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United States Probation Officer
Casper, WY H1: United States Probation Officer - Judicial Branch Job Opening H2: Seeking Experienced Law Enforcement Professionals for U.S. Probation Office Organization: U.S. Courts - District of Wyoming Department: United States Probation Office Position: Probation Officer Location: Multiple locations in Wyoming (Casper, Cheyenne, Lander) Salary: $58,030 - $113,078 per year (CL-27, Step 1 to CL-27, Step 61; CL-28, Step 1 to CL-28, Step 61) Benefits: Federal Employees Retirement System, Thrift Savings Plan, health insurance, life insurance, optional long-term care and disability, vision and dental, annual/sick leave, federal holidays Travel: Frequent, including overnight, within and outside the district (up to 76%) Telework: Not eligible Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-time Service: Excepted Promotion potential: CL-28, Step 1 to CL-28, Step 61 The U.S. Courts - District of Wyoming is seeking experienced law enforcement professionals to join their team as Probation Officers. This is a judiciary law enforcement position that involves assisting in the administration of justice and promoting community safety. The selected candidates will gather information, supervise persons under supervision, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports, conduct investigations, and present recommendations to the court. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct investigations, prepare reports, and make recommendations to the court. - Interview offenders/defendants and their families and collect background data from various sources. - Interpret and apply policies, procedures, and statutes, Federal Rules of Criminal Procedures, and U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, Monographs, and relevant case law. - 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 implement necessary treatment or violation proceedings. - Refer defendants/offenders to appropriate outside agencies such as medical and drug treatment facilities, employment, and training. - Respond to judicial officer's request for information and advice. - Testify in court as to the basis for factual findings and (if warranted) guideline applications. - Serve as a resource to the court. - Maintain detailed written records of case activity. Requirements: - U.S. citizenship or eligibility for work in the United States. - Maximum entry age of 37 years at the time of appointment. - Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of academic study related to the position. - Two years of specialized experience OR completion of a master's degree in a field of study closely related to the position, or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. - Ability to pass a background investigation, medical examination, credit check, and drug screening. - Physically capable of performing the duties of the position, which may include prolonged periods of walking and standing and use of self-defense tactics. - Willing to travel frequently, including overnight, within and outside the district. - Willing to complete a six-week intensive national training program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Charleston, South Carolina. - Willing to use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for direct deposit of pay. Benefits: - Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System, Thrift Savings Plan, choice of health benefit plan, life insurance, optional long-term care and long-term disability, optional vision and dental, annual/sick leave, and federal holidays. - Opportunity for career advancement with promotion potential up to CL-28, Step 61. - Extensive local training and a six-week intensive national training program at FLETC. - Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy and reasonable accommodation policy. Application Process: - Submit a letter of interest, current resume, Application for Judicial Branch Employment (Form AO-78), college transcript(s), two most recent performance evaluations (if applicable), and a copy of DD214 military discharge (if applicable) to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. - Combine all documents in one PDF in the above order. - Save the single document by your name (Last Name, First Name). - On the subject line of the email, enter the announcement number and position title. - Ensure your application is complete. - Email the complete packet to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** one time. - Preference given to applications received by June 7, 2024. - Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Join the U.S. Probation Office - District of Wyoming and make a difference in your community. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced law enforcement professionals. Apply now and become a part of the team dedicated to promoting community safety and administering justice. |
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