U.S. Probation Officer (Court Services)

JOB
The U.S. Probation Office in the Eastern District of North Carolina is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time probation officer position. This position will be assigned to the Court Services Unit. This position is being advertised at a grade CL 25 and has promotional potential to a CL 28. Applications that are received by the initial cut-off date of April 3, 2026, will be given first consideration.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
U.S. Probation Officers perform a variety of functions to assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety. Incumbents are assigned to either the Court Services Unit or Supervision Services Unit depending upon unit availability and candidate qualifications. In order to effectively manage assigned cases, all probation officers conduct fieldwork including but not limited to community, home, and employment visits with clients and collateral sources. U.S. Probation Officers perform duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following: Court Services Unit (Presentence): The incumbent conducts investigations and prepares reports for the court with recommendations for sentencing of individuals convicted of federal offenses. The preparation of these reports requires interviewing offenders and their families, investigating the offense, prior record and financial status of the offender, and contacting law enforcement agencies, attorneys, victims of the crimes, schools, churches, and civic organizations. An integral part of this process is the interpretation and application of the U.S. Sentencing Commission Guidelines and relevant case law. The incumbent testifies in court as to the basis for factual findings and guidelines applications, and serves as a resource to the court to facilitate proper imposition of sentence. Performs other duties as assigned.Supervision Services Unit: The incumbent supervises defendants/offenders to maximize adherence to imposed conditions, reduce risk to the community, provide correctional treatment, and facilitate long-term positive changes in offenders. This is accomplished through personal contact with defendants/offenders in office and community settings. Officers provide risk-based supervision services consistent with district goals for evidence-based practices, complete and utilize risk assessment tools to determine offender risk, needs, and compliance, conduct pre-release planning and investigations, develop viable case plans, detect substance abuse through urine collection and other methods, and refer offenders to appropriate agencies to assist with education, employment training, cognitive-based programming and treatment. Written reports of detected violations are prepared with appropriate court testimony and disposition recommendations. Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents actively seeking citizenship. Judicial Branch employees are considered "at will" employees and are not subject to the employment regulations of competitive service. Salary will be based on experience and qualifications. Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.Applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation (including references, criminal history, and credit history) prior to an offer of employment being made. The person selected for this position will also be required to submit fingerprints for an FBI background check. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must successfully complete a ten-year background investigation with periodic updates every five years thereafter.Application Procedures: All interested persons should apply online by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nced and submit an application package which is to include: the completed application and supplemental questionnaire, a cover letter, resume, a copy of the last two performance evaluations, and a copy of transcripts for a bachelor's degree and any advanced degree.Travel and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed. The court provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. All employees are required to adhere to the "Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees" which is available for review upon request. The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position at any time before the closing date, any of which actions may occur without any prior written or other notice. More than one position may be filled using this vacancy. Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates in consideration for this position will be contacted.-THE COURT IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-www.ncep.uscourts.gov