U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officer Assistants serve in a judiciary law enforcement position and provide technical and operational support and assistance to probation/pretrial services officers in a variety of areas, including assisting with compiling information for investigations; assisting with and monitoring select persons under supervision; drafting reports and correspondence; appearing in court, and assisting with similar operational duties.
Under the guidance of a probation officer, supervise a caseload of persons under supervision which may include contact by telephone, in the office, and in the field. Investigate employment, sources of income, lifestyle, and associates to assess risk and determine compliance. Maintain case files and records to include documentation of case activities.
Assist probation officers with presentence report investigations to include compiling criminal histories, and profiles, running record checks through local and national databases, conducting inquiries with collateral agencies, and performing other similar activities. Provide officers with accurate information to assist in their completion of probation reports.
Assist with pretrial services, under the direction of the supervisory officer, including attending court, conducting interviews, completing investigations, preparing reports, and providing other assistance as required. Under the guidance of a probation officer, respond to judicial officer requests for information. Occasionally testify in court, accompanied by a probation officer, regarding the basis for factual findings and, if applicable, guideline applications.
Conduct and monitor drug screens from persons under supervision and maintain appropriate records. Monitor inactive and/or administrative cases. Prepare violation and related reports on inactive cases when violation behavior is detected and appear in court on the violation matter. Operate various criminal justice, law enforcement, and probation automated systems. Participate in ongoing training and development programs.
High school graduation or equivalent.
Pay is only part of the generous total compensation package you receive while working for the Federal Judiciary. Employees also receive: Thirteen (13) days of vacation for the first three years (which increases with tenure), 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays. Retirement benefits, pension plan, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) including a government match of up to 5%.
Optional benefits include health and life insurance (if carried for five years prior to retirement, health and life insurance may be carried for life), dental and vision insurance, long-term care insurance, a Flexible Benefits Program which includes health, dependent care, free parking, and an in-house fitness facility. Also included is the Federal Occupational Health (FOH)/Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Virtual and in person training opportunities are available.
Student loan forgiveness is available to qualified individuals, pursuant to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.
The posted pay range is $50643 – $86092/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-12-02.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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