The U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the District of Arizona is seeking an accomplished and self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and strong work-ethic for the position of Probation Officer Assistant. In this role, high importance is placed on an individual who will embrace our mission and committing themselves to and believing in our vision of working together creatively to transform lives, enhancing the safety of our community.
Summary
The U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the District of Arizona is seeking an accomplished and self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and strong work-ethic for the position of Probation Officer Assistant. In this role, high importance is placed on an individual who will embrace our mission and committing themselves to and believing in our vision of working together creatively to transform lives, enhancing the safety of our community.
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, Flagstaff, 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.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
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 and or bail 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 defendants and 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 office's 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.
Cover court hearings and maintain chronological records.
Where applicable, may serve as an interpreter for officers and for non-English speaking defendants or family members as needed.
You must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify for this position.
Background investigation
Pre-employment drug test
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful applicant must possess a bachelor's 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 aged 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 master's degree.
Education
Applicant must possess a bachelor's 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.
The initial appointment to this position is provisional pending the successful completion of the required background checks and/or investigations.
Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Employees of the U.S. District Court serve under "Excepted Appointments" and are considered "at will" employees (except for probation officers who may be removed for cause). Federal Civil Service classifications or regulations do not apply; however, court employees are entitled to substantially the same benefits as other Federal Government employees.
The U.S. District Court is a drug-free workplace and the applicant selected will be required to participate in a drug screening test prior to employment.
All information provided by applicants is subject to verification and background investigation. Applicants are advised that false statements or omission of information on any application materials or the inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after being employed.
Participation in the interview process will be at the applicant's own expense and relocation expenses will not be provided.
All promotions are subject to the approval of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.
The position is subject to the mandatory electronic fund transfer (EFT) participation for payment of net pay (i.e. Direct Deposit).
Non-citizens may be interviewed and considered for employment, but employment offers will only be made to individuals who qualify under one of the exceptions in 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B). In most cases, this means that an offer of employment cannot be made unless the candidate is a lawful permanent resident who is seeking U.S. citizenship as explained below. Under 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B), a lawful permanent resident seeking citizenship may not apply for citizenship until he or she has been a permanent resident for at least five years (three years if seeking naturalization as a spouse of a citizen), at which point he or she must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible, and must complete the process within two years of applying (unless there is a delay caused by the processors of the application). Non-citizens who have not been permanent residents for five years will be required to execute an affidavit that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so.
The U.S. District Court, District of Arizona 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.
Up to 13 days paid annual leave per year for the first 3 years of employment; 20 to 26 days per year thereafter (dependent upon the length of federal service).
11 paid holidays per year.
13 days of paid sick leave per year.
Up to 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave, if qualified.
Excellent retirement package (enhanced Federal law enforcement retirement benefits)
Mandatory participation in the Federal Retirement System (FERS) and Social Security programs.
Optional Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a 401(k)-styled program with a matching component of up to 5%, with diversification control.
Full extension of health benefits.
Optional participation in the federal health insurance program of your choice (no waiting period).
Optional vision and dental insurance programs of your choice (no waiting period).
Optional participation in a flexible spending program for health and/or dependent care.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Complete applications will be reviewed based on Judiciary qualification standards. Applicants selected for interview will be evaluated based upon the question responses they provide during the structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions, the applicant should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what they did, and the outcome.
Up to 13 days paid annual leave per year for the first 3 years of employment; 20 to 26 days per year thereafter (dependent upon the length of federal service).
11 paid holidays per year.
13 days of paid sick leave per year.
Up to 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave, if qualified.
Excellent retirement package (enhanced Federal law enforcement retirement benefits)
Mandatory participation in the Federal Retirement System (FERS) and Social Security programs.
Optional Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a 401(k)-styled program with a matching component of up to 5%, with diversification control.
Full extension of health benefits.
Optional participation in the federal health insurance program of your choice (no waiting period).
Optional vision and dental insurance programs of your choice (no waiting period).
Optional participation in a flexible spending program for health and/or dependent care.
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.
Applications will be considered complete when the online application and all required attachments (in proper format) are received by the Human Resources Division. Applications and/or attachments received after the closing date may not be considered.
US District Court, District of Arizona
Sandra Day O'Connor U.S. Courthouse, Ste. 150
401 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
US
Next steps
After we receive application packages (including all required documents) to the District of Arizona employment website, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, applications will be referred to the hiring manager who will determine who may be contacted for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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.
Applications will be considered complete when the online application and all required attachments (in proper format) are received by the Human Resources Division. Applications and/or attachments received after the closing date may not be considered.
US District Court, District of Arizona
Sandra Day O'Connor U.S. Courthouse, Ste. 150
401 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
US
Next steps
After we receive application packages (including all required documents) to the District of Arizona employment website, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, applications will be referred to the hiring manager who will determine who may be contacted for an interview.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
