What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation Officer Assistant position at U.S. Courts?
Duties
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 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.
- NOTE: The salary range listed above reflects the expected ENTRANCE salary range of the position based on qualifications, experience and location. The FULL salary range potential of this position is $47,033 - $83,524.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- DRUG TESTING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR CLEARANCE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
DRUG TESTING
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR CLEARANCE
Qualifications
The successful applicant must possess a bachelors 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, and 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to those applicants that have the ability to communicate effectively in Spanish.
Preference will be given to those applicants who possess a masters degree or have completed course work toward a masters degree.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Under the guidance and direction of a supervisor, or senior officer, conduct collateral investigations for districts throughout the country; draft and submit collateral reports, which may include placing telephone calls, making home/office contacts, and community/field contacts, as well as maintaining files and case records.
- Under the guidance and direction of an officer, supervise select lower-risk caseloads of persons under supervision.
- Conduct selected investigations (as needed) for pre-release/furlough, pre-sentencing, and violation reports.
- 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 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 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 offices computerized database system.
- Monitor inactive cases to include immigration cases. Prepare violation and related reports on inactive cases when violation behavior is detected and appear in court on the violation matter.
- Testify, as necessary, before the court or Parole Commission.
- Participate in ongoing training and development in order to remain abreast of advanced techniques.
- Run periodic record checks on a caseload of deportation cases.
- Photograph and fingerprint persons under supervision.
- Caseload will primarily consist of Spanish speaking persons.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
EDUCATION:
Bachelors 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.
Additional information
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Applicants must submit the following:
- Cover letter that supports your work experience as it relates to the position.
- Resume that includes complete work and salary history, and education.
- Your two most recent performance evaluations (strongly preferred). Letters of recommendation may be substituted if no evaluations are available. One letter of recommendation must be from a current or recent supervisor.
For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4771019/probation-officer-assistant
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
For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4771019/probation-officer-assistant
Agency contact information
Michelle LindsayPhone6233227110Emailazdml_human_resources_arizona@azd.uscourts.govAddressU.S. District Court, District of Arizona
401 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
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SELECTION PROCESS
Prior to appointment, the selectee considered for the position will be required to submit credit reports and be subject to a criminal records check. The selectee will also undergo a medical examination and drug screening. Upon successful completion of the medical examination and drug screening, the selectee may then be appointed provisionally, pending a favorable suitability determination by the court. In addition, as a condition of employment, the incumbent will be subject to ongoing random drug screening, updated background investigations every five years and, as deemed necessary by management for reasonable cause, may be subject to subsequent fitness-for-duty evaluations. Probation reserves the right to amend or withdraw any announcement without written notice to applicants. If a subsequent vacancy of the same position becomes available within a reasonable time of the original announcement, the Chief U.S. Probation Officer or designee may elect to select a candidate from the original qualified applicant pool.Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
- Cover letter that supports your work experience as it relates to the position.
- Resume that includes complete work and salary history, and education.
- Your two most recent performance evaluations (strongly preferred). Letters of recommendation may be substituted if no evaluations are available. One letter of recommendation must be from a current or recent supervisor.
For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit our website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4771019/probation-officer-assistant
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.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
NOTE: Please DO NOT CLICK the blue "Apply" button below. Applications will NOT be received. For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4771019/probation-officer-assistant
Salary : $47,033 - $83,524
