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This position is that of a Probation Officer with the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, Family Court, Court Social Services Division (CSSD).
This announcement will create a roster/list of names for all non-bilingual Superior Court Probation Officer vacancies.
01/25/2024 to 02/08/2024
$68,405 - $88,926 per year
JS 09
No
No
50% or less - Travel within the D.C. Metropolitan area and some travel outside of this locality. Local travel includes but is not limited to: Home visits, school visits, community meetings, community projects, etc. Outside travel includes but is not limited to: Residential treatment facilities and other Court Social Service Division activities within the U.S.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
12
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No
SS-2024-0004
772789800
United States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States. While the DC Courts has a telework policy, eligibility is determined by the respective division where the position is situated within the agency.
The Probation Officer works specifically with juveniles and their families and is responsible for case management and supervision activities, which include conducting investigations, comprehensive report writing, completing home, school and curfew checks, Family Group Conferencing (FGC), coordinating supportive and rehabilitation services directly participating in community based alternative activities and educational trips, providing Balanced and Restorative Justice (BARJ) Drop-In supervision (to include meal planning and preparation and some Saturday hours). The Probation Officer monitors the conduct of youth under supervision, participates in case conferences, produces written reports and oral presentations with recommendations to judicial officers and partner stakeholders regarding case progression and service needs; and is a representative on various committees.
Brief Description of the Probation Officer Duties:
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 years 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.
To qualify for this position, the following must be submitted:
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy college transcript or degree)
4. Valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License
5. Three (3) professional references
All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. One (1) year of experience working in an environment that serves the public and experience working with youths and/or families. Appointee to probation officer’s position must have not passed their 37th birthday in the month of appointment in order to qualify for mandatory law enforcement separation/retirement at age fifty-seven (57). Previous qualifying law enforcement experience under CSRS or FERS may be counted towards eligibility. Applicants must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and access to transportation. You must submit copies of your education: i.e. transcripts or images of your degree, and a copy of your Motor Vehicle Operator's Permit/License, or your application will not be considered.
This announcement will create a roster/list of names for all non-bilingual Superior Court Probation Officer vacancies.
The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency.
Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position a criminal history records check will be conducted.
*Applicants please be advised that your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience and that you meet the basic qualifications or you will not be determined qualified for this position.
To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking.
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Please note there is a mandatory one year probationary period for all non-judicial new employees.
All required information must be received by the closing date.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the basic qualification requirements. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume.
Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications or your application will not be considered.
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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.
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.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Once your completed application is received, your qualifications will be evaluated to determine your rating. The qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. If testing or a writing test is required qualified candidates will be notified of the date and time of their testing. All applicants will be notified of the outcome.
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