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Probation Support Technician

Judicial Branch
U.S. Courts
U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services, District of New Mexico

Summary

Probation Support Technicians work directly with United States Probation Officers in the Pretrial and Post-conviction units.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted this month · Apply by 06/07/27
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 7, 2027
Location
Few vacancies in the following locations:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$36,323 - $41,178 per year
Pay scale & grade
CL 22
Promotion potential
23 - Non-Competitive Promotion to CL 23 after 1-year.
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
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
26-15
Control number
873426400

Duties

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REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

  • Assists in performing investigations of all types for the office and other districts. Researches, retrieves and verifies addresses, collateral requests, employment, education, treatment, credit reports and social history information.
  • Receives and transfers files from other districts.
  • Retrieves and verifies criminal history information.
  • Enters data and uploads documents in probation/pretrial automated case tracking system (PACTS).
  • Assists in completing pretrial collateral investigations.
  • Processes incoming and outgoing correspondence.
  • Answers and screens phone calls.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Incumbent must clear a federal background investigation and financial check. Financial and background check outcomes must be favorable. Financial rating must be in good standing, devoid of late payments, bankruptcies and collections.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school graduate or equivalent plus general experience in clerical, office, or other work that indicates the possession of, or the ability to acquire, the knowledge and skills needed to successfully perform the duties of this position. College education of at least 2 semesters may substitute for general experience.

The successful applicant must:
Possess good multi-tasking skills and have strong interpersonal/verbal communication skills, be a team-player and flexible in a changing environment, possess strong computer skills, utilizing word processing and database applications, maintain confidentiality, and practice good work ethics.

Only the most qualified applicants in good standing will be considered for the position.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent.

Additional information

  • The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement or to withdraw the job announcement, either of which may occur without any prior written notice.
  • This job announcement may involve filling more than one position described herein.
  • If a subsequent vacancy of the same position becomes available within 90 days of the vacancy close date or date filled (whichever is the most recent), the Chief United States Probation Officer has the discretion to select a candidate from the original qualified applicant pool.
  • This position may also be assigned to a different unit other than the one posted, dependent upon the needs of the District.
  • Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid.
The U. S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the District of New Mexico 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.

How you will be evaluated

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

Number of years and type of experience.

U.S. Courts

The United States Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the District of New Mexico is committed to the fair administration of justice, transforming the lives of those we serve, and strengthening our communities. Our office serves diverse communities and is a strong supporter of inclusion and staff diversity.

The United States Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the District of New Mexico is currently accepting applications for Probation Support Technicians. This is a full-time entry level position working directly with the United States Probation Officers and is accompanied with a full benefits package.

Agency contact information

Human Resources Manager
Email
uspojobs@nmp.uscourts.gov
Address
US Probation and Pretrial Services, District of New Mexico
333 Lomas Blvd, NW
Ste 170
Albuquerque, NM 87102
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