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Summary
For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
This job is being filled at many locations nationwide. Click through to Avue to select the specific location(s) for which you are interested in applying.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
12/30/2024 to 01/31/2025
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Salary
$65,850 - $67,566 per year
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Pay scale & grade
CL 27 - 28
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Locations
2 vacancies in the following locations:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - As needed
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time - Full Time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
1
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Job family (Series)
1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
Yes
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Announcement number
25-23
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Control number
826192400
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NOTE: Please DO NOT CLICK the blue "Apply" button below. Applications will NOT be received. For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
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Duties
The United States Probation & Pretrial Services Office of the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, is seeking U.S. Probation Officer(s) in Phoenix & Tucson. The U.S. Probation Office performs two functions for the U.S. District Court. Probation officers provide detailed background information regarding convicted defendants and persons under supervision to assist judges in making informed sentencing decisions. Officers also supervise and monitor persons under supervision in the community who are under federal supervision.
The person selected for this position will have contact with confidential material, which is protected under confidentiality regulations. Disclosure of any confidential information to the outside public is prohibited.
NOTE: The salary range listed above reflects the expected ENTRANCE salary of the position based on qualifications and experience. The FULL salary range potential of this position is $59,074 - $118,112.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- DRUG TESTING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR CLEARANCE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
DRUG TESTING
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR CLEARANCE
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify for this position, applicants must have 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. The successful applicant must have at least two years of specialized experience, which is progressively responsible experience gained after completion of their degree in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations, or work in substance/addiction treatment.
Applicants must be physically capable, have good vision and normal hearing ability. First-time appointees must not have reached their 37th birthday at the time of appointment.
Applicants age 37 or over with previous federal hazardous duty experience under the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees' Retirement System may be eligible for appointment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to those applicants who possess a master's degree or have completed course work toward such a degree and/or can communicate effectively in Spanish.
To qualify for this position, applicants must have 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. The successful applicant must have at least two years of specialized experience, which is progressively responsible experience gained after completion of their degree in such fields as probation, pretrial services, parole, corrections, criminal investigations, or work in substance/addiction treatment.
Applicants must be physically capable, have good vision and normal hearing ability. First-time appointees must not have reached their 37th birthday at the time of appointment.
Applicants age 37 or over with previous federal hazardous duty experience under the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees' Retirement System may be eligible for appointment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to those applicants who possess a master's degree or have completed course work toward such a degree and/or can communicate effectively in Spanish.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
- Conducts investigations, provides sentencing recommendations to the court, and supervises person under supervision.
- Prepares reports, analyzes objections to court reports and determines the appropriate course of action.
- Presents reports with sentencing recommendations to the court.
- Interviews persons under supervision and their families.
- Investigates offenses.
- Checks prior records and financial status of persons under supervision.
- Consults with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, victims, and community resources.
- Responds to the court's request for information and advice.
- Supervises persons under supervision in the community.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Additional information
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Benefits
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You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
- Cover letter that supports your work experience as it relates to the position.
- Resume that includes complete work and salary history, and education.
- Your two most recent performance evaluations (strongly preferred). Letters of recommendation may be substituted if no evaluation is available. One letter of recommendation must be from a current or recent supervisor.
To apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
Agency contact information
Michelle Lindsay
- Address
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U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
401 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
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Next steps
NOTE: Please DO NOT CLICK the blue "Apply" button below. Applications will NOT be received. For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
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Required Documents
- Cover letter that supports your work experience as it relates to the position.
- Resume that includes complete work and salary history, and education.
- Your two most recent performance evaluations (strongly preferred). Letters of recommendation may be substituted if no evaluation is available. One letter of recommendation must be from a current or recent supervisor.
To apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
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How to Apply
For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
Agency contact information
Michelle Lindsay
- Address
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U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
401 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
US
Next steps
NOTE: Please DO NOT CLICK the blue "Apply" button below. Applications will NOT be received. For information and details regarding this position and to apply, visit the District of Arizona employment website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azduscourts/jobs/4770949/u-s-probation-officer-phx-tuc
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Agency contact information
Michelle Lindsay
- Address
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U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
401 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
US