Qureos Mentor

United States Courts

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>This position is located in the Probation Department for the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, and reports to the assigned Supervising U.S. Probation Officer. Under direction of a U.S. Probation Officer, the employee assists with the investigation and supervision of persons charged with and convicted of committing federal crimes by providing a wide range of technical and administrative support.</p>
<p>Learn more about this agency</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p><b>Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
</b><br>
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Under the direction of a U.S. Probation Officer:
</p><ul>
<li>Conducts case file reviews and advises officers and officer assistants of matters needing their attention and prepares applicable forms, documents, and reports.</li>
<li>Assists U.S. Probation Officers in conducting investigations which includes preparations of prior records and personal family data.</li>
<li>Assists U.S. Probation Officers in compiling, analyzing, and evaluating information gathered during investigations for presentence reports, supervision files, and court documents.</li>
<li>Contacts clients and their families by telephone or other electronic correspondence under the direction of U.S. Probation Officers/Officer Assistants. Investigates employment/sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to help assess risk and compliance factors.</li>
<li>Assists with providing safety information to U.S. Probation Officers in the field.</li>
<li>Maintains chain of custody of urinalysis materials. Maintains paper and computerized record of test results and informs officers of test results. Maintains and mails or transports tests and materials to laboratories for confirmation.</li>
<li>Operates various criminal justice, law enforcement, and probation automated systems, and enters documentation into PACTS and other databases.</li>
<li>Participates in ongoing training and development programs.</li>
<li>Assists with clerical duties, including front desk coverage, processing mail, scanning documents, and routes documents to staff and outside agencies as needed.</li>
<li>Performs other related duties as required.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p></p><ul><li>All applicants must be a U.S. citizen or must be a lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder) seeking U.S. citizenship, or must complete an affidavit indicating their intent to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so.</li>
<li>Completion of FBI Fingerprint Background Check with periodic reinvestigation, if applicable.</li>
<li>Employment will be provisional and contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the required background investigation. Retention depends upon a favorable suitability determination.</li>
<li>Employees are subject to mandatory electronic funds transfer.</li>
<li>Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p>Qualifications must be met at the time of the application.<br>
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<b>Required:
</b><br>
<br>
High school graduation or equivalent with a minimum of one year of specialized experience as defined below.
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<b>Specialized Experience:</b> Progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation. Experience as a police, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigation experience, is not creditable.<br>
<br>
<b>Preferred:</b>
</p><ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in such fields as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, business or public administration.
</li><li>Currently performing similar duties in a legal, human services, and/or community correction setting. Similar roles may include case manager, case worker, client services specialist, foster care specialist, child protective services case worker and social worker.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>High school graduation or equivalent.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Employees are considered &quot;at will&quot;.<br>
<br>
The United States Probation Department for the Eastern District of Michigan is a component of the United States Courts. The department is responsible for community corrections.<br>
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We are committed to maintaining a diverse organization that provides factual investigations, quality supervision and support services to the United States Courts. We are dedicated to enforcing Court ordered sanctions, minimizing risk to the public, and providing persons under supervision with the opportunity for correctional treatment.<br>
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The Court reserves the right to fill more than the advertised number of positions with this announcement, may modify the conditions of this job announcement, or may withdraw the announcement, any of which may occur without prior written or other notice.</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<p>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.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p><b>Local benefits for employees in the Eastern District of Michigan include:</b>
</p><ul>
<li>On-site fitness facilities in Detroit, Bay City, and Flint Courthouses.</li>
<li>Volunteer Policy - With approval, receive up to 24 hours of paid administrative leave for approved volunteer activities.</li>
<li>Telework (if applicable)</li>
<li>Flexible work schedules (if applicable)</li>
<li>Commuter Benefit Subsidies</li>
<li>Discounts for Government Employees</li>
</ul>
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<b>National Benefits:</b><br>
<br>
Insurance:
<ul><li>Many Health Insurance options to choose from including, HMO, PPO, and Fee-for-Service</li>
<li>Many Dental and Vision plans to choose from</li>
<li>Group Life Insurance with additional riders you can customize for your needs</li>
<li>Short and Long-term Care Insurance options</li>
</ul>Flexible Benefits:
<ul><li>Health Care Reimbursement Account (HCRA)</li>
<li>Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA)</li>
<li>Premium Payment Plan (PPP)</li>
</ul>Retirement:
<ul><li>Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)</li>
<li>Thrift Savings Program (TSP) with Employer Matching (Term Law Clerks excluded)</li>
</ul><p></p>
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<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>All application documents will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the qualification requirements.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p>Required Documents:
</p><ul>
<li>Cover letter (include vacancy number AND preferred duty station)</li>
<li>Resume</li>
<li>Completed application Form AO-78</li></ul></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>Applicants must submit their application and required documents using the link below.<br>
<br>
https://www.mied.uscourts.gov/index.cfm?pageFunction=employment#tabs1-MIED<br>
<br>
Required Documents:
</p><ul>
<li>Cover letter (include vacancy number AND preferred duty station)</li>
<li>Resume</li>
<li>Completed application Form AO-78</li>
</ul>Application materials that do not adhere to this procedure may not be considered. Separate applications must be made to individual vacancy announcements.</div><p></p><p><br>
</p></div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Sharon Gracey
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>Sharon_Gracey@mied.uscourts.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>US District Court, Eastern District of Michigan</i><br>
<i>231 W. Lafayette Blvd.</i><br>
<i>Room 890
</i><br>
<i>Detroit, MI 48226</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.<br>
Travel reimbursement in connection with the selection process and/or relocation is not authorized.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Posted this week &middot; Apply by 08/23/26
</div><div>Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 23, 2026
</div></div><div></div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>1 vacancy in the following locations:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Ann Arbor, MI
 </div></div><div><div>Bay City, MI
 </div></div><div><div>Detroit, MI
</div></div><div>No matching locations found.
</div></div></div></div><div>Work site options</div>
<div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$49,306 - $60,639 per year
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div><div>CL 24</div>
<div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>None
 </div></div><div><div>Learn more about pay scale and grade
</div><div>Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
</div></div></div></div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Temporary</div>
</div><div><div>Occupations and job series</div>
<ul><li>0007 Correctional Officer
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Federal service type</div>
<div>This job is in the Excepted Service
</div></div><div><div>Represented by a union</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Other</div>
</div><div><div>Financial disclosure required</div>
<div>No</div>
<div><div>Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
</div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>26-20</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>878327100</div></div></div></div>

Temporary Probation Services Technician

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>Probation officers serve in a judiciary law enforcement capacity and assist in the fair administration of justice, provide community safety, conduct objective investigations, supervise defendants or offenders, interact with collateral agencies, prepare reports and present recommendations to the Court. The officers hired will be assigned to prepare presentence reports and/or supervise defendants/offenders to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community, and to provide c</p>
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<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
</div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Clarification from the agency</b></h3>
<p>Open to the Public, Current Excepted Service employees</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p></p><ul><li>Conduct investigations and prepare reports for the Court with recommendations. Interview offenders/ defendants and their families and collect background data from various sources. Interpret and apply policies and procedures, statutes, Federal Rules of Criminal Procedures, and U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, Monographs, and relevant case law, as applicable.</li>
<li>Enforce court-ordered supervision conditions and implement supervision strategies. Maintain personal contact with defendants or offenders through office and community contacts to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk of danger to the community, reduce risk of nonappearance, and to provide correctional treatment.</li>
<li>Collect and conduct urinalysis tests of offenders/defendants, following established procedures and protocols. Maintain paper and computerized records of test results. Maintain chain of custody of urinalysis testing materials. Maintain detailed written records of case activity.</li>
<li>Investigate employment, sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to assess risk and compliance. Responsible for detection of substance abuse. Through assessment and counseling, implement the necessary treatment or violation proceedings. Refer defendants or offenders to appropriate outside agencies such as medical and drug treatment facilities, employment and training.</li>
<li>Analyze and respond to any objections to sentencing recommendations. This may include resolving disputed issues and presenting unresolved issues to the court for resolution.</li>
<li>Assess risk level of defendants or offenders and develop a blend of strategies for controlling and correcting risk.</li>
<li>Assure the protection of the constitutional rights of defendants through the statutory mandate to assess risk of nonappearance and danger to the community.</li>
<li>Enforce pretrial and post-conviction supervision conditions through evidence-based practices of effective supervision.</li>
<li>Respond to judicial officer's requests for information and advice. Testify in court as to the basis for factual findings and guideline applications. Serve as a resource to the court to facilitate proper imposition of release or sentence.</li>
<li>Initiate contact with, reply to, and seek information from organizations and persons such as the U.S. Parole Commission, Bureau of Prisons, U.S. Attorney's Office, and various law enforcement, correctional and social service agencies.</li>
<li>Detect and investigate violations and implement appropriate alternatives and sanctions. Report violations of the conditions of supervision to the appropriate authorities. Prepare well written, grammatically correct, objective reports for the court's consideration regarding pretrial, presentence, and/or post-conviction supervision issues.</li>
<li>Knowledge of, and compliance with, the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and court confidentiality requirements. Ability to demonstrate sound ethics and mature, professional judgment as an objective, neutral officer of the court.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p>Applicants must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States. As a condition of continued employment, every five years, employees in this position are subject to a re-investigation to determine continued suitability. The incumbent will be subject to ongoing random drug screening, and, as deemed necessary by management for reasonable cause, may be subject to subsequent fitness-for-duty evaluations.<br>
</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p>Minimum of one year of progressively responsible experience, gained after completion of a bachelor's degree, in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, or corrections, criminal investigations, or work in substance/addiction treatment. Experience as a police, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigative experience, is not creditable.<br>
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The duties of probation officers require the investigation and management of convicted criminal 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 to operate a firearm, and use of self-defense tactics. On a daily basis, 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 convicted of committing Federal offenses.<br>
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Prior to appointment, the selectee considered for this position is required to undergo an extensive medical examination and drug screening. Upon successful completion of the medical examination and drug screening, the selectee may then be appointed provisionally, pending a favorable suitability determination by the court. Continued employment will be contingent on successful completion of the OPM investigation. In addition, the incumbent will be subject to ongoing random drug screening and updated background investigations every five years.<br>
<br>
The medical requirements and the essential job functions derived from the medical guidelines for probation officers, pretrial services officers, and officer assistants are available for public review at http://www.uscourts.gov.<br>
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Because officers must effectively deal with physical attacks and are subject to moderate or arduous physical exertion, applicants must be physically capable. Officers must possess, with or without corrective lenses, good distance vision in at least one eye and the ability to read normal size print. Normal hearing ability, with or without a hearing aid, is also required. In most instances, the amputation of an arm, hand, leg, or foot will not disqualify an applicant from appointment, although it may be necessary for the applicant to use prosthesis to compensate for the amputation. Any severe health problems, however, such as physical defects, disease, and deformities that constitute employment hazards to the applicant or others, may disqualify an applicant. Examples of health problems that may be disqualifying are untreated hernia, cardiovascular disorders, serious deformities or disability of the extremities, mental health disorders, fainting and/or seizures, metabolic disorders, bleeding disorders, pulmonary disorders, and marked speech abnormalities.<br>
<br>
Maximum Entry Age<br>
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 law enforcement officer experience under the 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 law enforcement officer experience subtracted from their age to determine whether they meet the maximum age requirement.<br>
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</p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>Completion of 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, which provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relations skills involved in the position.<br>
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Education Substitution: Completion of one academic year (30 semester or 45 quarter hours), of graduate work in a field of study closely related to the position equates to one year of specialized experience. Completion of a master's degree in a field of study closely related to the position, or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, equates to two years of specialized experience.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Travel expenses to attend the interview will not be reimbursed. All information provided by the applicant is subject to verification. Due to the volume of applications the court will only communicate with those individuals invited for an interview. The U.S. Probation Office reserves the right to amend or withdraw this Announcement with or without notice to applicants and more than one vacancy may be filled from this announcement.
<br>
<br>
The U.S. Probation Office for the Central District of Illinois is an equal opportunity employer.</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<p>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.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>Eleven paid federal holidays, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, retirement benefits under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), tax deferred retirement savings and investment plan under the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), health, dental, vision and life insurance, flexible spending account for health and childcare reimbursement, and employee assistance program.</p></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>Applicants will be evaluated on education and work experience as it relates to the position.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p>Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Qualified applicants will be tested. Applicants must submit all the following documents to be considered for this position. Non-submission of the required documentation or an incomplete packet will disqualify the applicant.
</p><div>
<ul><li>Cover letter
</li></ul><ul><li>Resume</li></ul>
<ul><li>A completed Application for Judicial Branch Employment (AO-78). You may download this form at www.ilcp.uscourts.gov/career-opportunities. (date of birth must be reported on the application form).</li></ul>
<ul><li>College transcripts.
</li></ul><ul><li>Please indicate in your application packet which office you are interested in or if you would like to be considered for both Peoria and Springfield.</li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>U.S. Probation Office<br>
Attn: Human Resources<br>
Vacancy 2026-10<br>
210 U.S. Courthouse<br>
600 E. Monroe Street<br>
Springfield, IL 62701<br>
<br>
You may also email your application materials in one pdf attachment to keely_sprague@ilcd.uscourts.gov.</p></div><p><br>
</p></div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Human Resources
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>keely_sprague@ilcd.uscourts.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>US Probation Office, Central District of Illinois</i><br>
<i>600 E. Monroe Street</i><br>
<i>Springfield,, IL 62701</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>We will review applications as they are received. Once the vacancy closes, we will review all applications and contact those candidates that we are interested in interviewing. If you are not selected for an interview, you will not be contacted.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Posted this week &middot; Apply by 08/25/26
</div><div>Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 25, 2026
</div></div><div></div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Few vacancies in the following locations:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Peoria, IL
 </div></div><div><div>Springfield, IL
</div></div><div>No matching locations found.
</div></div></div></div><div>Work site options</div>
<div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>Yes&mdash;as determined by the agency policy.</div>
</div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$51,419 - $116,394 per year
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div><div>CL 25 - 28</div>
<div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>28
 </div></div><div><div>Learn more about pay scale and grade
</div><div>Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
</div></div></div></div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Occupations and job series</div>
<ul><li>0007 Correctional Officer
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Federal service type</div>
<div>This job is in the Excepted Service
</div></div><div><div>Represented by a union</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>Yes</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Other</div>
</div><div><div>Financial disclosure required</div>
<div>No</div>
<div><div>Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
</div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>DE-13022765-26-AB</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>878530400</div></div></div></div>

US Probation Officer

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>Progressively responsible administrative, technical, professional, supervisory or managerial experience that provided an opportunity to gain (a) skill in developing the interpersonal work relationships needed to lead a team of employees, (b) the ability to exercise mature judgment, and (c) knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and theories of management and the ability to understand the managerial policies applicable to the U.S. Probation Office and U.S. District Court.</p>
<p>Learn more about this agency</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
</div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Clarification from the agency</b></h3>
<p>Open to the Public, Current Excepted Service employees</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p></p><ul><li>Supervise professional law enforcement staff in performance of their duties, including establishing standards, evaluating performance, handling minor infractions, and recommending disciplinary actions. Confer regularly with staff to provide direction and assistance in case situations. Receive, prioritize, and assign work, ensuring that work is assigned fairly and equitably. Monitor time and attendance and evaluate and approve leave requests. Provide training and orientation for new staff members. Serve as a resource for officers to assist with performing work successfully and efficiently. Develop and implement training programs for officers. Make recommendations regarding new hires, personnel actions, and terminations.</li>
<li>Review and edit written work, case plans, correspondence, and various other reports submitted to the court. Ensure that recommendations made by officers to the court adhere to local and national policy and guidelines. Ensure adequate coverage for office activities, court appearances, etc. Conduct audits and reviews of case work. Establish schedules and deadlines for completion of work.</li>
<li>Communicate and respond to senior management requests regarding case operations. Answer procedural questions for judges, staff, and the public. Provide customer service and resolve difficulties while complying with regulations, rules, and procedures. Abide by the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees and court confidentiality requirements. Demonstrate sound ethics and good judgment at all times. Handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.</li>
<li>Perform any or all duties of a probation or pretrial services officer, including investigating and/or supervising offenders/defendants.</li>
<li>Support the District mission and vision and effectively serve as a member of the chain of command.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p>Applicants must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States. As a condition of continued employment, every five years, employees in this position are subject to a re-investigation to determine continued suitability. The incumbent will be subject to ongoing random drug screening, and, as deemed necessary by management for reasonable cause, may be subject to subsequent fitness-for-duty evaluations.<br>
</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p>A minimum of one-year of experience as a U.S. Probation Officer at CL 28 grade level or above.
<br>
<br>
Preferred Qualifications:
</p><ul><li>Three years' experience as a U.S. Probation Officer at full performance level CL 28 or equivalent.</li>
<li>Acceptable performance rating for the past three years.</li>
</ul>
<br>
The official duty station for this position is Springfield, Illinois, and the applicant must be willing to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.<br>
<br>
Applicant must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States.<br>
<p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>Completion of a bachelor's from an accredited college or university in the field of academic study, such as criminal justice, psychology, sociology, human relations, or business or public administration.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Travel expenses to attend the interview will not be reimbursed. All information provided by the applicant is subject to verification. Due to the volume of applications the court will only communicate with those individuals invited for an interview. The U.S. Probation Office reserves the right to amend or withdraw this Announcement with or without notice to applicants and more than one vacancy may be filled from this announcement.
<br>
<br>
The U.S. Probation Office for the Central District of Illinois is an equal opportunity employer.</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<p>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.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>Eleven paid federal holidays, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, retirement benefits under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), tax deferred retirement savings and investment plan under the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), health, dental, vision and life insurance, flexible spending account for health and childcare reimbursement, and employee assistance program.</p></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>Applicants will be evaluated on education and work experience as it relates to the position.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p></p><ul><li>A cover letter.</li>
<li>Resume.
</li><li>AO78 form, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment. The application form can be found on the Probation website at www.ilcp.uscourts.gov/career-opportunities.
</li></ul>The Probation Office faces unique challenges. Choose one of the following topics and discuss how you would address it as a supervisor. Make sure you describe the issue, how it affects officers, and how a manager can help officers overcome it:
<div><ul><li>Secondary trauma.
</li></ul><ul><li>Burnout from overwhelming deadlines.
</li></ul><ul><li>Helping officers stay abreast of legal and guideline changes.
</li></ul><ul><li>How would you help the district continue to move toward Evidence Based Practices and motivate officers to learn new skills.</li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>U.S. Probation Office<br>
Attn: Human Resources<br>
Vacancy 2026-09<br>
210 U.S. Courthouse<br>
600 E. Monroe Street<br>
Springfield, IL 62701<br>
<br>
You may also email your application materials in one pdf attachment to keely_sprague@ilcd.uscourts.gov.</p></div><p><br>
</p></div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Human Resources
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>keely_sprague@ilcd.uscourts.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>US Probation Office, Central District of Illinois</i><br>
<i>600 E. Monroe Street</i><br>
<i>Springfield,, IL 62701</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>We will review applications as they are received. Once the vacancy closes, we will review all applications and contact those candidates that we are interested in interviewing. If you are not selected for an interview, you will not be contacted.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Posted this week &middot; Apply by 08/25/26
</div><div>Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 25, 2026
</div></div><div></div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>1 vacancy in the following location:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Springfield, IL
</div></div><div>No matching locations found.
</div></div></div></div><div>Work site options</div>
<div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>Yes&mdash;as determined by the agency policy.</div>
</div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$85,141 - $163,535 per year
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div><div>CL 29 - 30</div>
<div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>30
 </div></div><div><div>Learn more about pay scale and grade
</div><div>Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
</div></div></div></div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Occupations and job series</div>
<ul><li>0007 Correctional Officer
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Federal service type</div>
<div>This job is in the Excepted Service
</div></div><div><div>Represented by a union</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>Yes</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Other</div>
</div><div><div>Financial disclosure required</div>
<div>No</div>
<div><div>Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
</div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>DE-13022751-26-AB</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>878529700</div></div></div></div>

Supervisory US Probation Officer

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>The successful candidate will ensure compliance with internal controls, audits, policies, and regulations affecting financial processes, and performs financial and accounting activities for the court unit. Outside the unit, the Budget Manager is the liaison with other administrative staff, budgetary personnel from other court units, and the Administrative Office of the U.S Courts. The Budget Manager is a first-line supervisor over the budget and procurement employees.<br>
<br>
</p><p>Learn more about this agency</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p></p><ul><li>Manages the annual budget in a decentralized budgeting environment. Remains current on applicable program requirements, updates, and changes. Reviews and certifies vouchers for payment. Monitors spending to identify problem areas and makes necessary changes. Collaborates with members of management on budget and organizational issues. Advises managers and unit executives on staffing costs, cost projections, and related issues. Participates in strategic planning and provides advice to help achieve court unit goals.</li>
<li>Assists the unit executive by overseeing and managing the U.S. Probation Office budget on a day-to-day basis including planning, estimating, reprogramming, projecting, monitoring, and reporting status of funds. Ensures the funds are never exceeded in accordance with the Anti-Deficiency Act. Advises the unit executive of any unusual or critical budget funding, special situations or potential shortfalls and suggests possible solutions. Makes budgetary recommendations within allotments and coordinates budget operations, as required, with the Administrative Office Finance &amp; Budget Division. Reviews accounting records of each functional area allotment, reprograms funds, and reconciles accounts. Keeps program managers informed of current funding within their programs.</li>
<li>Formulates, evaluates, and implements policies, procedures, and protocols related to financial and budgetary operations, and execution within the unit and court. Serves as a liaison to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts by advising managers, executives, or judges on court financial and budget matters and serves as project manager on special financial or budget initiatives.</li>
<li>Oversees the review of all vouchers related to various expenses for propriety of payment and proper classification of the funds disbursed.</li>
<li>Manages, develops, and mentors professional staff involved in financial and budget activities and procurement functions, including establishing standards, assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance, and handling disciplinary actions. Oversees the daily operations of staff, conducts staff meetings, provides information, and delegates work. Routinely checks work products and processes, and provides coaching, training and guidance as required.</li>
<li>Prepares the overall fiscal budget plan for review by the unit executive. Performs data analysis and conducts modeling based on different operational scenarios. Manages all aspects of the budget throughout the fiscal year which includes reviewing the accuracy of allotments, preparation of the annual budget call, recommending and performing reprogramming between budget accounts, and coordinating financial appeals, supplemental requests, or justifications.</li>
<li>Researches and analyzes financial-and-budget related questions, problems, trends, and areas for improvement. Responds or prepares written correspondence, as required. Conducts work measurement and work productivity studies related to financial, budget, and associated activities and prepares reports.</li>
<li>Performs internal reviews to ensure that the court unit is in compliance with the Guide to Judiciary Policy, internal controls, and generally accepted accounting principles. Prepares documents to identify findings and develops written recommendations.</li>
<li>In conjunction with the Chief U.S. Probation Officer, coordinates the annual spending plan and monitors ongoing revisions throughout the year to ensure availability and proper accounting of funds.</li>
<li>Monitors and tracks obligations and expenditures throughout the execution phase of the annual operating budget. Verifies that obligations and expenditures are in accordance with the spending plan and regulatory controls, are within amounts programmed.</li>
<li>Prepares complex financial and statistical reports related to budgetary obligations, expenditures, and projections. Prepares and submits reports required by the AO in a consistent and timely manner.</li>
<li>Adheres to the internal control procedures and the internal control operating procedures in monitoring and executing the budget. Maintains a Budget Organization Plan which documents procedures related to the management, planning, formulation, and execution of the budget.</li>
<li>Performs the day-to-day budget management functions within the Judiciary Integrated Financial Management System (JIFMS) accounting system. Reviews vouchers for payment of appropriated and non-appropriated funds. Maintains and monitors the Judiciary Payroll Projection System (JPPS) used to project salaries. Performs bi-weekly reconciliation of personnel costs.</li>
<li>Performs projections related to salary expenditures and obligations. Reliably advises unit executives on staffing, costs and cost projections, and related issues.</li>
<li>Serves as the Agency/Organization Program Coordinator (A/OPC) and approving official for the travel and purchase card programs ensuring that all spending adheres to the policies of the credit card vendor and travel policies.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p></p><ul><li>Applicants must be United States citizens or be eligible to work in the United States, under 8 U.S.C. &sect; 1324b(a)(3)(B).
</li><li>Appointment to this position is contingent upon a background investigation including an FBI fingerprint check and a check of financial and credit records and is subject to reinvestigation every five years. Any position offer will be considered provisional until full suitability determination can be made.</li>
<li>All judiciary employees are required to adhere to the Judicial Code of Conduct.
</li></ul><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p>Court Personnel Classification level requirements:
</p><ul>
<li>CL 28 - Bachelor's Degree and two years specialized experience</li>
<li>CL 29 - Bachelor's Degree and three years specialized experience</li>
<li>CL 30 - Bachelor's Degree and four years specialized experience</li>
</ul>
<br>
<b>SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:</b><br>
Specialized experience and supervisory experience in a financial environment; experience in auditing and internal controls review and implementation; strong written and oral communication skills; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to apply a body of rules, regulations and laws; knowledge and proficiency in Excel, Word, and other Windows based applications; ability to work successfully in a fast paced, team environment.<br>
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Specialized experience includes progressively responsible experience in at least one but preferably two or more of the functional areas of financial management and administration such as budgeting, accounting, auditing, or financial reporting that provided a knowledge of rules, regulations, and terminology of financial administration.<br>
<br>
<b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b><br>
An advanced degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited educational institution. Prior experience working in Budget and/or Finance in a federal court unit, with special consideration for a candidate with budget experience in a Probation and/or Pretrial Services Office.<br>
<br>
<b>PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
</b><br>
A successful candidate must have unquestioned integrity, superior organizational and analytical skills, detailed oriented, and have the ability to problem solve and exercise sound judgement. Demonstrate sound ethics, maintain a professional demeanor and presence, possess effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to work with a wide variety of people with diverse backgrounds, manage multiple demands in a fast paced work environment, ability to compile information within established time frames, follow detailed instructions accurately and ability to adapt to change.
<p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in accounting, finance or closely related field.
<br>
<br>
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible, successful, and substantive budget, financial, accounting or related field; procurement administration experience and attention to detail is required. In addition, three years of progressively responsible administrative, technical, professional, supervisory, or managerial experience is required.<br>
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<p></p><div><div><ul><li>All application information is subject to verification.</li>
<li>The Budget Manager is an excepted service position, serves at the pleasure of the court, and is an 'at will' employee who can be terminated with or without cause.</li>
<li>This position is subject to mandatory direct deposit participation.</li>
<li>To review complete job posting, please visit: www.utp.uscourts.gov.</li>
</ul><b><i>THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</i></b></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<p>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.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>The salary for this position is a CL 28 ($71,583 - $89,508), CL 29 ($85,141 - $106,437), or CL 30 ($100,604 - $125,776) depending on length and relevance of experience. The position falls within the Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government, and the benefits include participation in the FERS_FRAE retirement system, health, dental, vision and life insurance programs, holiday and leave accrual, tax deferred saving plan and periodic salary increases.</p>
<p>Review our benefits</p></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>Applicant's education and work history will be reviewed to ensure qualifications are met.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p>Qualified candidates and/or transfers are invited to submit:
</p><div>
<ul><li>Letter of interest outlining your relevant experience</li></ul>
<ul><li>Detailed resume including education, previous employment, and key career accomplishments</li></ul>
<ul><li>Application for Judicial Branch Employment (AO78)</li></ul>
</div><b>See 'How to Apply' for instructions.</b>
<p></p>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
</b></h3><p>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.
</p><p>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.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>The application form (AO78) is available on the court's website https://www.utp.uscourts.gov/ or at the address listed below from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. Application packages are preferred <b>by July 9, 2026</b>. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be screened for qualifications and only the most qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for a personal interview. Applicants selected for interviews must travel at their own expense, and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. Applicants who are invited to interview may advise the Human Resources Office if an accommodation is necessary.<br>
<br>
Please email application packages in PDF format to UTD_HumanResources@utd.uscourts.gov.<br>
<br>
Or mail or hand deliver to:<br>
<br>
<b>United States District Court</b><br>
<b>Attention: HR - Budget Manager</b><br>
<b>351 South West Temple, Suite 2.117</b><br>
<b>Salt Lake City, UT 84101</b></p></div><p><br>
</p></div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Human Resources
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>UTD_HumanResources@utd.uscourts.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>US District Court for the District of Utah</i><br>
<i>351 S West Temple</i><br>
<i>Salt Lake City, UT 84101</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Applications will be screened for qualifications and only the most qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for a personal interview.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Posted today &middot; Apply by 07/30/26
</div><div>Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 30, 2026
</div></div><div></div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>1 vacancy in the following location:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Salt Lake City, UT
</div></div><div>No matching locations found.
</div></div></div></div><div>Work site options</div>
<div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$71,582 - $125,776 per year
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div><div>CL 28 - 30</div>
<div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>30
 </div></div><div><div>Learn more about pay scale and grade
</div><div>Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
</div></div></div></div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Occupations and job series</div>
<ul><li>0505 Financial Management
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>Yes</div>
</div><div><div>Federal service type</div>
<div>This job is in the Excepted Service
</div></div><div><div>Represented by a union</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Other</div>
</div><div><div>Financial disclosure required</div>
<div>No</div>
<div><div>Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
</div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>06-UTP-26</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>874041700</div></div></div></div>

Budget Manager

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2>
<p>Case Management Specialists perform professional court operations work within the Clerk's Office with primary responsibility for maintaining and processing case information, performing quality and compliance review of case filings, supporting court hearings and public services, and managing the progression of cases pending before the court in accordance with court policies, procedures, and processing standards.</p>
<p>Learn more about this agency</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>This job is open to</b></h2>
</div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The public</b></h3>
</div><div>U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.</div></div></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
</div><p><b>Case Management:</b> Initiate, process, and manage case filings in the court's electronic case management platform and associated tools. Facilitate the timely progression of cases from initiation through termination according to court policies and processing standards. Ensure and maintain the accuracy and accessibility of all case records and related information, including appropriate handling of sensitive and confidential case materials. Prepare and issue accurate and timely court orders, case documents, and case correspondence. Apply system features, automated workflows, and available technology resources to maximize processing efficiency and support the timely progression of pending matters. Demonstrate proficiency with court technology systems and adapt effectively when platforms, workflows, or tools are updated or replaced. Participate in user acceptance testing, provide operational feedback during system implementations, and contribute to training or procedure updates as systems evolve.<br>
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<b>Quality Control:</b> Review case filings for compliance with applicable laws and court rules, including issuing compliance and quality control notices as appropriate. Refer matters for legal or judicial review and screen cases for calendaring according to court policies and processing standards. Monitor docket entries for accuracy and completeness, including performing quality control review on attorney-docketed entries. Understand the downstream effect of data quality on court reporting, performance metrics, and case management system integrity, and escalate systemic patterns or recurring discrepancies to supervisors. Monitor and update reports and use quality management tools to ensure the accurate and timely progression of cases pending before the court.<br>
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<b>Records and Data Stewardship:</b> Maintain the integrity of the official case record. Sort, classify, and file case documents in accordance with established procedures. Contribute to continuous improvement of data quality standards and case processing procedures by identifying workflow inefficiencies or recurring error patterns and raising them through appropriate channels. Support the development or revision of written procedures and quality control tools consistent with the court's quality management framework.<br>
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<b>Public Stakeholder Support:</b> Communicate and maintain a positive, professional, and solution-oriented approach to public stakeholder requests while providing timely and accurate responses and support consistent with court policies and standards. Assist and respond to public inquiries from litigants, counsel, and the general public through various channels. Provide information about case filing requirements, filing procedures, and general information about the court. Facilitate the resolution of public stakeholder issues and concerns. Perform financial deputy duties as needed to support the receipting of funds into the U.S. Treasury and court accounts.<br>
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<b>Court Hearing Support:</b> Attend court sessions and perform courtroom deputy functions, including setting up the courtroom, communicating and coordinating with arguing counsel before the start of the hearing, operating courtroom technology systems including audio-visual and recording equipment with proficiency, and assisting with the orderly flow of proceedings. Adapt to equipment changes or upgrades as introduced. Provide support to the judges scheduled for the hearing before and after the court session, including coordinating with chambers staff, ensuring judges have necessary court documents, and distributing hearing materials. Support remote and virtual hearings as needed.<br>
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<b>General Deputy Clerk Responsibilities:</b> Communicate and respond to judges, chambers staff, and management requests regarding court operations. Answer procedural questions for judges, staff, and the public. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to explain complex operational matters and concepts to individuals and groups with varying experience and backgrounds. Interact effectively with the public and staff, providing quality service and resolving difficulties efficiently while complying with regulations, rules, and procedures. Develop, implement, and maintain written procedures for assigned functions; actively participate in process improvement efforts and contribute to a culture of operational excellence consistent with the court's quality management standards. Maintain operational proficiency across multiple functional areas within the Clerk's Office, including case management, public services, and courtroom operations, to support flexible deployment and continuity of operations. Participate in cross-training initiatives and contribute operational expertise when assigned to support functions outside primary responsibilities. Support office financial processes and court sessions as needed. Comply with the Guide to Judiciary Policy, Administrative Office policies and procedures, and internal controls.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Conditions of employment</b></h3>
<p></p><ul><li>Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States. 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.&sect; 1324b(a)(3)(B). Under 8 U.S.C.&sect;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.</li>
<li>All offers of employment are provisional pending successful completion of a background check or investigation and a favorable employment suitability determination. Initial and continued appointment in this position is conditioned on a favorable moderate risk, five-year background investigation (renewed every five years). An unfavorable investigation at any point during employment may lead to removal.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h3>
<p><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b>
</p><ul>
<li><b>CL 24 ($51,146 - $83,131):</b> Possession of an undergraduate degree from an accredited university with superior academic achievement* and one year of specialized experience** -OR- Possession of a high school diploma (or equivalency) and three years of specialized experience**</li>
<li><b>CL 25 ($56,478 - $91,839):</b> Possession of an undergraduate degree and two years of specialized experience**, which must have been gained in a position within the federal judiciary. At least one of the two years must have been equivalent to the CL 24. -OR- Possession of a high school diploma (or equivalency) and four years of specialized experience** as defined below, which must have been gained in a position within the federal judiciary. At least one of the four years must have been equivalent to the CL 24.</li>
<li>Superior academic achievement is defined as:
</li></ul><ul><li>An overall &quot;B&quot; grade point average equaling 2.90 or better of a possible 4.0; or</li>
<li>Standing in the upper third of the class; or</li>
<li>&quot;3.5&quot; average or better in a legal studies, paralegal studies, or similar major field of study that would prepare a candidate well to perform in this position; or</li>
<li>Election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma XI, or one of the National Honorary Scholastic Societies meeting the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies, other than Freshman Honor Societies.</li>
</ul>**Specialized experience is defined as progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation.<br>
<br>
Note: Pay setting above the step 25 may only be considered for individuals with prior federal experience using the highest previous rate (HPR) policy.<br>
<br>
<b>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
</b><ul><li>Prior work or intern experience in a court, legal, or government work environment.</li>
<li>Prior work or intern experience involving the federal judiciary's CM/ECF system.</li>
<li>Prior work experience (including internships or volunteer work) in a public customer service-related role (e.g., public reception, public interaction, telephone answering, client interaction).</li>
<li>Prior work or academic experience using the Microsoft 365 Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.</li>
<li>Prior experience with data quality review, records management, process improvement, or operational reporting.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h3>
<p>At a minimum, candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalency.
</p></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional information</b></h3>
<p></p><div><div><ul><li>For in-person interviews, candidates must travel at their own expense.</li>
<li>More than one position may be filled from this vacancy announcement.</li>
<li>The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this announcement, commence interviews immediately, withdraw the announcement, or fill the position at any time, any of which actions may occur without notice.</li>
<li>The position will report to downtown Washington, DC; however, limited telework may be available on an ad hoc basis and/or according to agency policy. Employees of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit are excepted service, at-will appointments. Federal government civil service classifications or regulations do not apply.</li>
<li>This position is subject to Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.</li>
<li>For full posting, please visit https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/wp-content/uploads/HR/JobAnnouncements/CAFC-26-07-CaseManagementSpecialist.pdf.</li>
</ul><b><i>The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></b></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<p>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.</p>
</div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><p>Benefits</p></h1></div></div><div>
<p>The candidate selected for this position will be eligible for a generous federal employee benefits package which includes:
</p><ul>
<li>Paid vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, and 11 paid federal holidays per year.</li>
<li>Optional participation in Federal Employees Health Benefits plans (health, dental and vision); Federal Employees Group Life Insurance; Flexible Benefits Program.</li>
<li>Public transportation subsidy, on-site fitness center, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).</li>
<li>Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Optional participation in Thrift Savings Plan (up to 5% employer matched contributions).</li>
<li>Public Service Loan Forgiveness program pursuant to the term of the (PSLF) program.</li>
</ul><p></p>
<p>Review our benefits</p></div></div></div></div></div>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How you will be evaluated</b></h2>
<p>You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.</p>
<p>Applicants will be evaluated based upon review of their qualifications and the application package.</p></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Documents</b></h2>
</div><p></p><div><ul><li>Cover letter of no more than two pages describing the required knowledge, skills, abilities, and or experience (described above) that would make the applicant well qualified to fill this position.</li></ul>
<ul><li>R&eacute;sum&eacute; outlining educational background, employment history, and other relevant information.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial or official).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Completion of online AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment.
</li></ul><ul><li>Completion of the online aptitude and personality tests.</li></ul>
</div>See 'How to Apply' for instructions.<br>
<p></p>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
</b></h3><p>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.
</p><p>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.</p></div></div>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply</b></h2>
</div><div><div><p>To be considered, application packages must include:
</p><div>
<ul><li>Cover letter of no more than two pages describing the required knowledge, skills, abilities, and or experience (described above) that would make the applicant well qualified to fill this position.</li></ul>
<ul><li>R&eacute;sum&eacute; outlining educational background, employment history, and other relevant information.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial or official).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Completion of online AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment.
</li></ul><ul><li>Completion of the online aptitude and personality tests.</li></ul>
</div>
<br>
Once you have the cover letter and r&eacute;sum&eacute; files (items 1 and 2 above) readily accessible in PDF format, follow the below link to submit your files and complete the online AO-78 and online tests (items 3 and 4 above): https://www.ondemandassessment.com/o/JB-LA7LP0YPO/landing?u=1142493.<br>
<br>
Applicants who require an exception to the online application may contact Human Resources to request an alternate method using the following email: hr@cafc.uscourts.gov. Applications submitted to this email address will not be reviewed.</div><p></p><p><br>
</p></div>
<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Agency contact information</b></h3>
 <div>Human Resources
</div><div><div><div>Email</div>
<div>HR@cafc.uscourts.gov
</div></div><div><div>Address</div>
<div><div><i>US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit</i><br>
<i>717 Madison Place, N.W.</i><br>
<i>Suite 410
</i><br>
<i>Human Resources
</i><br>
<i>Washington, DC 20439</i><br>
<i>US
</i></div></div></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Next steps</b></h3>
<div><div><p>Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.</p></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2>
</div><div><div>Accepting applications</div>
<div><div>Open &amp; closing dates</div>
 <div>04/10/2026 to 07/01/2026
</div></div><div><div>Salary</div>
<div>$51,146 - $91,839 per year
<p>Salary determined by qualifications and experience as outlined below under &quot;Required Qualifications&quot;.</p>
</div></div><div><div>Pay scale &amp; grade</div>
<div>CL 24 - 25</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Few vacancies in the following location:</div>
 <div><div><div><div>Washington, DC
</div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div>Remote job</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Telework eligible</div>
<div>Yes&mdash;as determined by the agency policy.</div>
</div><div><div>Travel Required</div>
<div>Not required</div>
</div><div><div>Relocation expenses reimbursed</div>
<div>No
</div></div><div><div>Appointment type</div>
<div>Permanent</div>
</div><div><div>Work schedule</div>
<div>Full-time</div>
</div><div><div>Service</div>
<div>Excepted</div>
</div><div><div>Promotion potential</div>
<div>26 - Promotion up to the Case Management Analyst CL 26 may occur without further posting or competition.
</div></div><div><div>Job family (Series)</div>
<ul><li>0101 Social Science
</li></ul></div><div><div>Supervisory status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Security clearance</div>
<div>Other</div>
</div><div><div>Drug test</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Financial disclosure</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div><div>Bargaining unit status</div>
<div>No</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>Announcement number</div>
<div>CAFC-26-07</div>
</div><div><div>Control number</div>
<div>864798500</div></div></div></div>

Case Management Specialist