The United States Probation Office for the Southern District of Mississippi is accepting applications for the position of United States Probation and Pretrial Services Officer. Officers are responsible for a wide variety of duties relating to the investigation and supervision of individuals charged or convicted of federal crimes.
Probation officers conduct the investigation and management of alleged criminal offenders or convicted 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 for officer safety, and use of self-defense tactics.
Daily, 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 suspected or convicted of committing Federal offenses.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably 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 and three years of specialized experience*, or completion of a Juris Doctor degree or a master's degree in a field study closely related to the position such as criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, or business or public administration.
This provides evidence of the capacity to understand and apply the legal requirements and human relations skills involved in the position and is required for all U. S. Probation Officer positions in the Southern District of Mississippi. [*Progressively responsible experience gained after completion of a bachelor's in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations or work in substance or addiction treatment.
Experience as a police, custodial, or security officer, other than any criminal investigative experience is not creditable.]
Benefits include participation in the Federal Employees' Retirement System which contributes to the Social Security Retirement Program, Federal Employees' Health Benefits, Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401 K plan with employer matching contributions), paid holidays and annual and sick leave accrual.
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This position is with U.S. Courts, Judicial Branch.
The posted pay range is $59732 – $97098/yr.
This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
Applications close on 2027-05-13.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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