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U.S. Probation Officer

U.S. Courts -
Gulfport, MS

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Job Details

Full-time
$59,732 - $97,098 a year

Benefits

Travel reimbursement
Paid holidays
Health insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Probation case management
Criminology
Master's degree in public administration
Master's degree in business
Law
Master's degree in sociology
TS/SCI
Bachelor's degree in psychology
Bachelor's degree in business
Master's degree in psychology
Bachelor's degree in sociology
Mid-level
Sociology
Criminal Justice
Master's degree in criminal justice
Doctor of Law (JD)
Public Administration
Use of force training
Bachelor's degree in criminology
Psychology
Collaborating with law enforcement agencies
Bachelor's degree in public administration
Legal knowledge in community supervision
Managing clients as a supervision officer
1 year
Criminal investigation
Business
Legal compliance
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Summary

The United States Probation Office for the Southern District of Mississippi is accepting applications for the position of United States Probation and Pretrial Services Officer. Officers are responsible for a wide variety of duties relating to the investigation and supervision of individuals charged or convicted of federal crimes.

Learn more about this agency

This job is open to

The public

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

Duties

Probation officers conduct the investigation and management of alleged criminal offenders or convicted offenders who present physical danger to officers and to the public. In the supervision, treatment, and control of these offenders, these duties require moderate to arduous physical exercise, including prolonged periods of walking and standing, physical dexterity and coordination necessary for officer safety, and use of self-defense tactics. Daily, these officers face unusual mental and physical stress because they are subject to danger and possible harm during frequent, direct contact with individuals who are suspected or convicted of committing Federal offenses.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Candidates must be citizens of the United States of America or be eligible to work in the United States.
Prior to appointment, the selectee considered for this position will undergo a background investigation, medical examination, and drug screening. Upon successful completion of the background investigation, medical examination and drug screening, the selectee may then be appointed provisionally, pending a favorable suitability determination by the court. In addition, as conditions of employment, incumbent will be subject to ongoing random drug screening, updated background investigations every five years and, as deemed necessary by management for reasonable cause, and may be subject to subsequent fitness-for-duty evaluation.
The medical requirements and the essential job functions derived from the medical guidelines for probation officers, pretrial officers and officer assistants are available for public review at https://www.uscourts.gov/services-forms/probation-and-pretrial-services/probation-and-pretrial-officers-and-officer.

Qualifications

At least one-year experience in criminal investigation or supervision preferred.Broad knowledge of criminal justice system. Ability to evaluate and apply statutes and implement regulations. Good knowledge of investigative and supervision techniques. Knowledge or experience of how other judicial processes/procedures relate to his/her position. Skill in counseling offenders to obtain and maintain compliance to the conditions of their release. Skills in oral and written communication. Knowledge and skills in working with judges, attorneys, and other law enforcement agencies. Knowledge of community and potential community resources. Some travel required.

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 37 or over who have previous federal law enforcement officer experience under 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 federal law enforcement experience subtracted from their age to determine whether they meet the maximum age requirement.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in a field of academic study such as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, or business or public administration, which provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relations skills involved in the position and three years of specialized experience*, or completion of a Juris Doctor degree or a master's degree in a field study closely related to the position such as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, or business or public administration. This provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relations skills involved in the position and is required for all U. S. Probation Officer positions in the Southern District of Mississippi.
[*Progressively responsible experience gained after completion of a bachelor's in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations or work in substance or addiction treatment. Experience as a police, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigative experience is not creditable.]

Additional information

The U. S. Probation Office falls within the Judicial Branch of the U. S. Government. Judiciary employees serve under "Excepted Appointment" and are considered "At-Will" employees.
This position is subject to mandatory Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for payment of net pay.
A computerized test is required for all qualified candidates.

Disclosures:

The United States Probation Office reserves the right to modify the conditions of this vacancy announcement, or fill multiple positions from this vacancy announcement, to withdraw the announcement, or to fill the position sooner than the closing date without prior written notice.
The United States Probation Office requires employees to adhere to a Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees
The Court will not reimburse candidates for travel in connection with interviews or pay for any relocation expenses. We appreciate your interest in employment with our district.

~THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT 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 participation in the Federal Employees' Retirement System which contributes to the Social Security Retirement Program, Federal Employees' Health Benefits, Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401 K plan with employer matching contributions), paid holidays and annual and sick leave accrual.

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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.

Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Testing, and Interview are also assessed.

Required Documents

Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment Form AO78 which can be found at https://www.mssp.uscourts.gov/employment-opportunities;
Cover Letter; and
Resume (PDF format)

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

Applicants must submit:

Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment Form AO78 which can be found at https://www.mssp.uscourts.gov/employment-opportunities;

Cover Letter; and

Resume via email (PDF format)

to: [email protected] listing Vacancy Announcement 26-7 USPO in the subject line.

This position is open until filled. Multiple positions may be filled from this vacancy announcement. Location TBD (Jackson, Hattiesburg, or Gulfport, Mississippi).

Agency contact information

Human Resources

[email protected]

Address

US Probation and Pretrial Services - Mississippi Southern
501 E. Court Street
Suite 1.550
Jackson, MS 39201
US

Next steps

Qualified applicants will be notified for testing. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited for interviews and only those interviewed will receive a response. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Relocation expenses are not reimbursable.

Overview

Accepting applications

Location

Many vacancies in the following locations:

Gulfport, MS

Hattiesburg, MS

Jackson, MS

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible

Remote job

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Salary

$59,732 - $97,098 per year

This job uses the Court Personnel System (CPS) pay scale. Please see "Promotion Potential" for more information.

Pay scale & grade

CL 27

Promotion potential

28 - Noncompetitive promotional potential to CL 28 ($71,583 - $116,394).

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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 - At-Will

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

Sensitive Compartmented Information

Financial disclosure required

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number

26-7

Control number

869469100

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