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United States Probation Officer

U.S. Courts -
Wheeling, WV

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Job Details

Full-time
$53,162 - $120,341 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Criminal procedure
Computer operation
Writing skills
Bachelor's degree
Legal knowledge in community supervision
Basic firearms training
Typing

Full Job Description

Summary

By statute, the Probation Officer serves in a judiciary law enforcement position and assists in the administration of justice. The incumbent promotes community safety, gathers information, supervises offenders/defendants, interacts with collateral agencies, prepares reports, conducts investigations, and presents recommendations to the court. The incumbent performs duties that involve general pretrial services or probation cases, under the guidance of a Supervisory Officer.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the guidance and direction of a Supervisory Probation Officer, conduct investigations and prepare reports for the court with recommendations. Interview offenders/defendants and their families and collect background data from various sources. During process, interpret and apply policies and procedures, statutes, Federal Rules of Criminal Procedures, and U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, Monographs, and relevant case law, as applicable.
Under the guidance and direction of a Supervisory Probation Officer, enforce court-ordered supervision components and implement supervision strategies. Maintain personal contact with defendants and offenders, investigate employment, sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to assess risk and compliance. Address substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, and similar problems and refer to appropriate specialist.
Schedule and conduct drug use detection tests and DNA collection of offenders/ defendants, following established procedures and protocols. Maintain paper and computerized records of test results. Maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials. Respond to judicial officers' requests for information and advice. Testify in court as to the basis for factual findings and guideline applications, if warranted. Maintain detailed written records of case activity.
Investigate and analyze financial documents and activities and take appropriate action. Interview victim(s) and provide victim impact statements to the court. Ensure compliance with Mandatory Victims Restitution Act.
Under the guidance and direction of a Supervisory Probation Officer, review and resolve disputed issues involving defendants/offenders and present unresolved issues to the court for resolution. Assess offenders'/defendants' level of risk and develop a blend of strategies for controlling and correcting risk management.
Provide offenders/defendants with information on local resources and programs regarding employment, GED certification assistance, ongoing education, and vocational training. Identify interests, aptitudes, and abilities of offenders/defendants through interviewing and gathering appropriate information. Assist offenders/defendants toward integration into the job market.
Communicate with other organizations and personnel (such as the U.S. Parole Commission, Bureau of Prisons, law enforcement, treatment agencies, and attorneys) concerning offenders'/defendants' behavior and conditions of supervision. Identify and investigate violations and implement appropriate alternatives and sanctions. Discuss violations with Supervisory Probation Officer. Report violations of the conditions of supervision to the appropriate authorities. Prepare written reports of violation matters and make recommendations for disposition. Testify at court proceedings.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Incumbent will be subject to updated background investigations every five (5) years and ongoing random drug screenings.
Incumbent will be required to complete the Probation Officer training program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) in Charleston, SC.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Required Education/Experience: Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of academic study which provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relations skills involved in the position and at least one year of specialized experience to qualify at the entry level of CL 25. Specialized experience is described as progressively responsible experience in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations, or work in substance/addiction treatment, public administration, human relations, social work, psychology, or mental health.
Job Requirements: Broad knowledge of the criminal justice system. Thorough knowledge of investigative and supervision techniques. Ability to evaluate and apply statutes and implement regulations. Ability to work under pressure of short deadlines. Skill in counseling defendants/offenders to obtain and maintain compliance to the conditions of their release. Skill in communicating orally and in writing, and in working with judges, counsel, and other law enforcement agencies. Broad knowledge of community and potential community resources. Basic computer skills, proficient in Word and ability to type a minimum of 25 words per minute.
Maximum Entry Age: First-time appointees to positions covered under law enforcement officer retirement provisions must not have reached their 37th birthday at the time of appointment. Applicants age 37 or over who have previous law enforcement officer experience under the Federal Employee's Retirement System (FERS) 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 whether they meet the maximum age requirement.
Physical Requirements: Supervision, treatment and control of offenders requires moderate to arduous physical effort, including prolonged periods of walking and standing. Physical dexterity and coordination are necessary to operate a firearm and use self-defensive tactics. Travel within the Northern District of West Virginia or other parts of the United States may be required. Applicants must be physically capable of performing these duties and are subject to fitness for duty evaluations. Vision and hearing must also be adequate to perform the duties listed safely and effectively.
- Prior to appointment, the selectee considered for this position will undergo a medical examination and drug screening. Upon successful completion of the medical exam and drug screening, the selectee may then be appointed provisionally, pending a favorable suitability determination by the Court.
- The medical requirements and the essential job functions derived from the medical guidelines for probation officers are available for public review at http://www.uscourts.gov.
Background Investigation: Conditions of employment for a United States Probation Officer include acceptable reference check and successful completion of a full-field OPM background investigation. Candidates selected for these positions will be hired provisionally pending the outcome of this investigation. An unsatisfactory background investigation may result in termination of employment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Additional information

Employees of the U.S. Probation Office are required to adhere to a Code of Conduct of Judicial Employees.
Electronic funds transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.
Veterans' preference is not a factor used in Judicial Branch appointments.

The United States Probation Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

Benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, a flexible benefits program, a retirement plan and portable savings plan with matching contributions, and a professional environment.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant professional, educational, and work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified in the Qualifications section above, required for this position.

Required Documents

Completed Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO 78);
Letter of interest;
Resume with professional references;
College transcript; and
Writing sample ("sanitized" report/work product from your experience in a criminal justice field)

See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

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

Qualified applicants must submit one PDF file with a completed Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO 78), a letter of interest and resume with professional references, college transcript and a writing sample ("sanitized" report/work product from your experience in a criminal justice field). One PDF file should be sent to [email protected] or mailed to:

Kelly Fry, HR Administrator
U.S. Probation Office
P.O. Box 248
Wheeling WV 26003

Multiple officers may be hired with this vacancy depending on budget/workload of the office. Applications received by May 1, 2026, will be given priority consideration.

Agency contact information

Kelly Fry

[email protected]

Address

US District Court, Northern District of West VA
1125 Chapline Street
Wheeling, WV 26003
US

Next steps

Only most qualified individuals will be invited for a personal interview.

Overview

Accepting applications

Posted 04/09/26 · Apply in 3 days

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 5, 2026

Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

Wheeling, WV

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Work site options

Telework eligible

Remote job

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Salary

$53,162 - $120,341 per year

Pay scale & grade

CL 25 - 28

Promotion potential

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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type

Permanent

Occupations and job series

0007 Correctional Officer

Supervisory status

Federal service type

This job is in the Excepted Service

Represented by a union

Drug test

Yes

Security clearance

Other

Financial disclosure required

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

WVNP 2026-03

Control number

864515000

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Qualifications

Education

Additional information

Benefits

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Required Documents

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How to Apply

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