Court regarding pretrial release and imposition of sentences. These duties are accomplished through personal interaction with persons under supervision, collateral resources, and treatment providers both in the office and in the community. Officers will supervise persons under supervision convicted with a variety of offenses ranging in severity from misdemeanor cases committed on federal property to violent offenders and sex offenders. The officer is required to maintain a written account of work performed, investigate potential issues or violations, prepare written reports for the Court, and provide recommendations/testimony before the Court in some instances.